Excellency,

On behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, I wish to express our deep shock over the tragic earthquake that hit China today.

The people of Pakistan join the Chinese people in mourning the loss of so many precious lives. We offer our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the Chinese nation and members of the bereaved families.

Our thoughts and prays are with the families of the victims at this moment of grief and sorrow.

Please accept, Excellency, the assurance of my highest consideration.

                                                                                                                               (Syed Yousaf Raza Gillani)

                                                                                                                                           Prime Minister

                                                                                                                                Islamic Republic of Pakistan

His Excellency,

Mr. Wen Jiabao

Premier of the State Council

People's Republic of China

Beijing

12 May 2008