President Dr Mohamed Muizzu has sent a message of condolence to Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto following a plane crash in South Sulawesi province.

In his message, President Dr Muizzu expressed shock and deep sadness over the incident, which resulted in the deaths of eight crew members and three officials from Indonesia’s Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries.

On behalf of the Government and the people of the Maldives, the President conveyed heartfelt condolences to President Subianto, the Government and people of Indonesia, and the families of those who lost their lives. He also expressed his best wishes for the success of the rescue efforts currently under way.