Musharraf condemns blast in Bali

Published October 16, 2002

ISLAMABAD, Oct 15: President Pervez Musharraf has sent a message of condolence to the president of Indonesia, Megawati Soekarnoputri, in reaction to the bomb blasts in Bali.

In his message, the president said he was shocked to learn about the huge loss of life and property in the Bali bomb blast.

He said Pakistan strongly condemned the acts of terrorism and firmly believed that the perpetrators deserved the severest punishment. He extended his heartfelt condolence to the bereaved families.

He said the people of Pakistan also sympathised with the injured.—Correspondent

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