The message of condolences sent to the heads of state runs: "I was deeply saddened by the news of the tsunami in the Indian Ocean near Sumatra, as a consequence of which many of your countrymen lost their lives. On behalf of the people of Estonia and myself I express our deepest condolences to you and your people." The President of the Republic wished the heads of state and the people of the countries who had suffered from the catastrophe strength to recover from that frightful tragedy and pointed out that what had happened was a shock for all of us, writing in his letter of condolences: "Our thoughts are with you in your mourning."
Public Relations Unit of the Office of the President
Kadriorg, December 31, 2004
