KING OF BHUTAN OFFERS CONDOLENCES FOR HURRICANE

UNCLAS NEW DELHI 006810 SIPDIS PASS TO S/ES-CR E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: PREL BT IN SUBJECT: KING OF BHUTAN OFFERS CONDOLENCES FOR HURRICANE KATRINA TO PRESIDENT BUSH ¶1. The Bhutanese Ambassador to New Delhi has passed the following message from King Wangchuck of Bhutan to the President: ¶2. Begin text. Your Excellency, I was deeply saddened to learn about the tragic loss of lives and extensive damage to properties caused by Hurricane Katrina in the States of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. On behalf of the people of Bhutan and on my own behalf, I would like to express our solidarity and send our deepest condolences to Your Excellency and the people of America during this difficult time. Our hearts and prayers go out to the families that have lost their loved ones, and to the countless men and women who, in the tradition of your great country, brave the dangers in the rescue operations and selflessly contribute towards assisting those who have been affected by this disaster. Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration. Signature Jigme Singye Wangchuck King of Bhutan MULFORD