Canada ‘saddened’ by death of Maldives FM
Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister was saddened by the death of his Maldives counterpart, whom he met just a few months ago.
“Minister Abdullah was a valued partner to Canada; I met with Foreign Minister Abdullah as recently as June, and always greatly appreciated his openness to engage in the interest of securing a peaceful and prosperous Maldives. He was a dedicated and talented representative of his country,” said Minister John Baird in statement sent to media.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada and Canadians, I extend my condolences to the people of the Maldives and to the family and friends of the late Foreign Minister Abdullah.”
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Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister was saddened by the death of his Maldives counterpart, whom he met just a few months ago.
“Minister Abdullah was a valued partner to Canada; I met with Foreign Minister Abdullah as recently as June, and always greatly appreciated his openness to engage in the interest of securing a peaceful and prosperous Maldives. He was a dedicated and talented representative of his country,” said Minister John Baird in statement sent to media.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada and Canadians, I extend my condolences to the people of the Maldives and to the family and friends of the late Foreign Minister Abdullah.”
