From: His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan, Brunei Darussalam
To: His Excellency Frank-Walter Steinmeier, Federal President, The Federal Republic of Germany
Your Excellency,
I am saddened to learn of the passing of Horst Köhler, Former President of the Federal Republic of Germany.
The late President will be remembered for his dedication to pursuing prosperity and development of the Federal Republic of Germany, and for his unwavering commitment to promoting global economic stability,
The Government and people of Brunei Darussalam join me in conveying our sincere condolences to the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Germany, especially to the bereaved family of the late President.
With my deepest sympathies.
SULTAN HAJI HASSANAL BOLKIAH
OF BRUNEI