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Chinese president condoles with Malawi, Mozambique over deadly cyclone

Mr Xi said he was saddened to learn that Tropical Cyclone Freddy has caused heavy casualties and property losses in Malawi and Mozambique.

• March 22, 2023
Tropical Cyclone Freddy, Xi Jingping
Tropical Cyclone Freddy, Xi Jingping

Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended his condolences to the President of Malawi Lazarus Chakwera and the President of Mozambique Filipe Nyusi over the deadly tropical cyclone hitting the two countries.

In his messages sent on Monday, Mr Xi said he was saddened to learn that Tropical Cyclone Freddy has caused heavy casualties and property losses in Malawi and Mozambique.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people, he extended deep condolences to those killed in the disaster and offered sincere sympathies to the bereaved families and the injured.

The Chinese president also expressed his belief that both countries are sure to overcome the disaster and rebuild their homeland.

(Xinhua/NAN)

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