Terrorist attack on British Council in Kabul-President Michel sends message of sympathy |22 August 2011

In the message sent to British Prime Minister David Cameron and to Afghan President Hamid Karzai, President Michel – currently on a state visit in Australia -- expressed deepest sympathies of the Seychellois people to the families and friends of all those who have lost their lives or have been injured in this “atrocious attack”.

The President also added his voice to all “those who rightfully and vociferously condemn these repeated acts of terrorism”. 

He added that such events only reinforce the belief of the Seychellois people of the need “to continue fighting against intolerance and all forms of aggression which put in peril peace, stability and progress in the world”.

President Michel emphasised that the British efforts in the fight against terrorism is a beacon of hope for all nations.

He also expressed his gratitude to the British government for the support given in the fight against piracy in the Indian Ocean and renewed the support of Seychelles for the continued efforts deployed by the British government to ensure that peace and security are maintained in the region and beyond.