President Yameen sends message of sympathy to Ecuadorian President

President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has sent a message of sympathy to the President of the Republic of Ecuador, His Excellency Rafael Correa, following the deadly earthquake which hit the western coastal area of Ecuador causing the loss of many lives.

The Maldivian President expressed deep sympathy to the people and government of Ecuador on behalf of the Maldivian people and government.

“I wish every success in the rescue and recovery efforts of those who are directly affected by this tragedy. Please also convey our sincere condolences to the members of the bereaved families.” President Yameen said in his message.

With a nation-wide state of emergency declared in Ecuador, the latest reports estimate 233 people dead and 588 people injured in the magnitude 7.8 earthquake this morning.