President Jiang's message to President Bush
( 2001-09-12 02:30 ) (8 )

Chinese President Jiang Zemin at midnight September 11 sent a message to US President George W. Bush following the disastrous attacks against the US in parts of New York and Washington D.C.

Following is a translation of the message:

H. E. President George Walker Bush

White House

Washington

The United States of America

Dear Mr. President,

I am shocked to learn that some parts of New York and Washington D.C. were disastrously attacked, which caused severe causalities. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, I would like to express sincere sympathy to you, and through you, to the US government and people and condolences to the family members of the victims. The Chinese government consistently condemns and opposes all manner of terrorist violence.

Jiang Zemin

President of the People's Republic of China

September 11, 2001 in Beijing

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