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Reactions to the death of Elizabeth II

January 01, 1970

Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms, died on 8 September 2022, at the age of 96, leading to reactions from around the world. The new king, Charles III, paid tribute to his "darling Mama" in an address to the nation and Commonwealth the next day. Politicians throughout the Commonwealth paid tribute to the Queen, praising her long public service. Political figures of the rest of the world also offered their condolences and tributes, as did members of royal families, religious leaders and other public figures.

Commemorations were observed at many global landmarks, with some lit up in the colours of the Union Jack or illuminating an image of Elizabeth. Many organisations paid their respects, and some suspended operations or cancelled events. BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 all interrupted television programming to cover the news, while print media dedicated entire front covers in tribute.

The wider public also reacted on social media, many sending condolences to the royal family or thanking the Queen for her work. Others debated the legacy of the British Empire and the abolition of the monarchy. Many sporting events that went ahead held minute silences.

Royal family edit

"She's got those wonderful blue eyes... when she smiles they light up her whole face. I will always remember that smile. You know, that smile is unforgettable."

—Queen Camilla paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.[1]

King Charles III, successor to Elizabeth II, released a statement immediately following his mother's death.[2]

Charles gave his first address to the nation and Commonwealth on 9 September at 6 p.m. BST, in which he mourned, paid tribute, and proclaimed his son William the Prince of Wales.[3] The Queen's three younger children, Anne, Andrew, and Edward, published statements of their own.[4][5][6] The King, along with Princess Anne and Prince Edward, paid tribute to their mother in the BBC One special programme A Tribute to Her Majesty The Queen.[7]

Four of the Queen's grandchildren, Prince William, Prince of Wales, Harry, Beatrice, and Eugenie, paid tribute to their grandmother via their own statements.[8][9][10]

Political edit

United Kingdom edit

  •   Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Liz Truss issued a statement regarding the Queen's death, calling her "the rock on which modern Britain was built".[11]
    • Former Prime Minister Sir John Major said: "For 70 years Her Majesty The Queen devoted her life to the service of our nation and its wellbeing. In her public duties she was selfless and wise, with a wonderful generosity of spirit. That is how she lived – and how she led. For millions of people – across the Commonwealth and the wider world – she embodied the heart and soul of our nation, and was admired and respected around the globe."[12]
    • Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair said: "We have lost not just our monarch but the matriarch of our nation, the figure who more than any other brought our country together, kept us in touch with our better nature, personified everything which makes us proud to be British."[13]
    • Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown said: "The United Kingdom, the Commonwealth, and the entire world are joined together in mourning this evening. HM Queen Elizabeth II served this country to the last. I offer my sincere condolences to the Royal Family. May she rest in peace."[14]
    • Former Prime Minister David Cameron said: "At this solemn and profoundly sad time for our country, the Commonwealth and the world, I offer His Majesty The King and the whole Royal Family, my heartfelt condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II."[15]
    • Former Prime Minister Theresa May said the Queen was "the most impressive head of state" that she had met during her time in office.[16][17] She also issued a statement, in which she said: "Her Majesty witnessed tremendous change, moving adroitly with the times but always providing stability and reassurance. She was our constant throughout this great Elizabethan era. It was the honour of my life to serve her as prime minister. ... Our thoughts and prayers now are with her family. God Save The King."[18]
    • Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: "This is our country's saddest day. In the hearts of every one of us there is an ache at the passing of our Queen, a deep and personal sense of loss - far more intense, perhaps, than we expected. As is so natural with human beings, it is only when we face the reality of our loss that we truly understand what has gone. Though our voices may still be choked with sadness we can say with confidence the words not heard in this country for more than seven decades. God Save The King."[19]

Devolved governments edit

 
Statement made by the First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon from Bute House in tribute to Her Majesty The Queen, 8 September
  •   Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tweeted: "The death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth is a profoundly sad moment for the UK, the Commonwealth and the world. Her life was one of extraordinary dedication and service. On behalf of the people of Scotland, I convey my deepest condolences to The King and the Royal Family."[20]
    • Former First Minister of Scotland and Alba Party leader Alex Salmond released a statement on the party's website paying tribute to the Queen, calling her passing "a great moment of sadness for her family and for people around the world."[21]
  •   First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford said that it was "incredibly sad" to hear of the passing of the Queen, and "On behalf of the people of Wales I offer our deepest condolences to Her Majesty's family during this sad time". In a statement Drakeford added "Her Majesty has reigned over the United Kingdom and Commonwealth firmly upholding the values and traditions of the British Monarchy."[23]
  •   Northern Ireland First Minister-designate Michelle O'Neill said "Personally, I am grateful for Queen Elizabeth's significant contribution and determined efforts to advancing peace and reconciliation between our two islands. Throughout the peace process she led by example in building relationships with those of us who are Irish, and who share a different political allegiance and aspirations to herself and her government."[24]
    • Leader of the Democratic Unionist Party Jeffrey Donaldson said: "This is just the saddest news and our hearts are breaking. "Her Majesty The Queen was a wonderful lady and I had the privilege of meeting her many times including here at Hillsborough Castle. "People right across Northern Ireland tonight will be deeply sorrowful for the loss of this marvellous, wonderful Queen. "There is no doubt Her Majesty The Queen played a very important role in helping to build reconciliation. Her visit to Dublin was a cathartic moment in the history of British-Irish relations."[25]

Crown dependencies edit

  •   Chief Minister of the Isle of Man Alfred Cannan has paid tribute: "We are all deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Throughout her long reign, The Queen – our Lord of Mann – has been a beacon of strength and stability, of dependability and continuity. She led a life dedicated to the service of her people, setting an example for us all. On behalf of the Government and people of the Isle of Man, I extend my sincerest condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time."[26]
  •   Lieutenant Governor of Guernsey Richard Cripwell said: "I served Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the Army for more than 40 years and it has been my honour and privilege to be Her personal representative in the Bailiwick since February 2022. It was my most sad and solemn duty to receive official notification of the passing of Her Majesty and to convey it to others in the Bailiwick. Even in this time of great sadness, I know that everyone in the Bailiwick will always remember Her Majesty's exceptional devotion to Her people, Her extraordinary service to those She represented and Her love of these Islands."[27]
    • Bailiff of Guernsey Richard McMahon also said: "Like others across the Bailiwick and throughout the world, I feel a profound sense of loss. Her Majesty offered an example to us all in her enduringly strong sense of duty and public service. She was an important figurehead for the UK, for the Bailiwick of Guernsey and for many other parts of the world throughout her reign. On behalf of the people of Guernsey, I have asked His Excellency the Lieutenant-Governor to send the Bailiwick's official condolence message to Buckingham Palace."[27]
    • President of the Policy and Resources Committee of Guernsey Deputy Peter Ferbrache also said: "Like many in our community, for as long as I can remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was the sovereign. As the longest reigning monarch in British history, she represented continuity, constancy and commitment to people in the Bailiwick and around the globe. It is sad, strange and unsettling to hear that Her Majesty is now lost to us."[27]
  •  : Bailiff and Acting Lieutenant Governor of Jersey, Sir Timothy Le Cocq, issued the following statement: "I know that islanders will be deeply saddened, as am I, at the news from Buckingham Palace of the death of Her Majesty the Queen. It is almost impossible to overstate her importance in the life of the nation and all her dominions in the 70 years of Her reign. She has been an example of duty discharged and promises kept, and she has worked tirelessly over the decades for the wellbeing of all her peoples and of the Commonwealth. There will be time in the days and weeks to come, to reflect on all of that but today we can only feel the sadness, of the loss of a person who has been a constant presence in our lives, and who is held in this island in such great esteem and affection. We should also remember that this is also a private time of grief for the Royal Family and our thoughts and prayers are with them now as they come to terms with the loss of a mother and grandmother."[28]

Overseas territories edit

  •   Edward David Burt, Premier of Bermuda, said: "The recognition of her longevity and the significance of her service affords this consequential reign a unique place in history. Beyond the role which the Queen fulfilled for these 70 years within the UK and the Commonwealth, she was a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and her family is now mourning that loss. On behalf of the Government and people of Bermuda, I express sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom."[29]
  •   John Rankin, Governor of the Virgin Islands, said in a speech: "I know the people of the British Virgin Islands will be deeply saddened by this news and will join me in a period of mourning for Her Majesty The Queen. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this difficult time."[30]
  •   Martyn Roper, Governor of the Cayman Islands, said: "She has been an inspirational role model and given outstanding service throughout our lives. She is the only Monarch that very many of us have ever known. Her loss will be keenly felt. She is unlike any other Monarch in history."[31] A period of 10-day was designated for national mourning with the funeral to be a public holiday. Flags for most part were told to be flown at half mast.[32]
  •   Sir David Steel, Governor of Gibraltar, issued a statement: "Across the world, not just within every nation of the Commonwealth, people will mourn her passing. She has been a beacon of fortitude, hope and kindness. Despite our great sadness, we can reflect on how blessed we have been to live during the time of a monarch who has cared deeply for everyone, collectively and individually, who has shown amazing courage at the darkest of times, and who has instilled in all of us hope for the future."[33]
    • Chief Minister of Gibraltar Fabian Picardo remarked, "The People of Gibraltar will mourn Her Majesty as a monarch who has reigned wisely and with incomparable dedication throughout the period of our post-war emergence as a part of the British family of nations."[34]
  •   Roger Spink, Chair of the Legislative Assembly of the Falkland Islands, expressed: "On behalf of the people of the Falkland Islands, we wish to express our heartfelt sympathies to the Royal family at this sorrowful time. We have a deep and lasting affection for Her Majesty The Queen, who on her twenty-first birthday declared 'that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service'. Her Majesty did devote her life to the service of her country and the Falkland Islands were devoted to The Queen engaging with many of her celebrations."[35]
  •   Easton Taylor-Farrell, Premier of Montserrat, said: "We are all deeply saddened to learn of the Queen's passing. During her seventy-year reign as Queen of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty has been a source of strength and inspiration to all within her realms. Today is indeed a sad day for all of us as we mourn her passing."[36]
  •   Nigel Dakin, Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands, said: "Her late Majesty epitomised the notion of service. It is hard for me to express my own personal sorrow at her passing let alone capture, properly, the thoughts of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands but I can try. She was a truly great Monarch, the longest serving we have ever had."[37]

Australia edit

Federal edit

 
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese looking at floral tributes left in Green Park, London
  •   In an address to the nation, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that the Queen's death was a "deep loss for Australians". He recalled Queen Elizabeth II as "a person who went through a lot of noise and turbulence, but still showed modesty and eternal calm."[38] He also described the monarch as "a rare and reassuring constant amidst rapid change" and said that her "dedication to duty and service over self were the hallmarks of her reign".[39] Flags were flown at half-mast across the country.[40] As the long-running republican debate was revived by some politicians within hours of the death being announced, Albanese told Radio National "today's not the day for politics".[41] On 11 September, the Prime Minister declared a "one-off" national public holiday for Thursday, 22 September, "to allow people to pay their respects for the passing of Queen Elizabeth".[42] Protests to "abolish the monarchy" were held in several capital cities on that holiday.[43]
    • Governor-General David Hurley said: "When I reflect on my own memories - she was my Queen for my whole life - I think of Her Majesty's dignity and her compassion. Her dedication and tireless work ethic. And her selflessness and unwavering commitment to the people that she served. To us. Her death will sadden all Australians and will be felt around the world."[44]
    • Former Prime Minister Paul Keating said: "She was an exemplar of public leadership, married for a lifetime to political restraint, remaining always, the constitutional monarch... Her exceptionally long, dedicated reign is unlikely to be repeated; not only in Britain, but in the world generally. With her passing her example of public service remains with us as a lesson in dedication to a lifelong mission in what she saw as the value of what is both enduringly good and right."[45]
    • Former Prime Minister John Howard said: "Whatever our views are about constitutional arrangements, and everybody knows mine, should take pause to honour this incredible life... my own dealings with her are ones that I remember with great affection. She had a great sense of humour."[46]
    • Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd posted a tribute to the Queen in a Facebook post, saying: "For most of us, the Queen's presence has been a constant fixture in our lives. She will be remembered not only for the longevity of her reign, but also for her steadfastness, her sense of duty and her devotion to family... whether republicans or monarchists, Australians will be deeply affected by this news."[47][non-primary source needed]
    • Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard said: "The Queen has been a powerful presence for as long as many of us can remember. She was a remarkable role model; responsibility for service thrust onto her as a young woman, and taken up with grace, devotion and dignity during her reign. The Queen will be remembered as a monarch who witnessed – and influenced – the trajectory of modern history."[48]
    • Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott said: "Probably not a single death in human history will be as widely felt as that of Queen Elizabeth II... almost no one alive today can remember a world without the Queen. That's why her passing will leave billions of people feeling numb, certainly all those in the English-speaking countries and the wider Commonwealth for whom the monarchy matters most."[49]
    • Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said: "Today we are united in grief as we mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth. Her long life of service inspired the whole world and was a calm and gracious presence through seven decades of turbulence and change. Farewell Your Majesty. Rest In Peace."[50]
    • Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison posted a tribute to the Queen in a Facebook post, saying: "The passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II brings to a close an extraordinary and historic reign of grace, strength, dignity and duty. Her Majesty was the rock of the Commonwealth and for so many a rock in their own lives, whose constancy enabled them to carry on. Over the course of her long reign she lived with a deep passion, warmth, interest and kind fondness to all of the nations and peoples she served as our Majesty and who had the great fortune to call her their Queen, especially Australia."[51][non-primary source needed]
    • Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg tweeted: "Deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A remarkable individual whose life epitomised dignity, grace and service beyond self. Her very presence provided stability and strength. It is the end of an era but the Queen’s life will always be admired and never forgotten."[52]
    • Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said: "Never in modern history has there been a more dignified monarch, a more dutiful leader, or a more decent human than Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. An extraordinary life which touched so many has sadly come to an end."[53][non-primary source needed]
    • Australian Greens leader and federal MP Adam Bandt, along with Australian Senator Mehreen Faruqi expressed sympathy for those mourning the Queen's death, however called for Australia to become a republic, Faruqi criticised the Queen, saying she led a "racist empire", which in turn received heavy backlash.[41][54]

States and territories edit

  • State and territory leaders, governors and administrators have released tributes to the Queen through media releases:
    •   New South Wales: Premier, Governor 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine
    •   Victoria: Premier, Governor 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine
    •   Queensland: Premier, Governor
    •   Western Australian: Premier 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine, Governor
    •   South Australia: Premier,
    •   Tasmania: Premier, Governor
    •   ACT: Chief Minister, Governor-General
    •   Northern Territory: Chief Minister,
    •    Australian Indian Ocean Territories: Administrator
    •   Norfolk Island: Administrator

Canada edit

  •   Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a statement on Twitter offering his condolences for the Queen's death. He later made additional comments at a cabinet retreat in Vancouver stating that she had been one of his favourite people and that all of Canada was in mourning.[55][56]
    • Governor General of Canada Mary Simon wrote "... Her Majesty The Queen was, in equal measures, compassionate, dedicated, humble, engaged and wise. She believed in service to her people above all, and inspired so many with her dedication to the Crown ... For many of us, we have only ever known one Queen ... Her Majesty's warm welcome when we spent time with her earlier this year was a profound moment in our lives and a memory we will cherish forever."[57]
    • Leader of the Official Opposition Candice Bergen issued a statement on Twitter and the Conservative Party's website sharing her condolences with the Queen's family and wishing King Charles III a long reign: "As a proud Commonwealth country, we grieve with unspeakable sadness the loss of our longest-reigning monarch. Her Majesty's sense of duty to Canada was both deeply held and demonstrated in her actions. As Queen of Canada, she was not only a witness to our historical evolution as a modern, confident, and self-assured nation – she was an active participant."[58]
    • 19 September, the date of the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II, was a national holiday and national day of mourning in Canada as announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, coinciding with the national holiday declared in the United Kingdom.[59][60]

Provinces edit

  •   Alberta: Lt Gov, Premier, and Speaker.
  •   British Columbia: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Manitoba: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   New Brunswick: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Newfoundland and Labrador: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Nova Scotia: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Ontario: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Prince Edward Island: Lt Gov, Premier
  •   Quebec: Lt Gov, Leaders
  •   Saskatchewan: Lt Gov, Premier

Territories edit

  •   NWT: Premier
  •   Nunavut: Premier
  •   Yukon: Commissioner, Premier

New Zealand edit

  •   New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was saddened upon learning Queen Elizabeth's death. According to her, "Young or old, there is no doubt that this is a closing chapter. We thank you for this amazing woman, who we are lucky enough to call Queen. She's been amazing."[38] In addition, Ardern acknowledged the Queen as "extraordinary", an "incredible woman" and a "constant in our lives".[61] "I know that I speak for people across New Zealand in offering our deepest sympathy to members of the Royal Family at the passing of the Queen. To us she was a much admired and respected monarch, to them she was a mother and grandmother," Ardern said.[62] When asked if the death would rise to a debate on Republicanism, Ardern replied that it was not "...on the agenda anytime soon" but believed it to be "where New Zealand would head in time".[63]
    • Governor-General of New Zealand Dame Cindy Kiro said: "For most New Zealanders, Queen Elizabeth has really been a constant in our lives. She's provided a sense of continuity and stability for us. Kiro said she was "a real symbol of dedication for service", after serving for more than 70 years. I think New Zealanders will remember her for her service, she worked right up till her death at 96 years old which is a reflection of her commitment." Dame Cindy said she was so pleased she got to meet the Queen via Zoom and twice in person, and was able to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee.[64]
  • Opposition leader Christopher Luxon described the Queen's death as a "tragedy" and shared childhood memories of meeting the Queen during an official visit she made to New Zealand.[65] He subsequently stated "The strength and stability of Her Majesty's leadership of the Commonwealth was a reassuring anchor for New Zealand and New Zealanders in uncertain and changing times. Through both the tumultuous and the good, her dedicated service embodied the values of duty, commitment, and strength."[66] Luxon also expressed optimism at the prospect of Charles III's reign and cast doubt over the Queen's death accelerating the cause for republicanism in New Zealand in the immediate future, arguing "I think the reality is people are quite satisfied with our constitutional arrangements now, as I am too."[67]
    • Former deputy Prime Minister Don McKinnon told Radio New Zealand there was a possibility that a republican movement could "build up quite a head of steam now".[68]
    • Co-leader Marama Davidson Green Party released a statement on behalf of the Green Party sending "condolences to the Royal Family". She said that "there is no doubt Queen Elizabeth II cared deeply about Aotearoa New Zealand. Her support during history – making events such as the Christchurch earthquakes – would have been of great comfort to many".[69] She added that although the Queen "herself said it was up to the people of the Commonwealth to define the relationship between the British monarchy...That is a question for another day".
  • The New Zealand Government declared a public holiday for 26 September to mourn the death of the Queen.[70]

Nations in free association with New Zealand edit

The Cook Islands and Niue are de facto independent countries but de jure part of the Realm of New Zealand, and the monarch of New Zealand is also the head of state of both nations.

  •   Premier of the Cook Islands Mark Brown said: "I share with all of our people the deep admiration and respect that we held for our Queen. Her Majesty leaves behind an enormous legacy of dedicated service to her subjects including ourselves, around the world. All flags in the country will be flown at half-mast until further notice. A memorial service will be held for Her Majesty." Describing her as a "truly towering figure" in the world, he noted the "enormous social change" she had witnessed, and added: "She endured and provided the strength and constancy for her people at home and in the Commonwealth."[71]
  •   Premier of Niue Dalton Tagelagi expressed his sadness on "the passing of a most extraordinary woman", praising her "faithfulness to her duties and dedication to her people".[72]

Bahamas edit

  •   Bahamas Governor-General Cornelius A. Smith expressed "deep sadness" on learning of the Queen's death. He recalled Her Majesty's several visits to The Bahamas at which time she was joyfully received by our people. He invited all Bahamians to join in prayer for the repose of the soul of Her Majesty, and for the bereaved members of the Royal Family.[73]
    • Former Governor-General Sir Arthur Foulkes said, "She was a towering figure on the world stage and was greatly admired for her unswerving dedication to duty over many decades. Those of us who had the privilege of meeting her also experienced first hand the disarming graciousness, empathy and sense of humor. She leaves a huge void on the international stage that will not be easily filled".[74]
    • Former Governor-General Dame Marguerite Pindling said, "I cannot say it enough what a delightful lady she was. I don't know how the Commonwealth will manage. It won't be the same now that she's left us".[74][75]
  •   Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis sent condolences to the Royal Family on behalf of himself and the people of the Bahamas. He ordered the flag to be flown at half-staff.[76]
    • Former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham said he was amazed by the Queen's "incomparable memory". "I have many very fond memories of interacting with Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II as one of her Commonwealth prime ministers during my terms in office. I was surprised and honored when I was invited to become a member of Her Majesty's Privy Council just one year past my first anniversary of becoming prime minister and to attend a formal meeting of the Privy Council presided over by Her Majesty on 27th October 1993. And I recall having been honored to be invited to sit at her dinner table on a number of occasions during Commonwealth Heads of Government Meetings. I was always amazed by two things: firstly, how normal, and regular an individual she was in person and secondly, her incomparable memory that permitted her to speak with personal recollection of matters personal to whomever she was speaking. She certainly had a storage of information on The Bahamas!" he said. Ingraham noted that the Queen's last visit to The Bahamas was in 1994 when he served as prime minister. "She was always warmly welcomed by the Bahamian people even as increasing numbers in more recent time began to harbor republican tendencies," he said. He said, "I am grateful for Her Majesty's long commitment to the Commonwealth and pray God's mercy on her soul. May she rest in peace".[74][77]
    • Former Prime Minister Perry Christie said that the Queen's "unswerving fidelity to duty and to service over the course of seven decades was unsurpassed, and is likely to remain so". "Speaking for myself personally, it was a pleasure to have been afforded the opportunity to serve non-consecutive terms as first minister of Her Majesty's constitutional government here in The Bahamas," he said.[74][78]
    • Former Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said the Queen's life was marked by "her strong sense of duty to all of her realms". "I always admired Her Majesty's deep engagement with the Commonwealth, working toward expanding the sense of unity among diverse cultures from around the world," he said.[74][78]
  • Leader of the Opposition Michael Pintard said, "It is with heartfelt regret that we extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family upon the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. He added, "She reigned with grace and dignity".[74]

Papua New Guinea edit

  •   Papua New Guinea Governor-General Sir Bob Dadae said "it is with a heavy heart that we have received news of the passing of our beloved Queen and Head of State". He said that the Queen "played a pivotal role in unifying our country of a thousand tribes and peoples as one nation". "We thank you Your Majesty for your service to our country as our Queen and Head of State. Farewell our beloved Misis Kwin", he said.[79]
  •   Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape said the "Papua New Guineans from the mountains, valleys and coasts rose up this morning to the news that our Queen has been taken to rest by God". "We fondly call her 'Mama Queen' because she was the matriarch of our country as much as she was to her family and her Sovereign realms". He said the Queen was the "anchor of our Commonwealth".[80][81]
    • Former Prime Minister Sir Julius Chan said that he was "very saddened" to learn of the death of the Queen. "This is indeed the end of an era, an era that will surely be known as the second Elizabethan Era", he said. He said that the Queen "presided over a tumultuous and quickly evolving period in history, and she did so with grace and dignity".[82]
    • Former Prime Minister Peter O'Neill said that the Queen "was a very knowledgeable and engaging woman who had an excellent understanding of PNG. And she had a great sense of her role and carried her responsibilities selflessly for seven decades right to the very end". "Our Queen of seventy years has died, and we all feel her passing dearly", he said. He said "Her Majesty was an inspirational leader and a constant beacon of certainty and support for all in her Commonwealth and for indeed, the whole world".[83]
  • Commissioner of Police David Manning said that the Queen "has been a constant presence and beacon of hope for Papua New Guinea as it took its first step as an independent nation 47 years ago". He said that "25 members of the Royal Papua and New Guinea Constabulary represented the territories and attended the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II". "Her Majesty was the longest serving monarch and has been an integral part of Papua New Guinea and the Constabulary's growth and development over the last 47 years", he added.[84][85]

Other Commonwealth realms edit

  •   Antigua and Barbuda:
    • Prime Minister Gaston Browne offered his condolences, saying "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has had an impactful reign, during which her relations with my State and its people have remained mutually respectful and unchanging."[86] Shortly after confirming Charles's status as King of the country on 10 September, Browne, a supporter of republicanism, stated that he planned to hold a referendum on converting the country into a republic.[87]
  •   Belize:
    • Governor General
    • Prime Minister John Briceño expressed his condolences, noting that Elizabeth II was the only sovereign Belize had ever had and saying that "her seven decades as Queen and Head of the Commonwealth can best be described as remarkable in the midst of these turbulent times."[88][89] National mourning was declared from 8 September until 18 September with flags ordered to be flown at half staff.[90]
 
Dame Cecile La Grenade signing the book of condolence
  •   Grenada:
    • Governor General[permanent dead link]
    • Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell expressed his condolences, saying "As Head of the Commonwealth, Her Majesty's steady leadership helped to unite people and countries from around the globe in a common cause, and for this, Queen Elizabeth II will always be remembered."[91][92]
  •   Jamaica:
    • Governor General 20 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine
    • Prime Minister Andrew Holness described the Queen as a "close friend of Jamaica" and expressed his condolences.[34] Flags were ordered to be flown at half mast for 11 days beginning 8 September with a national mourning day declared for 18 September.[93]
      • Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson said that the death of the Queen is a "monumental loss", hailing her "total dedication to duty" and "strength of spirit".[94]
    • Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding described the Queen as "a much-respected and loved lady", and "for many all around the globe, she has been a symbol of decency, stability and continuity throughout our lives".[95]
    • Jamaican MP Mikael Phillips stated his desire that the end of the Queen's reign would hasten Jamaica's transition to a republic.[96]
  •   Saint Kitts and Nevis:
    • Governor General
    • Prime Minister Terrance Drew offered his condolences.[97][98]
    • Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley stated "I believe that the world has lost an iconic figure, not because of her age or longevity as Monarch but because she has inspired generations throughout the United Kingdom, The Commonwealth and the wider world through her grace and dignity."[99]
    • The Saint Kitts and Nevis Labour Party, in government at the time, issued a statement saying that "Queen Elizabeth II was a global matriarch, revered for her dedication, humanitarian efforts, sovereignty, and enormous contributions not just within the Caribbean but worldwide."[100]
  •   Saint Lucia:
    • The Acting Governor-General declared a 10-day period of national mourning until 19 September.[101] Statement
    • Prime Minister 20 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine
    • In response to the Queen's death, former Prime Minister of Saint Lucia and sitting opposition leader Allen Chastanet expressed his condolences,[102] but also told Reuters that he "certainly at this point would support becoming a republic".[103]
  •   Saint Vincent and the Grenadines:
    • Governor General
    • Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves declared a period of mourning for the Queen, describing her as "a woman of dignity, a head of state who kept stability for the British in the United Kingdom and who as head of the Commonwealth particularly made important contributions towards the advancement of democracy and decolonization of former British colonies."[104] A period of national mourning was declared.[105]
  •   Solomon Islands:
    • The government of Solomon Islands declared 12 September to be a public holiday and announced a period of 3 days mourning (12–14 September).[106][107]
    • Acting Governor-General Patteson Oti (representing Governor-General Sir David Vunagi) said: "Solomon Islands as the realm and a member of the Commonwealth must therefore joined [sic] the Royal Family and the people of the world in mourning the loss of Her Majesty, The Queen. On behalf of the Government and people of Solomon Islands I humbly take this opportunity to express to members of the Royal Family God's gracious mercy, comfort, strength and love through the recent time of mourning. Let the soul of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, The Queen of Solomon Islands, rest in peace."[108]
    • Prime Minister
  •   Tuvalu:
    • Acting Prime Minister 23 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine
    • The Ministry of Justice and Foreign Affairs wrote on Twitter that "The Ministry mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Through 70 years of dedicated service, the Queen provided stability in a consistently changing world, and deepest condolences are extended to the family and loved ones of the Queen in this time of loss."[109]

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  •   Bangladesh:
    • The government of Bangladesh declared three days of state mourning from 9 to 11 September 2022 to mark "the death of British Queen Elizabeth II, a true friend of Bangladesh," according to a gazette published by the cabinet office.[110][111] The national flag was lowered to half-mast at "all government, semi-government, autonomous, educational institutions, and Bangladeshi missions abroad".[111]
    • President Mohammad Abdul Hamid sent a condolence message to King Charles III, where he stated, "It is with the deepest of sorrow and heaviest of heart that I extend my sincerest condolences and sympathies at the sad demise of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, the second longest-reigning monarch in the world." In the message dated 8 September 2022, he recalled her contribution and dedication for the United Kingdom and Commonwealth and added, "May the Almighty bless Her Majesty's departed soul with eternal peace and salvation, and grant courage and fortitude to the members of the Royal family and the grieving people of the United Kingdom to bear this devastating loss."[112]
    • Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed sent a long condolence letter to her British counterpart Liz Truss, where Sheikh Hasina sent condolences to the British royal family and the British people on behalf of the Bangladeshi people. On that letter she said, "As the most legendary and longest reigning Monarch in the world's contemporary history, Her Majesty set the highest standards of duty, service, and sacrifice and left an unmatchable legacy of dedication to her countless people around the world." She recalled the Queen's two royal visits to modern-day Bangladesh, the Queen's interactions with Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Ottawa and Kingston and recalled interactions between the Queen and herself and their last interaction at 2018 CHoGM. Sheikh Hasina mentioned that the Queen's most passionate message of felicitation extended to the people of Bangladesh on the Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh's independence where she wrote "We share ties of friendship and affection, which remain the foundation of our partnership and are as important today as fifty years ago". Later in the letter she also added, "I, personally, have not only lost a most trusted friend but also a true guardian." The Bangladeshi Prime Minister described Queen Elizabeth II as the "pillar and strength of the 2.5 billion Commonwealth people."[113][114][115][116]
    • Shortly after the announcement from Buckingham Palace, the Minister of Foreign Affairs Abul Kalam Abdul Momen expressed shock and sadness over her demise. He said, "A legend passed away. She left a legacy incomparable in human history and lived with honour, grace and dignity. We are deeply shocked." He also recalled his meeting with the Queen twice- once in 1961 when he was a schoolboy and the Queen visited the then East Pakistan and again when she paid a visit to the United Nations in 2010.[117]
  •   Barbados: President of Barbados Sandra Mason expressed her condolences. Noting that Barbados had removed Elizabeth II as its queen less than a year prior upon becoming a parliamentary republic, making Mason the country's first president, she stated: "Significant as that decision was, given the place Barbados has held in the British Empire for centuries, it did not in the least diminish the friendship between our two nations or, indeed, with Buckingham Palace". She said that the Queen "will always hold a special place in our hearts and we in Barbados will always treasure the memories of her visits to the island".[118]
  •   Cyprus: President of the Republic of Cyprus Nicos Anastasiades tweeted, "We offer our most sincere condolences for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. At these difficult times our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom."[119][non-primary source needed][120]
  •   Dominica: Prime Minister of Dominica Roosevelt Skerrit expressed condolences on behalf of the government and people of Dominica via Twitter.[121] The government of Dominica, where Elizabeth II had been queen until 1978, declared a two-day period of national mourning.[122]
  •   Fiji:
    • Prime Minister of Fiji Frank Bainimarama said that, "We will always appreciate it when she is happy to have a working visit to Fiji. Every moment is a blessing, her courage and wise attitude have made people comfortable and inspired, even worldly."[38] He added: "Fijian hearts are heavy this morning as we bid farewell to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II".[123] Elizabeth II was Queen of Fiji from 1970 to 1987.
    • Former Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said that "the people of Fiji join the people of the United Kingdom and the international community of nations in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II." He also added that he had formally apologised to Elizabeth II in 1997 at Windsor Castle for the 1987 Fijian coups d'état during which he proclaimed Fiji a republic.[124]
    • President of Fiji Williame Katonivere acknowledged the death of Elizabeth II adding that "every Fijian has in one way or another have seen a picture, video or heard about Queen Elizabeth given Fiji's prior connection to Britain."[125]
  •   Gabon: President of Gabon Ali Bongo Ondimba sent his "sincere condolences" to King Charles III and his family via Twitter. He praised "a great friend of Africa", adding, "Tonight, the Commonwealth family mourns Queen Elizabeth II."[126]
  •   The Gambia: President of the Gambia Adama Barrow dispatched a letter of condolence to King Charles III, saying: "On behalf of the Government, the People of The Gambia, and on his own behalf, the President expressed grief and extended heartfelt condolences to His Majesty, the Royal family, and the entire people of Great Britain. The President prayed for Allah to bestow mercy on Her Majesty's soul and grant the Royal family, the people of the United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth family the fortitude to bear this great loss."[127]
  •   Ghana: President of Ghana Nana Akufo-Addo said his "thoughts and the thoughts of all Ghanaians, at home and abroad, are with Queen Elizabeth II", and announced that Ghanaian flags would be flown at half-mast for seven days. Statements were also released by former presidents John Mahama and John Kufuor.[128]
  •   Guyana: President of Guyana Irfaan Ali in a statement expressed "profound and deepest sorrow at the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II". The president further noted that the passing of the Queen "marks the end of an era in the history of the British Monarchy, the United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth of Nations" and that her visits to Guyana "are recalled with great fondness." The statement ended by noting that the "thoughts of all Guyana are with the members of the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom. We join in heralding the life of the longest-serving British Monarch and mourn her passing."[129] The day of the funeral on 19 September was declared a day of national mourning.[130]
  •   India:
    • The Government of India declared a day of national mourning on 11 September "as a mark of respect" to the Queen, and ordered flags to be flown at half-mast throughout the country.[131]
    • President Droupadi Murmu expressed her "heartfelt condolences" and said that the world has lost a "great personality", who "steered her country and people for over 7 decades".[132]
    • Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar said that the Queen "leaves behind a rich legacy of inspired leadership, dignity and graceful magnanimity", and "her long reign oversaw the transformation of her country in many ways".[133]
    • Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he was "pained" by the Queen's death, and said that she "will be remembered as a stalwart of our times". He said: "I had memorable meetings with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during my UK visits in 2015 and 2018. I will never forget her warmth and kindness. During one of the meetings she showed me the handkerchief Mahatma Gandhi gifted her on her wedding. I will always cherish that gesture".[134] Modi expressed "his heartfelt condolences" in a call with British Prime Minister Liz Truss, which he said were "on behalf of 1.3 billion Indians".[135]
    • Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal expressed his condolences and said that the Queen was "a true friend of India". "She was known to be a very sensitive person, very human in her outlook and clearly a woman of substance", he said.[136][137]
    • President of the Indian National Congress Sonia Gandhi said that the Queen was "a great and much-loved figure of our times", whose passing is "an occasion to remember her warm association with our country, cherished by her and by us". She said that her many visits to India "both symbolised and cemented the close relationship between our two countries", and "India's association with Queen Elizabeth II will abide in history".[138]
    • Senior Congress politician Rahul Gandhi expressed his condolences and said that the Queen "had a long and glorious reign, serving her country with utmost commitment and dignity".[139]
    • Chief Ministers Himanta Biswa Sarma of Assam,[140][non-primary source needed] Arvind Kejriwal of Delhi,[141] Conrad Sangma of Meghalaya,[142][non-primary source needed] Ashok Gehlot of Rajasthan,[143][non-primary source needed] M. K. Stalin of Tamil Nadu,[144] and Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal also expressed their condolences.[145]
  •   Kenya: In a statement on the website of the President of Kenya, President Uhuru Kenyatta remarked, "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a towering icon of selfless service to humanity and a key figurehead of not only the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations where Kenya is a distinguished member but the entire world."[146] resident-elect William Ruto said "The queen's leadership of the Commonwealth for the past seven decades is admirable." and "She steered the institution's evolution into a forum for effective multilateral engagement whose potential to drive tremendous socioeconomic progress remain incontestable."[34]F our days of mourning were declared with the flag to be flown at half mast.[147]
    • In an article on Britain's former colonies, The Associated Press noted how this drew anger from some ordinary people who "beyond official condolences" held "some bitterness about the past" in regards to the harsh British resistance of the Mau Mau rebellion that continued into Elizabeth's reign.[148] Readers were also reminded that the then-president's father and former president himself, Jomo Kenyatta, was imprisoned for his role in organising the rebellion throughout the Queen's reign over Kenya.[148]
  •   Malawi: Ten days of national mourning were declared with flags to be flown at half mast.[149] Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera, said on Facebook that "we mourn the passing of a great monarch", and expressed his "deepest condolences" noting that Queen Elizabeth was the Queen of Malawi from 1964 to 1966. He added that "For us as a nation, her inimitable legacy as friend of Malawi will forever be etched in our hearts and indelibly marked in the pages of our history."[126]
  •   Malaysia:
    • Prime Minister of Malaysia Ismail Sabri Yaakob offered his "deepest condolences" over the passing the Queen on behalf of the Government in a Facebook post. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved people of the United Kingdom during this time of mourning and sorrow. May Her Majesty's soul rest in peace."[150][non-primary source needed] The Prime Minister also signed a book of condolences at the British High Commission.[151]
    • Minister of Foreign Affairs Saifuddin Abdullah also conveyed Malaysia's condolences over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. "Malaysia extends (its) sincere condolences to the monarch's family, the people and the government of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II," he said in a Facebook post.[152]
    • Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad paid tribute to the late Queen on his Twitter, describing her as a "good example of a constitutional monarch". He also remarked that the Queen's passing was unexpected to him as "[s]he was only one year younger than me". "Her passing away is a loss not just to the British but to people who believe in the rule of law."[153]
    • Leader of the Opposition Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his condolences to the British Royal Family and signed the book of condolences at the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur. He stated that "Her Majesty inspired throughout her lifetime of service. Her life and legacy will be fondly remembered by many around the world."[154]
    •   Chief Minister of Penang Chow Kon Yeow expressed his condolences on behalf of Penang in a Facebook post, stating that "The Queen's steadfast devotion throughout her life-long service to the Crown, her country, her people, and the citizens of the Commonwealth of Nations may never be matched".[155][non-primary source needed] Chow also said "like many others in his generation, he grew up not knowing any other ruling British monarch apart from the Queen" and acknowledged that George Town was granted city status by the Queen in January 1957.[156] The Yang di-Pertuan Negeri of Penang also ordered the state flag to be flown at half mast for 3 days from 17 September until the day of the funeral on 19 September.[157]
    •   Menteri Besar of Pahang Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail conveyed his condolences to the British Royal Family and the British people on Facebook, stating that he was "deeply saddened by the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the world's longest serving Head of State and one of the most respected personalities worldwide."[158][non-primary source needed]
  •   Malta: The day of the funeral was declared a day of national mourning.[159]
  •   Mozambique: President of Mozambique Filipe Nyusi released a statement on Facebook stating: "It was with deep regret that I learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Your loyalty and sense of mission to your country and the world is admirable. Queen Elizabeth II personified an understated vigor and the world was fortunate to witness it for decades. On behalf of the Mozambican people, the Government and myself, I convey our heartfelt condolences to His Majesty King Charles III, the family, people and Government of the United Kingdom."[160][non-primary source needed] The Mozambican government has declared three days of national mourning, from Saturday 17 to Monday 19.[161]
  •   Nauru: On Facebook, the government released a statement declaring that the flag of Nauru would be flown at half-mast and that president Lionel Aingimea had declared Monday 12 September a public holiday in remembrance of the Queen.[162][non-primary source needed]
  •   Nigeria: Muhammadu Buhari, the President of Nigeria, took to his official Twitter account to express his condolence on behalf of his family and 200 million Nigerians. He stated that Elizabeth II was "the only British Sovereign known to 90 percent of our population" and said that the story of Nigeria will not be complete without a chapter on her.[163]
  •   Pakistan: Shehbaz Sharif, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, stated that he was "deeply grieved" and that the country "joins the UK & other Commonwealth nations in mourning her death".[34] Arif Alvi, the President of Pakistan, expressed his sincere condolences to the royal family, government, and people of Britain in a post on social media.[165][non-primary source needed] A day of mourning on 12 September 2022 was declared by the government of Pakistan with flag to be flown at half mast.[70]
  •   Rwanda: President of Rwanda and concurrent Commonwealth Chair-in-Office Paul Kagame stated, "I extend my condolences to his majesty, the King, her majesty, the Queen Consort, and the entire royal family, as well as the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth." Kagame also said that the modern Commonwealth is the legacy that the Queen leaves after passing on at the age of 96.[166] From 9 September the Rwandan flag was flown at half mast sign national mourning and is to be flown like that until after the funeral of the queen.[167]
  •   Samoa: The O le Ao o le Malo (head of state), Tuimalealiʻifano Vaʻaletoʻa Sualauvi II, expressed on behalf of the government and the people of Samoa, deepest condolences to His Majesty King Charles III for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Afioga i le Ao Mamalu stated that "Her Majesty's reign represented strength, stability and inspired leadership, and in a rapidly changing world and challenges, Her Majesty's selfless service was a constant point of wisdom and courage for the people of Samoa". "Her Majesty will be warmly remembered for her dedication, unwavering support and immeasurable contribution to the development and advancement of the people of Samoa, the Pacific region, and the Commonwealth family alike," he continued. The Head of State also extended Samoa's prayers of comfort to the Royal Family, people, and the Government of the United Kingdom during this time of sorrow.[168][non-primary source needed]
  •   Seychelles: Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the President of Seychelles, Wavel Ramkalawan paid a visit on 9 September 2022 to the British High Commission in Victoria where he paid his respects and signed the condolence book. This was in the presence of the British High Commissioner for Seychelles, Patrick Lynch. The President was accompanied by Vice-President Ahmed Afif, and Designated Minister, Jean-François Ferrari who also paid their tribute by signing the condolence book. The President also ordered flags in Seychelles to fly at half-mast.[169][170]
  •   Singapore:
  •   South Africa: The President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa issued a statement expressing his condolences, stating that, "Her Majesty was an extraordinary and world-renowned public figure who lived a remarkable life. Her life and legacy will be fondly remembered by many around the world. The Queen's commitment and dedication during her 70 years on the throne remains a noble and virtuous example to the entire world."[176][177]
  •   Sri Lanka: Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed his condolences and labelled the queen as a "symbol of stability and endurance". National flags are to be flown at half mast and 19 September was declared as a day of mourning.[178]
  •   Tanzania: Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan said in a message of condolences via Twitter that she was "deeply saddened" by the death of Queen Elizabeth. Additionally, according to Hassan, "the whole world will remember the Queen as a pillar of strength, of peace, unity and stability."[126] 5 days, in which flags were to be flown at half mast, of mourning were declared.[179]
  •   Togo: President of Togo Faure Gnassingbé expressed on Twitter his "heartfelt condolences to the British people and the great Commonwealth family ... The sadness at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II today goes beyond Great Britain and expands to the whole world, as the late Queen was undoubtedly an universal figure of her country's influence and friendship towards peoples worldwide."[128]
  •   Trinidad and Tobago: Acting Prime Minister Colm Imbert (representing Prime Minister Keith Rowley, who was traveling outside of the country at the time) said in Parliament that the Government and Trinidad & Tobago's people joined the rest of the world in mourning the death of Her Royal Majesty. He also extended sincerest condolences to King Charles III and her family, "... As well as to the people of the United Kingdom who, for more than two generations, have known only one Sovereign, their beloved Queen. She was their one constant in a rapidly evolving world, and many have never known a world without her."[180] Flags were flown at half mast on 8 and 9 September and again on the day of the funeral.[181]
  •   Zambia: The office of the President of Zambia, Hakainde Hichilema, released a statement that says: "President Hichilema stands together with members of the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom and the entire Commonwealth, and expresses his immense pride in Her Majesty's numerous accomplishments during her extraordinary life and reign spanning nearly 70 years. The President notes that Her Majesty the Queen will be remembered for her devotion to public service, her deep sense of duty to country, and for her immeasurable contributions to the promotion of good governance, human rights, and the various charities and patronages to which she was associated. Her Majesty oversaw seismic shifts in the global social, cultural, political, and economic landscape during her unprecedented reign. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will forever remain an inspiration and a symbol of steadfast, resolute and unwavering leadership, not only to the people of Zambia but to all citizens of the Commonwealth and indeed of the world. The President joins the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the Commonwealth and indeed the world in mourning Her Majesty, while his thoughts and prayers, and those of the people of the Republic of Zambia, go to the Royal family."[182] The day of the funeral was declared a day of national mourning.[183]

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  •   President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune released the following statement: "It is with great sadness and deep emotion that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Elizabeth II. In this painful circumstance, I present to you and to the royal family and to the British people, on behalf of the Algerian people and government, my sincere condolences and assure you of our deepest feelings of compassion and solidarity. It is a painful ordeal to lose one of the foundations of the United Kingdom and one of the veteran leaders who dedicated her life to the service of her country. We remember today her historical contributions and her pioneering initiatives with a view to guaranteeing peace, stability, progress and prosperity for the British people, by adapting wisely and foresightedly to the political, economic and social changes and mutations which have taken place on the international scene throughout her 70 years of reign. Proud of the privileged relations it maintains with the United Kingdom of Great Britain, Algeria wishes to underline the role of the deceased in the promotion of bilateral relations in consecration of the relations of friendship linking our two peoples and their common aspirations to further progress and prosperity. With her demise, Algeria loses one of its loyal friends in all the circumstances and stages it has gone through. I reiterate my sincere condolences and my deep feelings of compassion as well as the support of the Algerian people in this painful ordeal which has bereaved the royal family and the friendly British people. Please Your Majesty to accept the expression of my highest consideration and friendship."[184]
  •   President João Lourenço and First Lady of Angola Ana Dias Lourenço visited the British embassy in Luanda and signed the book of condolences for the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The President said the Queen's reign "has forever marked the British people, which it served, contributing to its edification as a thriving nation, whose process serves as a reference for all peoples globally." In the book of condolences, João Lourenço wrote that "this fateful event leaves a huge void in the world and determines the end of the era of a monarch who stood out for her dynamism and firmness."[185]
  •   President of Benin Patrice Talon tweeted: "A remarkable woman, Queen Elizabeth II will forever remain a major figure in the political history of the world, in our time. To his family and to the people of the United Kingdom, I want to say my pain and that of the people of Benin. I express to them our compassion and our solidarity in these moments of great pain."[186]
  •   President of Burundi Évariste Ndayishimiye tweeted: "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Royal family and the friendly people of United Kingdom. She has been an inspiration for generations around the world and will be remembered for her great leadership."[187]
  •   President of Cabo Verde José Maria Neves stated in a letter to Buckingham Palace: "It was with great sadness and immense sadness that I received the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She indelibly marks the history of the United Kingdom and the world, for her example of perseverance and leadership throughout her 70 years of reign, and for the constant progress of her people. A true source of inspiration ... In this moment of pain, the Head of State presents His Majesty, in on behalf of the Cape Verdean people and on their own, the deepest and most heartfelt condolences for this irreparable loss, feelings extended to the British people."[188]
  •   The President of the Central African Republic Faustin-Archange Touadéra said in a Twitter thread: "Today one of the most remarkable figures of the century has left us: Queen Elizabeth II. An example of a #monarch who during her 70 years reign dedicated her life to the throne and her people. An extraordinary #legacy and a true #inspiration to the #world. My heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, the entire #British Nation and to all #Commonwealth countries!"[189]
  •   The President of the Transitional Military Council of the Republic of Chad, General Mahamat Déby, said in a Twitter thread: "Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, which occurred this afternoon, I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the British people and to all the peoples and governments of the Commonwealth of Nations. I salute the memory of the British sovereign who was a planetary figure having served for seven decades a great country, a great people and great causes. Rest in peace."[190]
  •   The President of the Comoros Azali Assoumani wrote a message of condolence posted on Facebook, saying: "In this painful context, he (President Assoumani)] presents to His Majesty the King Charles IIII and through Him to the Royal family as well as to all British subjects, his condolences and his deep compassion. He joins forces with the international community to make a well-deserved tribute to this international icon who devoted her entire reign to the service of her people with great dedication and a lot of humility and who also knew to win the friendship and trust of the whole international community."[191][non-primary source needed]
  •   The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Félix Tshisekedi, expressed "his sadness" on Twitter about the queen's death, calling it "an immense loss for the United Kingdom and for the world."[192]
  •   The President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso said, in a message to King Charles III, posted on Instagram: "In this painful circumstance, I extend to you, on behalf of the Congolese People and Government as well as my own, to yourself, to the British People and to the entire bereaved family, my deepest condolences."[193][non-primary source needed]
  •   The President of Djibouti Ismaïl Omar Guelleh tweeted: "It is with great sadness that we learnt the somber news of Queen Elizabeth II's passing. On behalf of the entire Djiboutian Nation, I send the @royalfamily our most sincere condolences in these times of mourning as well as our deepest sympathies to the entire British public."[194]
  •   President of Egypt Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated, "My condolences go out to the British Nation for the great loss and the full confidence in King Charles' capacity to fill the void Queen Elizabeth II shall leave behind."[195]
  •   The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Equatorial Guinea Simeón Oyono Esono Angue tweeted: "With deep regret we have learned of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of the people and the government of Equatorial Guinea, I express my deepest condolences to His Majesty, King Charles, to the rest of the Royal Family and to the people and government of the United Kingdom."[196]
  •   The President of Eritrea Isaias Afwerki sent a message expressing "his condolences to King Charles III and through him to the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland".[197]
  •   The Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed stated, in a tweet, "On behalf of the Government and people of Ethiopia, I extend deepest condolences to the British Royal Family, the Government and the people of Great Britain on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II."[198]
  •   The Prime Minister of Guinea Bernard Goumou went to the British embassy in Conakry on 10 September 2022 and offered condolences on behalf of the head of state (Interim President Mamady Doumbouya) and also signed the book of condolences, writing that the Queen was: "A personality of great determination and great convictions, motivated by a sense of duty towards others."[199]
  •   The President of Guinea-Bissau Umaro Sissoco Embaló described the Queen as a "majestic symbol of union, respect and stability" on social media.[200]
  •   The President of Ivory Coast Alassane Ouattara said that he learned Queen Elizabeth II's death "with deep emotion". He also said, "I salute the memory of an exceptional stateswoman, with great human qualities. I send my most heartfelt condolences to King Charles III, the Royal Family and the British people".[201]
  •   The President of Liberia George Weah, in a statement, expressed sadness over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The statement also says: "The President conveys his deepest sympathy to the governments and peoples of the UK and all nations of the commonwealth that have been immensely impacted by the Queen's death. She reigned for 70 years and celebrated her 96th birth anniversary last April. President Weah described the death of the Queen as a colossal loss to the world. He said Liberia too has lost a friend, who paid a historical visit to Monrovia in 1961 during the celebration of Liberia's independence. Her entourage at the time, which included her deceased husband Prince Phillip the Duke of Edinburgh, received a momentous welcome. ... President Weah said he shares in the grief of the British people having spent some of his careers as a professional soccer player in the country. He also conveyed his condolences to the Royal family, saying that he prays that they find solace in the Lord."[202]
  •   The Prime Minister of Libya Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh tweeted: "Sincere condolences and sympathy to the British Royal Family and its people on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen has always been a symbol of the unity of her country and the service of her people."[203] In addition, claimant to the office of Prime Minister of Libya Fathi Bashagha (recognized by the Libyan House of Representatives) tweeted: "On my behalf and on behalf of the Libyan government, I extend my sincere condolences and sympathy to the United Kingdom and the British people on the death of Queen Elizabeth II."[204]
  •   The President of Madagascar Andry Rajoelina tweeted: "During more than 70 years of reign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has inspired many generations in her country and around the world. The Malagasy people join me in expressing our deepest condolences to the British people, and particularly to the Royal Family."[205]
  •   The Ambassador of Mali in Brussels (accredited to the United Kingdom) El Hadji Alhousseini Traoré expressed "heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of United Kingdom on the death of #QueenElizabeth" calling her "a sovereign always in communion with her people. Major figure of our time."[206] He also signed the condolence book at the Mission of the UK to the EU in Brussels.[207]
  •   On 9 September 2022, Mohamed Ould Ghazouani, President of Mauritania, sent a message of condolences to King Charles III which read: "Majesty, We learned with great sadness of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom, and Northern Ireland. In this painful circumstance, I would like to express, on my behalf and behalf of the Mauritanian government and people, to your Majesty the entire royal family, and the friendly British people our sincere condolences and our compassion. Throughout her life, Queen Elizabeth II worked with her usual wisdom to consolidate the values of tolerance and understanding between people. Please accept, Your Majesty, the assurances of my highest consideration."[208]
  •   The President of Niger Mohamed Bazoum tweeted: "The death of Queen Elizabeth II is a great loss for the United Kingdom and the whole world. History will remember her as a courageous, lucid queen steeped in the values of humanism. My heartfelt condolences to his family and to the English people."[209]
  •   Although São Tomé and Príncipe does not maintain an embassy in the United Kingdom, on its Facebook page, the "Casa de São Tomé e Príncipe no Reino Unido" based in London (a non-profit organization which offers many of the services an embassy would provide to the citizens of São Tomé e Príncipe living and working in the United Kingdom and aims to foster closer ties between the two countries) expressed its "heartfelt condolences to the British Royal Family, the British people, and to the Commonwealth" on the death of Queen Elizabeth II.[210][non-primary source needed]
  •   The President of Senegal Macky Sall, offered his "heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Britain". He saluted Queen Elizabeth, whom he referred to as "illustrious" and had an "exceptional career".[211]
  •   President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud tweeted: "I pass my deepest condolences & that of my nation to the government, people & Royal family of the UK on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen represented her nation & citizens with great honour & dignity at home & on the world stage throughout her reign."[212]
  •   President of Somaliland Muse Bihi Abdi expressed his condolences, saying that the Queen's "dedication to public service and unwavering leadership will inspire many generations to come."[213]
  •   The embassy of South Sudan in the United Kingdom posted a statement offering condolences "on behalf of the Government and people of the RSS".[214]
  •   The Twitter account of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan stated: "The Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, mourns with great sadness, sorrow and deep affection, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of Britain, who passed away today."[215][216]
  •   President of Tunisia Kais Saied and Prime Minister Najla Bouden separately visited the residence of the British ambassador to Tunisia to sign a book of condolences.[217][218] President Saied said that the Queen "was one of the symbols of modern history in the whole world", and that he "wanted to be the first to mourn, which is an indication of the depth of relations between the two countries."[217]
  •   The President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa wrote on Twitter, "My deepest condolences to the @RoyalFamily, the people of the United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth as they mourn the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II. May she rest in peace."[219]

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  •   Chargé d'Affaires of Afghanistan's Permanent Mission to the United Nations Naseer Ahmad Faiq, who represents the country's internationally-recognized former government, the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, signed Elizabeth II's condolence book and "expressed sincere condolences and sympathies to the royal family, Government and People of the UK on the sad demise of HM Queen Elizabeth II".[220]
    •   The ruling Taliban made no official statement on the Queen's death.[221]
  •   Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan sent condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss, stating that "The death of the Queen is a great pain and loss not only for the British people, the peoples of the Commonwealth of Nations, but also for the entire international community" and "The Queen embodying almost an entire era of history will remain vivid in the memories of all of us."[222]
    • Former Armenian President Armen Sarkissian sent his condolences to King Charles III, saying that her "uprightness, sense of duty and devotion to her country, wisdom and humanity were admirable."[223]
  •   Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev sent his condolences to both King Charles III[224] and Prime Minister Liz Truss.[225] The statement read in full, "Majesty, It is with heavy hearts we have received the news of the passing away of your mother – Her Majesty Elisabeth II, Queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland - and the outstanding Head of State of our times. On this great loss, I share my sympathies with you and your entire Family, express my deep condolences and wish patience on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan. Being as the exemplary one on her glorious lifetime pathway, the Queen has always remained committed to all human ideals, and demonstrated her strong firmness, unshakeable will and determination as she has been giving exceptional services for the bright future of the United Kingdom, and thus, earning a great prestige and respect throughout the entire world due to her infinite commitment and love to the Motherland. I will always cherish the best memories on my meeting with Her Majesty in 2009. Majesty, I renew my deep condolences to you, members of your Family, the United Kingdom and your people."
  •   Prime Minister of Bhutan Lotay Tshering offered condolences on Twitter, stating "Truly saddened by the news of passing of Queen Elizabeth II. People of Bhutan and I offer our deepest condolences. Bhutan observes the mourning with nationwide prayers today. We'll always remember Her Majesty as an epitome of wisdom and devotion, touching lives around the world."[226] A day of national mourning was observed on 9 September in memory of the late Queen.[227][non-primary source needed]
  •   Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen sent his condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss. The statement read in full, "It is with profound grief to have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Elizabeth II, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, on the 08th [sic] of September 2022 in the Balmoral Castle, Scotland. Her Majesty Elizabeth II, who has emerged as a beloved public figure through her reign, discipline and inspiration, will forever be remembered in the heart of all the British people and many others around the world. In this moment of deep sorrow, please allow me to extend my deepest sorrow, sympathy and condolences on behalf of the Royal Government and the People of Cambodia to Your Honorable and especially through you to the bereaved families of the Royal Households for this immense loss. May her soul rests in peace."[228]
  •   General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and President of China Xi Jinping sent his condolences to King Charles III, stating that "As Britain's longest-reigning monarch in history, Queen Elizabeth II is widely acclaimed. Queen Elizabeth II is the first British monarch to ever visited China. Her passing is a great loss to the British people." Xi also pledged to King Charles III to foster positive relations between China and the United Kingdom, reflecting on fifty years since the United Kingdom and People's Republic of China raised diplomatic relations to the ambassadorial level.[229]
    • Premier of China Li Keqiang sent his condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss.[229]
    • Vice President of China Wang Qishan visited the British embassy in Beijing on 12 September to offer his condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II, speaking highly of the queen's contribution to the ties of the two countries.[230]
 
Tributes left outside the British Consulate in Hong Kong
  •   Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee expressed his condolences in a statement: "On behalf of the people and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, it is with great sadness that I express our profound condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. Having reigned for 70 years, she was the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom. She was greatly respected, admired and praised by the British people. We send our deepest condolences to the people of the United Kingdom during this time of national mourning and reflection."[231] Over 2,500 people queued for up to 3 hours outside the British Consulate General to lay flowers and pay tribute to the Queen, with the queue itself being around 500 metres long.[232][233]
  •   Macau Chief Executive Ho Iat-seng also expressed his condolences in a statement, saying, "Queen Elizabeth II, greatly respected and loved by the people of the United Kingdom, dedicated her entire life to her country and her people. On behalf of the Macao SAR Government, and on its behalf, the Chief Executive expresses his deep dismay at the death of Queen Elizabeth II and expresses his most sincere condolences to the King of the United Kingdom, Charles III, and to the royal family and people of UK."[234]
  •   East Timor President José Ramos-Horta, during a state visit to Canberra expressed his condolences in a statement: "It is a loss for the British People and for the Commonwealth. An extraordinary woman, symbol of the United Kingdom, and who served her country for 70 years. May her soul rest in peace alongside her late husband, Duke of Edinburgh".[235] Ramos-Horta cancelled a lecture he was scheduled to give at the Lowy Institute out of respect for Elizabeth II's passing.[236]
    • Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak sent his condolences in a statement made on the official site of East Timor's Government.[237]
  •   The President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili tweeted that "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has lived a life of dedication to her people, her nation and the Commonwealth" and offered her condolences to the Royal Family.[238]
  •   President of Indonesia Joko Widodo expressed his condolences, writing on Twitter that "I am deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, a widely admired and beloved queen. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family, the government, and the people of the UK."[241]
    • Member of the People's Representative Council of the Republic of Indonesia Fadli Zon sent his condolences and released a statement on his Twitter: "Rest in peace (RIP) for Queen Elizabeth II, 1 Queen 15 prime ministers, 70 years reigned as a beacon of stability through the toughest times in history. She dedicated her life with an unwavering sense of responsibility, may selflessness, courage and its toughness is an inspiration for future leaders," he said.[242]
    • Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono expressed his condolences on his Twitter.[243]
    • Minister of Foreign Affairs, Retno Marsudi, offered her condolences to Owen Jenkins, the British ambassador to Indonesia. A book of condolences was opened for Indonesians to write their condolences.[244]
  •   It was noted that the government leadership of Iran made no official statement on the Queen's death. It was also noted that many Iranians supporting Mohammad Khatami fondly remembered the Queen and photos of the Queen were posted on Khatami's Instagram account. Iranian state and hardline media denounced her as a "queen of tricksters" who left a "bloody legacy to humanity".[245][246][247]
  •   Iraqi President Barham Salih sent his condolences to the Royal Family. According to him, "I feel deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I offer my deepest condolences to the royal family and the people of the United Kingdom. Queen Elizabeth will be remembered as a great symbol of history."[248]
  •   President of Israel Isaac Herzog said on his official Facebook page: "As the 11th President of Israel during Her Majesty's long reign, and on behalf of the whole State and people of Israel, I express my condolences to The Royal Family, to the King and the Queen Consort, to the people of the United Kingdom, and to all nations of the Commonwealth. Throughout her long and momentous reign, the world changed dramatically, while the Queen remained an icon of stable, responsible leadership, and a beacon of morality, humanity and patriotism."[249][non-primary source needed]
    • Prime Minister of Israel Yair Lapid said a statement on his official social media accounts: "On behalf of the Government and people of Israel, I send my condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. She leaves behind an unparalleled legacy of leadership and service. May her memory be for a blessing."[250][non-primary source needed]
    • Leader of the Opposition Benjamin Netanyahu wrote on Twitter, "My wife Sara and I, along with all the people of Israel, send our condolences to the people of Britain and to the royal family on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. She was a legendary sovereign, a beacon of integrity and a steward of a second Elizabethan age which will be remembered down the centuries. May her memory be blessed."[251][non-primary source needed]
 
Fumio Kishida signing a book of condolence at the British Embassy in Tokyo
  •   Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida said that Queen Elizabeth made a "great contribution" towards strengthening Japan's ties with Britain, adding that her death was a big loss for the international community. Kishida added that "The government of Japan expresses its heartfelt condolences to the British royal family, the British government and the British people."[252]
  •   President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev sent a telegram of condolences to King Charles III, which states "Under her wise stewardship, graciousness and inspiring guidance, the United Kingdom has been consistently progressing towards yet more stable, diverse and prosperous society, while being a frontrunner in promoting international security and sustainable development. I am convinced that her remarkable integrity, dignity and incredible achievements will continue inspiring millions of people around the world, and her tremendous legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of the younger generations."[253]
  •   The Cabinet of Kuwait sent its condolences to King Charles III, and issued a decree to fly the flag of Kuwait at half-mast for three days.[254]
  •   President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov offered his condolences to King Charles III, stating that "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will always remain a model of commitment to the state interests of Great Britain and care about her people."[255]
  •   President of Laos and General Secretary of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party Thongloun Sisoulith sent condolences to King Charles III stating "The passing of Queen Elizabeth II is a great loss for the Royal Family, the United Kingdom, and the British Empire, as well as the British people because the Queen was a respected mother and a great leader who dedicated her life to serving the British people and bettering the lives of her people for over 70 years."[256]
    • Prime Minister of Laos Phankham Viphavanh also sent his condolences stating "On behalf of the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic and on my own behalf, I would like to express my sincere condolences to His Highness and through His Highness to the Royal Family, as well as all the British people, on this occasion."[256]
  •   In a statement, Lebanese President Michel Aoun said, "We lost an international reference" "and someone we learn from respect, values, and national duty, someone who supports Lebanon's unity and territorial integrity. This loss afflicted the Lebanese, who knew her throughout her long reign; she was always by their side, espacially in the dire situation that Lebanon went through."[34] Three days of mourning were declared through 9–11 September with a fourth day for the day of the funeral. Flags were flown at half staff.[257]
  •   President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh visited the British Embassy in Ulaanbaatar, where he signed the condolence book stating "Her Majesty was a steadying presence and a symbol of unity to Britain, the Commonwealth, and the whole world for seventy years of historic changes, development as well as times of difficulties. Her solemn legacy will forever remain in our hearts."[258]
    • In a statement, former President of Mongolia Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj said, "Queen Elizabeth has ascended to heaven. Her queen's heart has been beating for 75 years since she announced that she will work for others. Leading the state is a very prestigious and difficult job. The queen has carried this burden for 70 years. May her majesty rest in peace. May King Charles live long."[259]
  •   Acting President Duwa Lashi La of NUG expressed his condolences, writing on Twitter that "I am very sadden to hear about the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. Our deepest condolences to @RoyalFamily and the people of the UK. We will remember the Queen's wisdom and compassion."[260][non-primary source needed][261]
    • Minister of Foreign Affairs Zin Mar Aung of NUG expressed her condolences on her official Twitter that "I'm deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of @NUGMyanmar and the people of Myanmar, I extend our deepest sympathies to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth."[262]
  •   Prime Minister of Nepal, Sher Bahadur Deuba, tweeted: "It is with great sadness I have received the news of her passing away. Queen Elizabeth II distinguished herself with duty, honour and service. The Queen is fondly remembered in Nepal for her two important state visits in 1961 and 1986."[263] The country observed three days of mourning from 10 September in honour of the Queen and the national flag was flown at half-mast in government offices and Nepalese embassies and missions abroad.[264]
  •   President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas offered condolences to King Charles on the passing of his mother, saying, "We have received with great sorrow the news about the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom. Her life was dedicated to the service of her country and people. For decades, she meticulously carried out her royal duties, leaving behind a rich legacy that will be engraved in the hearts and minds of coming generations."[265]
  •   President of the Philippines Bongbong Marcos wrote on his official Facebook page, in a statement: "It is with profound sadness that we receive the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Balmoral Castle yesterday evening. She exemplified to the world a true monarch's great dignity, commitment to duty, and devotion to all those in her realm. We, together with many Filipinos living and working in England, though not subjects of the Queen, have found ourselves having developed a great sense of affection for her as a Queen, as mother, and as a grandmother. The world has lost a true figure of majesty in what she demonstrated throughout her life and throughout her reign as Queen."[266][non-primary source needed][267][268][269] In addition, President Marcos, First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos along with Ilocos Norte's 1st district representative Sandro Marcos also visited the Embassy of the United Kingdom in Taguig, Manila, where they met with British ambassador Laure Beaufils, and signed a condolence book in honour of the Queen.[270]
  •   President of South Korea Yoon Suk-yeol posted his condolences on Twitter, stating that "She had a strong belief in the cause of human freedom and left great legacies of dignity" and "Her kind heart and good deeds will remain in our memories."[276]
  •   President of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Tsai Ing-wen extended her condolences to the Royal Family, people of the UK and Commonwealth on Twitter, stating that "Taiwan remembers and celebrates her life of leadership and service, which set an example for people around the world."[280]
  •   President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent a telegram to King Charles III, saying: "It is with deep sadness that we heard the news of the demise of Her Majesty Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Her Majesty Elizabeth II, with her continuous activity as Queen of the United Kingdom, determined the nature and content of an important era in the development of the country, through which she gained a great prestige and respect in the international arena. ... Expressing my sincere condolences in connection with this heavy loss, I wish you, Your Majesty, all your relatives and friends, as well as the friendly people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, fortitude and good patience."[281]
  •   Acting Prime Minister of Thailand Prawit Wongsuwan ordered all government agencies to lower their flags to half-mast for three days starting from 9 September.[282]
    • Anucha Burapachaisri, Deputy Secretary-General to the Prime Minister for Political Affairs acting as a spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, issued a statement on the following afternoon: "The Thai government mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who is revered and admired around the world."[282]
  •   President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedow extended his condolences to King Charles III and Liz Truss stating that "The life journey of Queen Elizabeth II, her noble activities and the valuable legacy she left behind will forever remain in the memory of present and future generations." He also conveyed words of sympathy and support to King Charles III, the Royal Family and the people of the UK.[283]
  •   President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed his condolences in a letter stating that "She was a great statesperson, the symbol of the country's integrity and rapid development for more than 70 years. She made an incomparable contribution to the Kingdom making it one of the leading countries in the global economy and politics, increasing its reputation in the international arena in every way." He also offered words of comfort to the King Charles III, members of the Royal Family and the people of the UK, and wished for patience and fortitude.[284]
  •   Vietnamese President Nguyễn Xuân Phúc offered his condolences to King Charles III. In addition, Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính extended his condolences to British Prime Minister Liz Truss, and National Assembly chairman Vương Đình Huệ did the same to Speaker of the House of Lords John McFall and Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle.[285]
  •   Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council of Yemen Rashad al-Alimi congratulated Charles III on his accession to the throne and wished him success as king.[286] He also signed a condolence book at the British Embassy in Riyadh, "describing Her Majesty as an example for wisdom, competence and dedication to serve her own country and nation over the past seven decades."[287]

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  •   Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama posted on his Facebook account the Queen's photo, with the caption "Goodbye Queen." The President of Albania, Bajram Begaj, said in a tweet "Heartfelt condolences to @RoyalFamily & the people of Great Britain and Commonwealth on the passing of HM #QueenElisabethII. She was a Monarch with a kind heart, immense strength and courage and will always be remembered with great respect and admiration! May the Queen rest in peace!".[288]
    • Speaker of the Parliament of Albania, Lindita Nikolla said, "the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, is sad news not only for the people of the United Kingdom, but for all mankind. A whole life in the service of the nation, the state and the citizens! Queen Elizabeth II, the unifier of the nation, widely accepted as a symbol of the stability of the United Kingdom and the world, helped her country through major changes over seven decades, to strengthen national identity, increase geopolitical influence and international position. Rest in peace, Your Majesty!"[289]
  •   Prime Minister of Andorra Xavier Espot Zamora tweeted: "For those of us who are dedicated to public service, Elizabeth II will always be a model of a sense of duty, selflessness and respect for institutions. Today the feelings of Andorrans are with the British people and with those of all the countries of which she was head of state."[290]
    • Archbishop Joan Enric Vives i Sicília, Bishop of Urgell and Co-Prince of Andorra (along with the President of France) said in a message of condolence: "On hearing the sad news of the death of Her Majesty the beloved Queen Elizabeth II, and mother of Your Majesty, I am sending you on my own behalf, that of the Government of the Principality of Andorra and that of the Institutions and the Andorran People, our deepest condolences and our prayers for her eternal rest, in the peace of God in whom she has always believed and trusted. Please convey to the entire Royal Family, your Government and the People of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland our expression of sympathy and solidarity."[291]
       
      A moment of silence in memory of the Queen being observed at the opening of the 1637th Board of Governors at the Agency headquarters in Vienna, Austria on 12 September
  •   Chancellor of Austria Karl Nehammer tweeted: "With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, a historic figure passes away and with her, a 70-year era comes to an end, in which she stood for stability through the decades until today. My heartfelt condolences to the family & people of the United Kingdom."[292] He also ordered the flag at the Federal Chancellery to be lowered to half-mast.[293]
    • The President of Austria, Alexander Van der Bellen, released an official statement in which he said: "I salute the Queen, her life's work for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. On behalf of the Republic of Austria and all the people who live here, I would like to extend my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to His Majesty King Charles III. and all the members of the Royal Family as well as to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth."[294][295]
  •   President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko wrote that: "Her Majesty's seventy-year reign has been a symbol of true service to her people, and a guarantee of the stability and prosperity of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms for many years. She linked generations who proudly and with dignity overcame the most difficult challenges. Even in the most difficult times Elizabeth II's statesmanship and authority always made it possible to rise above the political situation. The Republic of Belarus deeply respects and responsibly follows Her Majesty's moral commandment about no alternative to the further progress of mankind on the way of good-neighborliness and mercy."[296]
    •   Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya wrote on Twitter that the Queen "stood firm & true through the most turbulent of times. Her resilience & service remain inspirational. Today, we bow our heads in honor of Queen Elizabeth II & her remarkable life."[297]
  •   Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo tweeted: "Belgium sends its condolences to the British Royal Family and to the British people. May HRH Queen Elizabeth II Rest In Peace. For over 70 years, she was a beacon of stability and dignity for the British people."[298]
  •   Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Šefik Džaferović offered his condolences stating: "I offer my sincere condolences to the Royal Family, the authorities and the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. I am with you in thoughts and prayers."[299]
  •   President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev wrote a letter of condolences to Charles III saying: "With her passing, Britain and the world lose a remarkable stateswoman whose life and deeds marked an entire era."[300]
  •   Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenković released a statement stating: "Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a source of inspiration to generations. Her example of leadership and service to her nation will remain an everlasting testament. I offer my most sincere condolences to the Royal Family and to the British people.[301]
  •   Mette Frederiksen, the Prime Minister of Denmark, wrote: "I am saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty the Queen was a unifying figure for her nation and the world. She provided a sense of stability during changing times. Our thoughts are with The Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth. I send the heartfelt condolences of my Government and the people of Denmark to PM Liz Truss"[302][non-primary source needed][303][non-primary source needed]
  •   Miloš Zeman, the President of the Czech Republic, expressed his "deep sadness", stating that "her devoted service to monarchy, her immense humility and nobility will remain forever in our hearts."[304]
    • Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala stated: "I am deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen, Elizabeth II. Sending heartfelt and sincere condolences to the Royal family and the British people and the people of the Commonwealth."[305]
  •   Kaja Kallas, the Prime Minister of Estonia, wrote that she was profoundly saddened of the passing of Queen Elizabeth and Estonia mourns with her people and the Royal Family. She added that "Her sense of service and dedication to public duty were unparalleled. It's the end of an era but her legend will live on and inspire."[306]
 
Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin signing the book of condolences at the British Embassy, Helsinki, 9 September
  •   Sauli Niinistö, the President of Finland, wrote that he was deeply saddened of the news of the Queen's passing. Prime Minister Sanna Marin offered her condolences to the British Royal family and the peoples of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth.[307]
  •   French President Emmanuel Macron said: "She held a special status in France and a special place in the hearts of the French people. No foreign sovereign has climbed the stairs of the Élysée Palace more often than she, who honoured France with six state visits and met each of its presidents. For her, French was not a mere relic of Norman ancestry that persisted in so many customs, but an intimate, cherished language. The Queen of sixteen kingdoms loved France, which loved her back."[308]
    • Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne stated that "Queen Elizabeth II had and will keep a special place in the hearts of the French. Our country joins in the sorrow of the Royal Family and the grief of the British people."[309]
  •   President Frank-Walter Steinmeier stated during a speech at Bellevue Palace that "her natural authority, her immense experience, her exemplary performance of duty will remain in our living memory." He added that after World War II, "the hand of reconciliation was also the hand of the Queen."[310][311]
    • Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that the queen "was a role model and inspiration for millions, also here in Germany. Her commitment to German-British reconciliation after the horrors of World War II will remain unforgotten. She will be missed, not least her wonderful humour."[312]
    • Former Chancellor Angela Merkel said of the Queen, "Her death marks the end of an era. There are no words that can even come close to honouring the outstanding importance of this Queen, her sense of duty, her moral integrity, her devotion and her dignity over seven decades for the United Kingdom, for Europe and for the world."[313]
    • The German Bundestag interrupted its debate at 19:38 local time[314] to honour the late British Queen Elizabeth II in a minute of remembrance. The parliamentarians rose from their seats.[315][316] On 9 September, flags were at halfmast in North Rhine-Westphalia,[317][318] Saxony[319] and Berlin.[320]
  •   Katerina Sakellaropoulou, President of Greece, and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, offered their condolences over Twitter, with Sakellaropoulou calling her "a true pillar of her country", who "has been rewarded with love and respect". Mitsotakis stated that her "duty, service, and dedication she demonstrated throughout her reign was not just exemplary but extraordinary."[321]
  •   The President of Hungary, Katalin Novák stated on her official Facebook account: "We say goodbye to the woman, the mother, the queen, the European head of state! I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, and I extend my sincere condolences to the members of the Royal Family. It is with sadness and respect that we bid farewell to one of the most influential figures in 20th century British and European history. We Hungarians have learned much in standing up for nation and family from Queen Elizabeth II. We will cherish Her Majesty's memory in our hearts."[322][non-primary source needed][323]
    • Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán posted a short Hungarian language message on his Facebook account, that translates: "God rest Queen Elizabeth II!" The Queen's attached photo had the English caption: "May you rest in peace, Your Majesty!"[324][non-primary source needed][323]
  •   The President of Iceland Guðni Th. Jóhannesson tweeted: "The greatest monarch of our times has passed away. H.M. Queen Elizabeth II will always be remembered and admired for her dignity and selfless devotion. On behalf of all Icelanders I send deep condolences to the Royal Family, the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth."[325][non-primary source needed]
  •   The President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins in a statement said: "it is with profound regret and deep personal sadness" that he learned of her death, and expressed his "heartfelt sympathy" to the royal family on their loss. "Her personal commitment to her role and extraordinary sense of duty were the hallmarks of her period as queen, which will hold a unique place in British history."[326]
    • Taoiseach Micheál Martin also expressed condolences on behalf of the Irish government, saying: "On behalf of the Government of Ireland, I would like to convey my deepest sympathy to His Majesty King Charles, the Royal Family, the UK Government and the British people on the loss of their beloved monarch, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. The Queen's reign was one of historic duration, immense consequence and a focus of respect and admiration around the world. Her dedication to duty and public service were self-evident and her wisdom and experience truly unique. The Queen's passing is indeed the end of an era. Her State Visit to Ireland in 2011 marked a crucial step in the normalisation of relations with our nearest neighbour. That visit was a great success, largely because of the many gracious gestures and warm remarks made by the Queen during her time in Ireland."[327] Tánaiste Leo Varadkar joined in paying tribute. The Leader of the Opposition and President of Sinn Féin, Mary Lou McDonald has also expressed her condolences to the royal family and paid her own tribute to the late queen.[328]
  •   Sergio Mattarella, the President of Italy, said in an official statement: "On the occasion of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, I send to Your Majesty, to the royal family and to all the citizens of the United Kingdom the most heartfelt condolences of the Italian Republic and my own. An outstanding figure enters history. She will be remembered for her authoritative wisdom and high sense of responsibility, expressed above all in the generosity of spirit with which she devoted her long life to the service of the British people and the wider Commonwealth family."[329]
    • Prime Minister Mario Draghi stated in his condolence message that "Queen Elizabeth has been an absolute protagonist of world history for the past seventy years. She represented the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth with balance, wisdom, respect for institutions and for democracy. She has been the most beloved symbol of her country and has garnered respect, affection, liking all over the world. She guaranteed stability in times of crisis and has been able to keep alive the value of tradition in a society in constant and profound evolution" and that "her spirit of service, her dedication to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, the deep dignity with which she held her office for such a long time have been a relentless source of admiration for generations."[330]
  •   Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti in a tweet said "The people of Kosova and I offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and British people on the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. Her dedication, hard work and humility are an inspiration to us all, especially in these trying times. Rest in Peace."[331]
  •   President of Latvia Egils Levits published his condolences to Royal Family and people of the UK in Twitter stating that the "Whole generations have grown up during her rule and today feel great sadness at this loss."[332]
  •   Liechtenstein Prime Minister Daniel Risch offered his condolences on Twitter, stating "May her sense of duty and devotion to her country be remembered outside the UK."[333] He signed a book of condolences at the town hall in Vaduz on 15 September.[334]
    • Minister of Foreign Affairs, Education and Sport, Dominique Hasler, offered her condolences on Twitter, stating that the Queen has "actively shaped the last 70 years of world history" and was "a constant in an ever-changing world."[335]
  •   Gitanas Nausėda, the President of Lithuania offered his condolences on Twitter stating that her "Remarkable 70 years of reign & devotion to humanitarian causes will never be forgotten."[336]
  •   Xavier Bettel, the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, said in his official Twitter account: "Queen Elizabeth II guided Great Britain over seven decades and through many challenges. Her steady leadership, her capacity to inspire hope and her dedication to stability and peace will be greatly missed. I extend my deepest sympathy to the Royal Family and the British people."[337]
  •   Moldovan President Maia Sandu offered her condolences and said in her Twitter account that the Queen's "remarkable lifetime service, inspiring leadership & dedication for peace have defined generations."[338][non-primary source needed]
    • Prime Minister Natalia Gavrilița offered her condolences and said in her Twitter account that the Queen will "forever remain an inspiration and an example to us all for her spirit of duty towards her people and country."[339][non-primary source needed]
  •   Milo Đukanović, the President of Montenegro, said in his official Twitter account: "On behalf of Montenegrin citizens and in my own name I hereby extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family, UK Government, and all citizens of the United Kingdom on the death of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II. Montenegro shares sorrow and pain for the passing of Queen Elisabeth II, whose several-decades-long reign remains one of the most valuable parts of the world historic heritage. Her Majesty's personality and deeds marked the modern era, and she was a part of the lives of people in her Kingdom, but also of millions of people around the world who deeply respected her."[340][non-primary source needed]
  •   Jonas Gahr Støre, the Prime Minister of Norway, offered his condolences and highlighted the end of her reign as the end of a long and historic era and life.[341][342]
  •   Mark Rutte, the Prime Minister of the Netherlands, wrote in a tweet that: "During her exceptionally long reign, she was a beacon of calm and stability her for country and the world, even at the moments of the greatest historical upheaval."[343][non-primary source needed][344]
  •   Stevo Pendarovski, the President of North Macedonia, wrote in a letter of condolences to King Charles III that: "The Queen performed her service devotedly and tirelessly, demonstrating leadership even in the most difficult times. In the seven decades of her reign, generations grew and developed for whom the Queen was and remains a symbol of a leader who leads through empathy, with a vision, always ready to adapt the monarchy to the new dynamics of global trends, staying steadfastly focused on leading and representing her country in every part of the world."[346]
  •   President of Northern Cyprus Ersin Tatar said: "It is with deep sadness and heartfelt sorrow that I have learned of the passing of your Mother, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. I respectfully extend to Your Majesty in your bereavement and to all members of the Royal Family our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences on behalf of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and the Turkish Cypriot People."[347]
  •   President of Poland Andrzej Duda, while on a diplomatic trip to Senegal, made an entry in a book of condolences at the British Embassy in Dakar. Earlier, he expressed his condolences to the Royal Family and all the British people on Twitter: "Her Majesty The Queen for decades she has been an embodiment of everything that makes Britain truly Great. She will be missed and remembered in Poland and all over the world."[348][non-primary source needed]
  •   The President of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, in a message posted on the Presidency's official website said: "It is with deep sadness and immense sorrow that I learnt of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. At this time of mourning and grief, I offer Your Majesty and the entire royal family, as well as all the British people, on behalf of the Portuguese people and on my own behalf, I offer my sincere condolences for the loss suffered."[349]
    • The Portuguese government decreed a three-day national mourning period (18 to 20 September) in tribute to the queen of Portugal's "oldest ally" (Anglo-Portuguese Treaty of 1373).[350]
  •   Klaus Iohannis, the President of Romania, wrote in a tweet that "Her Majesty's reign, which spanned seven decades, shaped modern history and is an exceptional symbol of loyalty and commitment to public service." and that "Romanians are with the British people and the Royal Family".[351][352]
    • Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă posted a photo of the Queen on Twitter while offering his condolences. "We stand with the British people and the Royal Family at this difficult time as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain and Northern Ireland passed on. My condolences to the British Royal Family! God rest her soul in peace!", he wrote.[353]
  •   Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, extended his "deepest condolences" on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. In a public letter to Charles III, he stated: "The most important events in the recent history of the United Kingdom are inextricably linked with the name of Her Majesty. For many decades, Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects, as well as authority on the world stage. I wish you courage and perseverance in the face of this heavy, irreparable loss. I ask you to convey the words of sincere sympathy and support to the members of the royal family and all the people of Great Britain."[354]
    • Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters in a conference call that the Russian people had "great respect" for Queen Elizabeth II and her "wisdom and authority". The spokesperson said that "such qualities are in very short supply on the international stage at the moment".[355]
  •   Captains Regent of San Marino Oscar Mina and Paolo Rondelli of San Marino sent a message of condolence expressing "the senses of our deepest condolences, together with the most heartfelt and moved sympathy on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II" and that "we remember with admiration her untiring commitment, tenacity and high human testimony that will remain in the memory, not only of her People, but of all humanity. In this time of sorrow, she remains for all of us the example of a life unreservedly consecrated to the service of her country".[356]
  •   Aleksandar Vučić, the President of Serbia, wrote a telegram offering his condolences to the royal family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. In his telegram, he stated: "With her selfless public service, Her Majesty marked the modern history of the United Kingdom and the world, offering an example of how to carry the authority of leadership and carry out duties even in the toughest of times. Queen Elizabeth II faced every challenge wisely, unobtrusively yet decisively, above all taking into account the welfare of the nation, thereby earning the immense devotion of her followers and, likewise, her numerous admirers the world over. She was the backbone of her family and of the whole nation, which through the generations was devoted to her".[357]
  •   The President of Slovakia, Zuzana Čaputová, tweeted: "My deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the people of the UK & the entire Commonwealth. Queen Elizabeth II's seven decades of steadfast leadership & dedication to the service to her country through many global changes have made her a role model & an inspiration for us all."[358]
 
Prime Minister Robert Golob signing a book of condolence in Ljubljana, Slovenia
 
The Union Jack at half-mast in the British Consulate General in Istanbul
  •   Borut Pahor, the President of Slovenia, wrote a message given on his official website: "On my own behalf, on behalf of the Republic of Slovenia and all our people, I express my deep sadness and condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II. She ruled the United Kingdom but belonged to the whole world. Queen Elizabeth II left an indelible mark on European and world post-war history. With her, we are losing a historical figure who symbolized strength and trust. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and admire her in person, most recently in early 2019 at Buckingham Palace during an official visit to the United Kingdom."[359]
  •   Pedro Sánchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, expressed his condolences in Twitter, stating that Elizabeth II was "an author of the European history". "My condolences to the entire Royal Family, the government and the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A figure of global significance, witness and author of British and European history".[360] Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the regional government of the Community of Madrid, where the capital city is located, declared three days of official mourning.[361]
  •   Magdalena Andersson, the Prime Minister of Sweden wrote in an official statement: "I would like to express my sorrow at the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For as long as most of us have been alive, she has been a cherished representative and symbol for United Kingdom and the head of state for the many countries of the Commonwealth. My thoughts today are naturally with the Queen's family and the British people, but her passing is a loss for us all."[362]
  •   Ignazio Cassis, the President of Switzerland, wrote in a tweet: "Deeply saddened by the passing of HM #QueenElizabeth II. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family on behalf of the Federal Council and the people of Switzerland. She will be remembered as a woman of great strength & steady leadership.".[363]
  •   Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the President of Turkey, said he was "saddened" to learn of Queen Elizabeth's death and sent his "deepest condolences to the royal family and the people and government of the United Kingdom".[364]
    • Former president Abdullah Gül wrote on his official Twitter account: "It is with profound sadness that I learned the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. She devoted her whole life to the service of her country, will definitely find her place in the world history. In their times of sorrow, I convey my deepest condolences to the Royal family, the government and the entire people of the UK."[365][non-primary source needed]
    • In a post on Twitter, main opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu described the Queen as an "outstanding person of state and duty, who witnessed many historical events and transformations worldwide and worked until the last days of her life".[366]
  •   Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, wrote in a tweet that "It is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of the Ukrainian people, we extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family, the entire United Kingdom, and the Commonwealth over this irreparable loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."[367][non-primary source needed]
  •   On Facebook, the Sovereign Military Order of Malta expressed "its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. For over seventy years, she embodied the British nation's continuity and unity. She was highly admired and respected worldwide for her dignity, wisdom, grace, her strong commitment to the duty and attention to charitable works. The thoughts and prayers of the Sovereign Order of Malta are with King Charles III, the Royal Family, the entire United Kingdom, and the British Commonwealth."[368][non-primary source needed][369]

North America edit

  •   The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship of Costa Rica made a short statement of condolences from both the government and the Costa Rican people.[370]
  •   First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Díaz-Canel made a statement on Twitter saying "It is with deep regret that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. On behalf of the Cuban people and government, I express my deepest condolences to His Royal Highness, Prince Charles, the rest of the Royal Family, and the British people and government." In response to her death, Cuba declared official mourning to be observed on 9 September, from 6 am to 12 am midnight, with the flag of Cuba hoisted at half-mast in public buildings and military facilities.[371]
  •   President of the Dominican Republic Luis Abinader tweeted that the reign of Elizabeth II "will be remembered for her dedication to democracy and the best causes."[372]
  •   Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele stated on Twitter that he and his wife, Gabriela, expressed their "deepest sympathies" to the British people and the Royal Family. He added, "Her Majesty's legacy will always remain a touchstone for our shared values of empathy, solidarity and service."[373]
  •   President of Guatemala Alejandro Giammattei tweeted that the queen's leadership "will remain a legacy for all humanity."[372]
  •   Acting President and Prime Minister of Haiti Ariel Henry stated in a Twitter thread: "Queen Elizabeth II, the one who deeply marked the history of the United Kingdom, Europe and the whole world, has passed away. We would like to salute her deep commitment to the happiness of her people during 70 years of reign. We send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family, the British nation and the States of the Commonwealth who today mourn the passing of the most famous Monarch in history."[374]
  •   Honduran Secretary of External Relations and International Cooperation Eduardo Enrique Reina tweeted: "Our sincere condolences to the people and government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II, a message of solidarity to her family."[375]
  •   The President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, made a statement on social media saying, "I send my condolences to the United Kingdom's people for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, the British monarch and sovereign of 14 independent states. I also make this extensive to her family, friends, and members of the Royal House."[376]
  •   Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and Vice-President Rosario Murillo sent a joint message of condolence to Prime Minister Liz Truss sending their prayers for the Queen, "whose life meant so much to the British people."[378]
  •   President of Panama Laurentino Cortizo sent "deepest condolences to the Royal Family, the British people and the Commonwealth on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who honored Panama in a historic State Visit six decades ago. Peace to her soul. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II (RIP), was an outstanding protagonist of contemporary history. Her personality and her character marked a transcendent legacy for her nation and her world. We honor her memory."[379]
 
US President Joe Biden signing the book of condolence

Oceania edit

  •   On the Twitter account of the Office of the President of the Federated States of Micronesia, a tweet was posted that read: "The Federated States of Micronesia expresses its heartfelt condolences for the loss of Her Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II." The tweet also included a letter from the President David Panuelo to Prime Minister Liz Truss.[394]
  •   Ambassador of Palau to the United Nations Ilana Seid expressed condolences "on behalf of the people and government of Palau".[395]

South America edit

  •   The official Casa Rosada account on Twitter wrote: "The Argentine Government salutes and accompanies the British people and Government on the death of their Head of State, Queen Elizabeth II."[396]
  •   The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia issued an official statement in which it expressed condolences on behalf of the Bolivian government.[397]
  •   The President of Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro, paid his tributes to the Queen on Twitter and declared three days of national mourning in Brazil following her death.[398]
  •   The Government of Chile's official account on Twitter wrote: "We extend our sincere condolences to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations, as well as to the British Royal Family,".[399]
  •   The President of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, paid his tributes to the Queen on Twitter following her death. Former president Juan Manuel Santos expressed his condolences to the royal family,[400] while former president Álvaro Uribe wrote on Twitter that the Queen "protected democracy for 70 years, [she] protected democracy for 70 years, helped consolidate the independence of former English colonies, and secured and maintained Commonwealth integration with sovereign states".[401]
  •   The President of Ecuador, Guillermo Lasso, said on his Twitter account: "Dismayed at the death of Queen Elizabeth II, whose long life and dedication to the service of her people go down in history as an exemplary reign, I send my condolences to her children and grandchildren, the royal family, the Government and the people of the Kingdom United. Peace in her grave."[402]
  •   The President of Paraguay, Mario Abdo Benítez, said on his Twitter account: "From the Republic of Paraguay, we convey our feelings of sorrow to the Royal Family, to the government and people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, who will always be remembered for her great vocation of service."[403]
  •   Peruvian President Pedro Castillo wrote on his Twitter account that he and the Peruvian people sent condolences in behalf of the Royal Family. Furthermore, he added that "her legacy of her with a vocation for service and leadership will remain in history."[404]
  •   The President of Suriname, Chan Santokhi, said on his Twitter account: "On behalf of the Surinamese people, condolences to the family and the entire British community on the loss. Also as CARICOM chairman, I express my deepest sadness on behalf of the entire CARICOM family at her passing. My thoughts are especially with the entire royal family."[405]
  •   The Ministry of Foreign Relations of Uruguay released a statement in which it expressed, on behalf of the Government and the Uruguayan people, its "sincere condolences" for the death of the Queen.[406] In addition, it declared that Uruguay joined "today in sorrow with the British people with our respect and tribute to a memorable political personality", who during her reign gave "stability to her country and faced global political and economic challenges" with a "firm commitment to the service of her nation".[407]
  •   President of Venezuela Nicolás Maduro sent condolences via his Twitter account, roughly translating to: "The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth II of England, British monarch. We express our condolences to the royal family, the United Kingdom and the British people. Peace to her Soul!"[408]

Foreign royalty edit

Commonwealth countries edit

  •   The Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah expressed his condolences on behalf of himself, his wife, and the government and people of Brunei. The official statement read: "Throughout her life, she not only gave full attention to the British people but also to the people of the Commonwealth and will always be remembered as a leader with a people's spirit and also for her continuous dedication to public service. In seven decades, her courage and leadership as Head of the Commonwealth became a source of admiration, inspiration and pride that promoted unity among Commonwealth countries." The statement also said that the Sultan and his wife had "fond memories when Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh visited Brunei Darussalam in 1972 and 1998. They both appreciate the personal contribution of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in strengthening this important relationship."[409] With the death of Elizabeth II, the Sultan of Brunei became the world's longest-reigning incumbent monarch.
  •   The King of Lesotho, Letsie III, expressed "his shock and deep sadness" in a message of condolences to King Charles III a day after the Queen's death.[410]
  •   The National Palace of Malaysia expressed the Yang di-Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong's "deepest condolences" via a Facebook post. The palace states that the Queen Elizabeth II's "efforts to promote stronger ties between the United Kingdom and Malaysia" will always be remembered.[411][non-primary source needed]
  •   Mangosuthu Buthelezi, in his capacity as traditional prime minister to King of the Zulus Misuzulu Sinqobile kaZwelithini, issued a statement expressing condolences to the House of Windsor, saying, "My personal condolences are with His Majesty the King, with whom I have shared a treasured friendship over many years. I have been honoured to be hosted by His Majesty, and to have hosted him in Ulundi. I have always admired his principled approach to his duties and his people. This was no doubt instilled in him by his beloved Mother, who gave her entire life to the service of her nation. Her reign was both long and laudable. Her genuine care and concern for her people shall never be forgotten."[177]
  •   The Tongan royal family paid tribute with Princess Frederica Tuita, a niece of King Tupou VI, saying, "Tonga joins millions of people in sadness after hearing the news of Her Majesty's passing. She was loved and respected by our family, and we have so many cherished memories."[72]

Other edit

  •   King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in a message expressed deepest condolences, wishing "the deceased mercy and HM King Charles III, the Royal Family and the British people solace and fortitude." He stated that "the world lost a great symbol of humanity, wisdom and tolerance" with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. The King also ordered flags in Bahrain to fly at half-mast for three days.[417]
  •   Queen Margrethe II of Denmark, the Queen's third cousin, wrote in a letter addressed to King Charles III that she was "deeply moved by the sad news of your beloved mother's death. You mother was very important to me and my family. She was a towering figure among the European monarchs and a great inspiration to us all. We shall miss her terribly."[418] With the death of Elizabeth II, the Queen of Denmark became the longest-reigning European sovereign and the last remaining queen regnant until her abdication on 14 January 2024.[419][420]
    • Margrethe II was celebrating her Golden Jubilee at the time of Elizabeth II's death, and subsequently scaled back some celebrations and ordered a moment of silence be added in honour of the Queen.[421]
  •   Georg Friedrich, Prince of Prussia, head of the Prussian line of the House of Hohenzollern (non-reigning house), expressed his condolences in a statement and remarked that the Queen with her "unique personality, warmth and distinctive sense of duty that placed public welfare above individual interests" has been a role model to him. He announced that the British flag would fly at half-mast at Hohenzollern Castle on the day of her state funeral.[422][423][424]
  •   Franz, Duke of Bavaria, head of the House of Wittelsbach (non-reigning house) and historic heir of King Ludwig III, said that the Queen was able to "win the hearts and respect of all people" and remembered personally witnessing her friendliness and charisma during the conversations he had with her.[425]
  •   Former King Constantine II of Greece, and relative of Queen Elizabeth, described her as "a beacon of dignity and humility for the whole world." He added, "We have been through so much together and I will never forget the love and support she showed me and my family."[426] His son, Pavlos, Crown Prince of Greece, called Queen Elizabeth a "remarkable person, a sovereign who led by example, who will for ever be admired for her ethical leadership and commitment to her national and the commonwealth." He also encouraged people to "be thankful for her life", before praising Charles.[427]
  •   Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince of Iran and head of the Pahlavi dynasty (non-reigning house) offered his and his family's condolences to the British people and royal family in a statement posted on Twitter, saying Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a "symbol of wisdom, strength, and grace".[221]
  •   The Emperor of Japan, Naruhito, expressed his "deep sorrow" and heartfelt condolences over the death of Elizabeth II and his "earnest respect and gratitude for the Queen's legacy, her achievements and her dedication."[428]
  •   King Abdullah II of Jordan expressed his condolences, stating that the Queen was "a beacon of wisdom and principled leadership for seven decades", and "a partner for Jordan and a dear family friend".[429][430][non-primary source needed] Queen Rania of Jordan described her as "an icon of selfless dedication and unwavering commitment, a queen who embodied the traits of a faithful and devoted sovereign".[431] Seven days of mourning were declared.[432]
  •   In a cable, Emir of Kuwait Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah expressed "his and Kuwait government and people's deep sorrow and sympathy for Queen Elizabeth's death. He recalled with pride Her Majesty's path of giving over the past decades that boosted the high status of the UK on the international stage as well as her effective contribution to world issues."[433]
  •   King Mohammed VI of Morocco, in a message of condolences to Charles III, stated that the Queen "invariably stood as a symbol of the greatness of the United Kingdom, devoting her entire life to serving her country," adding that under her reign the United Kingdom "achieved much progress and prosperity", and that Morocco had lost a "great and special friend" who was "particularly keen to strengthen the longstanding friendship between our two time-honoured monarchies."[434] Mohammed VI later congratulated Charles III following the proclamation of his accession to the throne.[435]
  •   The Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tariq, offered condolences to King Charles III in a telegram and stating that the Queen was "a permanent friend of the Sultanate of Oman and contributed to strengthening the close bilateral relations between the two countries."[436] Sultan Haitham ordered the flags to fly at half-mast in public and private sector buildings and at the embassies of the Sultanate of Oman on 9 September in honour of Queen Elizabeth II.[436]
  •   King of Saudi Arabia Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent his condolences to King Charles III, stating that "Her majesty was a role model for leadership that will be immortalized in history."[437] Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman stated in his condolences that the world "will remember the great impact and the great deeds she did throughout her career".[437]
  •   King Felipe VI of Spain issued his first public reaction two hours after the Queen's death. He stated "Queen Elizabeth will be remembered as one [of] the best queens of all time for her dignity, sense of duty, courage, and devotion to her people always and at all times."[438]
  •   King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden released a statement expressing his condolences at the loss of his dear relative. He said, "The Queen served her countries and the Commonwealth with outstanding dedication and duty. She has been a constant presence, not only in British society but also internationally. She has always been dear to my family and a precious link in our shared family history. We offer our heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty’s family and her peoples."[439]
  •   King Vajiralongkorn and Queen Mother Sirikit of Thailand sent separate messages of condolences to Charles III, evoking the two state visits made by the Queen in 1972 and 1996.[440]
  •   President of the United Arab Emirates and Emir of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the UK. Calling Queen Elizabeth a "close friend of the UAE", he also stated that she was a "beloved and respected leader whose long reign was characterised by dignity, compassion and a tireless commitment to serving her country."[441] In response to her death, UAE declared a three-day mourning period, with flags flown in half-mast in the public and private sectors, and in the country's embassies abroad.[442]

Religious leaders edit

Christian edit

  • Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, seniormost bishop of the Church of England, of which the Queen was the Supreme Governor, paid tribute to her and recalled "her trust in God and profound love for God".[443] Welby further stated that Anglican churches across the country would offer "a physical space [...] in which people can express their sorrow and find hope and abundant life" throughout the period of national mourning.[444] In addition, Vincent Nichols, the Catholic Archbishop of Westminster, paid tribute to the Queen, saying that her faith "so often and so eloquently proclaimed in her public messages, has been an inspiration to me, and I am sure to many."[444]
  • Pope Francis, Pope and sovereign of the Vatican City, said in a telegram that "I willingly join all who mourn her loss in praying for the late Queen's eternal rest, and in paying tribute to her life of unstinting service to the good of the Nation and the Commonwealth, her example of devotion to duty, her steadfast witness of faith in Jesus Christ and her firm hope in his promises".[445]
  • Bartholomew, the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, signed a condolences book at the British consulate in Istanbul.[446]
  • Hierarchs of the Coptic Orthodox Church stationed in Egypt, including Pope Tawadros II and Bishop Angaelos also offered condolences: "The Coptic Orthodox Church [...] mourns Queen Elizabeth of Britain who left our mortal world after sitting on the throne of Great Britain as a queen for more than 70 years [...] [o]ver the course of her reign, Her Majesty used her position for good, serving the nation through tireless visits to various charities and organisations that serve the wider community and the most vulnerable."[447]
  • Catholicos of All Armenians of the Armenian Apostolic Church Karekin II sent a letter of condolence to King Charles III of the UK on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Karekin II added that for seven decades, the Queen inspired unity among her people and became a "symbol of strength and determination in the most difficult times".[448]
  • Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church Ilia II sent his condolences to the royal family, describing the Queen as "the most outstanding monarch of our time".[449]
  • In a statement posted on the website of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch of Moscow Kirill stated that: "Her Majesty remained a symbol of the stability, continuity, and coherence of the centuries-old historical traditions not only for her homeland but also for the whole European continent", also remarking that the Queen was "an example of deep spirituality and supreme culture."[450]

Other edit

Cancellations, postponements and closures in the UK edit

Postponements edit

The ceremony that was due to be held to mark the transitioning of Colchester from town to city status was cancelled.[453]

The last two concerts of the BBC Proms, including the "Last Night", were cancelled as a mark of respect.[454] The National Television Awards were postponed and rescheduled to 13 October as the original date of the ceremony, 15 September, fell during the period of national mourning.[455] The Mercury Prize was among the events that were called off, while the Royal Opera House announced that they would not go on with the opening night of one of their new productions and would not be operating on the day of the state funeral.[456] The Liberal Democrat Autumn conference was scrapped.[457] Tynwald postponed its meeting on cost of living crisis until 22 September.[458] The Trades Union Congress also cancelled their annual conference as a sign of respect.[459]

Following the announcement of the Queen's death, the RMT and ASLEF unions suspended planned train strikes scheduled for 15 and 17 September. A Royal Mail strike by the CWU planned for the following day was also suspended.[460][461] The Royal College of Nursing delayed their strike ballot.[462]

The Bank of England postponed their interest rate decision by one week.[463]

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) first issued guidance to sporting bodies after the death was announced. Most sporting bodies cancelled events until at least 11 September, but some events between 8 and 11 September went ahead as scheduled with mourning protocol, such as pregame observation of a moment of silence, playing of "God Save the King", and all players wearing black armbands.[464][465][466]

All matches sanctioned by the British Boxing Board of Control were ordered postponed until 11 September. The English Cricket Board suspended all fixtures scheduled for 9 September, including the second day of the third test between England and South Africa (the first day had already been called off due to weather) and 2022 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy (the matches were later declared "no result").[467] The Third Test resumed on 10 September with day three, as the match cannot be extended due to South Africa needing travel and rest time before their tour of India.[466] The remainder of the 2022 Tour of Britain was cancelled, and the event was declared complete after its fifth of eight stages.[468] The Premier League, English Football League,[464] NIFL Premiership, and Scottish Professional Football League (SPFL) postponed matches scheduled for 9 September.[469] On 9 September, all English, Northern Irish, Welsh, and professional Scottish football was suspended until 11 September.[465][470] This decision was heavily criticised by supporters' groups, journalists and former players.[471][472][473]

The British Horseracing Authority ordered the suspension of all racing until 10 September.[469] The St Leger Stakes, the Champagne Stakes and the Park Stakes, the Doncaster Cup and the Flying Childers Stakes were all postponed.[474] The St Leger Stakes started with a two-minute silence.[475] Horse racing events on the day of the funeral were also cancelled.[476] Play in the 2022 BMW PGA Championship was suspended until 10 September.[465] No play took place on 9 September, and all facilities were closed.[469][477] Premiership Rugby postponed all matches until 9 September. Individual teams may request the postponement of fixtures if the team has "connections" to the royal family, or the availability of players is impacted by their commitments to serve official public safety duties tied to the mourning period.[478][469] The Scottish Rugby Union postponed all matches until the weekend of 11 September.[469] The Great North Run half-marathon cancelled its Great North 5k sister event,[479] its Junior and Mini Great North Run events, but went on with the remainder of its programme. Organisers stated that the event would provide "an opportunity for people to come together and express condolences", and that the event's charitable contributions would be "a fitting tribute to the Queen who lived her life in service to the country and its people."[480]

Businesses and organisations edit

Organisations including Kew Gardens, the National Gallery, Hampton Court Palace, the Tower of London and Legoland Windsor closed on Friday 9 September to show respect.[481] Department store Selfridges also closed.[482]

Many businesses decided to close on Monday 19 September, the day of the funeral.[483]

Retailers including John Lewis, Harrods, Primark, B&Q, Homebase, Poundland, Screwfix, Wickes and Toolstation announced that they would not open as a mark of respect and to allow employees to watch the funeral.[484][485][486]

Supermarket chains Aldi, Morrisons and Lidl also announced their intention to close, while Waitrose announced the majority of stores would close except those on the funeral route which are scheduled to close for the duration of the funeral.[484][487][486] Larger Tesco and Sainsbury's stores were to be closed for the duration of the day with smaller stores open after 5 p.m.[488] Many supermarkets also stated that their forecourts would be closed until 5 p.m. on the day of the funeral.[489]

Costa and Greggs announced full day closures for their stores, while McDonald's said they planned to be closed until 5 p.m.[490][491]

Odeon, Picturehouse and Cineworld, announced the closures of all their cinemas. Vue announced the closure of most of its cinemas, with those remaining open instead showing the funeral free of charge.[492][493]

Museums, including the Science Museum and Natural History Museum,[494] and zoos including Chester Zoo, Colchester Zoo and Banham Zoo also announced that they were to close.[495][496][497]

The DVSA suspended theory and practical examinations on 19 September.[498] Many councils across the UK postponed bin collections while others closed recycling centres and libraries.[499][500]

Heathrow Airport announced that no landings and takeoffs would take place for a thirty-minute period starting at 11:40 a.m. on the day of the funeral, to avoid disturbances for aircraft during the planned two-minute silence for the Queen, with the rest of the day having numerous arrival and departure changes.[501]

Center Parcs announced that it was planning to close its sites and remove visitors residing there for the day of the funeral, but subsquent backlash led to its changing its position to allowing guests already there to stay but closing all facilities and delaying new arrivals.[502]

TfL announced a ban on buskers during the national period of mourning after initially announcing a three-day ban.[503]

Apple and Microsoft paid tribute on their homepage updated with a black-and-white image of Queen Elizabeth II.[504] In addition, Google changed the logo on its website to a grey version.[505]

Organisations edit

International edit

  •   NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg tweeted his condolences. Including a post with an accompanying photograph of the flags in front of the NATO headquarters in Brussels, that "the flags of all 30 [NATO] Allies are at half-mast in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a strong supporter of our transatlantic Alliance, our armed forces & our values. I will always remember her wisdom and warmth."[241]
  •   United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres issued a statement that highlighted and paid tribute to the length of Queen Elizabeth II's reign and her grace, dignity and dedication to her duty and her status as a good friend of the United Nations.[34] The General Assembly observed a minute's silence in her honour on 8 September.[506]
  •   President of the European Council Charles Michel said: "Once called Elizabeth the Steadfast, she never failed to show us the importance of lasting values in a modern world with her service and commitment."[34] President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen described the Queen as "one of the most respected personalities worldwide".[34]
  •   Commonwealth of Nations Secretary-General Patricia Scotland said: "Her Majesty loved the Commonwealth, and the Commonwealth loved her. During her reign she travelled more than any monarch in history, visiting every part of our family of nations. The growth and vibrancy of our modern Commonwealth is a credit to her and testament to her dedication, wisdom and leadership."[34]
  •   International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach lamented the loss of "a great supporter of sport and of the Olympic Movement… …Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and in particular our IOC colleague, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal, and all the members of the Olympic community in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth."[507] IOC flags were flown at half-mast and the Executive Board held a minute's silence in honour of the Queen.[507]
  •   International Paralympic Committee (IPC) president Andrew Parsons said the IPC "sends its deepest condolences to the Royal Family of the United Kingdom following the very sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II."[507]
  •   FIFA president Gianni Infantino described the Queen's death as "a huge loss to football, to our society, and to the world", and recalled her presenting of the Jules Rimet Trophy to England captain Bobby Moore following their team's victory in the 1966 FIFA World Cup final.[508]
  • International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI) stated the Queen "was an incredible role model and shining light within the equestrian community who was awarded the FEI Lifetime Achievement Award for her dedication to equestrian sports", and that her "devotion to horses will forever be admired and cherished within our community."[507]

United Kingdom edit

The University of Derby's Vice-Chancellor, Professor Kathryn Mitchell, described the Queen's 70-year reign as "a remarkable achievement", and added that "her commitment and leadership are an inspiration to us all."[509]

Vice-Chancellors and spokespeople from Staffordshire University, Keele University, the University of Essex, and Lancaster University paid their tributes by reflecting on the past visits by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh.[510][511][512]

Australia edit

 
Flags at half-staff in the University of Sydney following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II was the patron of 27 organisations in Australia. Some of these organisations have released statements to pay tribute to her service to their organisation:[513]

The Anglican Mothers Union Australia said that "we will always remember her intelligence and humility in making wise decisions, her charm and sense of humour, and her sincere caring and gentleness. Hers was a life born to serve God and all humanity and her legacy will live on in so many ways."[513] The Australian Medical Association said that "the AMA pays tribute to the long reign of Queen Elizabeth II and acknowledges the many intersections that the medical profession in Australia has with organisations enjoying royal patronage. The AMA acknowledges the Queen's selfless service and expresses our condolences to her family."[513] The Australian Physiotherapy Association said "we pay our respects to the decades of service she gave to the Commonwealth. We admire the grace and dignity with which she led her life of duty."[513]

The Australian Red Cross said that the "Australian Red Cross pays tribute to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, on the occasion of her death. Her Majesty was a supporter of the work of the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement across the world, including in Australia."[513] Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital said "we will always be proud of our long association with the Queen and send our sympathies to HRH King Charles and the Royal Family, and thank them for the special relationship the RCH was privileged to enjoy during Her Majesty's reign."[513] Melbourne's Royal Women's Hospital said "the Women's is a strong supporter of gender equity, so we are grateful for the Queen's example of female leadership which was admired by many people."[513] The Royal Melbourne Hospital said that "the Royal Melbourne Hospital extends our deepest condolences to The Royal Family on the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen was a much-loved patron of the RMH since taking her reign in 1952."[513]

Racing Victoria said "Racing Victoria extends its heartfelt condolences following the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. An avid racegoer, breeder and owner, Queen Elizabeth's love of the horse and thoroughbred racing was an unmistakable characteristic of her reign."[513] RSL Australia said "she dedicated her life to the service of her nation and the peoples of the Commonwealth and never shirked this great responsibility. The RSL will be forever grateful for her commitment, encouragement and support for our veterans and service personnel."[513] Scouts Australia said "her outstanding example of service, encouragement and kindness was an inspiration to us all."[513]

The Australian War Memorial

January 01, 1970
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This article relies excessively on references to primary sources Please improve this article by adding secondary or tertiary sources Find sources Reactions to the death of Elizabeth II news newspapers books scholar JSTOR September 2022 Learn how and when to remove this message Elizabeth II Queen of the United Kingdom and the other Commonwealth realms died on 8 September 2022 at the age of 96 leading to reactions from around the world The new king Charles III paid tribute to his darling Mama in an address to the nation and Commonwealth the next day Politicians throughout the Commonwealth paid tribute to the Queen praising her long public service Political figures of the rest of the world also offered their condolences and tributes as did members of royal families religious leaders and other public figures Commemorations were observed at many global landmarks with some lit up in the colours of the Union Jack or illuminating an image of Elizabeth Many organisations paid their respects and some suspended operations or cancelled events BBC ITV Channel 4 and Channel 5 all interrupted television programming to cover the news while print media dedicated entire front covers in tribute The wider public also reacted on social media many sending condolences to the royal family or thanking the Queen for her work Others debated the legacy of the British Empire and the abolition of the monarchy Many sporting events that went ahead held minute silences Contents 1 Royal family 2 Political 2 1 United Kingdom 2 1 1 Devolved governments 2 1 2 Crown dependencies 2 1 3 Overseas territories 2 2 Australia 2 2 1 Federal 2 2 2 States and territories 2 3 Canada 2 3 1 Provinces 2 3 2 Territories 2 4 New Zealand 2 4 1 Nations in free association with New Zealand 2 5 Bahamas 2 6 Papua New Guinea 2 7 Other Commonwealth realms 2 8 Other Commonwealth countries 2 9 Other countries 2 9 1 Africa 2 9 2 Asia 2 9 3 Europe 2 9 4 North America 2 9 5 Oceania 2 9 6 South America 3 Foreign royalty 3 1 Commonwealth countries 3 2 Other 4 Religious leaders 4 1 Christian 4 2 Other 5 Cancellations postponements and closures in the UK 5 1 Postponements 5 2 Businesses and organisations 6 Organisations 6 1 International 6 2 United Kingdom 6 3 Australia 7 Public figures 7 1 United Kingdom 7 2 United States 7 3 Other 8 Media 8 1 Radio 8 2 Social media 8 3 Television 8 4 Theatre 8 5 Advertising 9 Sport 9 1 Football 9 2 Cricket 9 3 Other and international sport 10 Public 10 1 Republicanism 10 2 Protests 11 See also 12 ReferencesRoyal family edit She s got those wonderful blue eyes when she smiles they light up her whole face I will always remember that smile You know that smile is unforgettable Queen Camilla paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II 1 King Charles III successor to Elizabeth II released a statement immediately following his mother s death 2 Charles gave his first address to the nation and Commonwealth on 9 September at 6 p m BST in which he mourned paid tribute and proclaimed his son William the Prince of Wales 3 The Queen s three younger children Anne Andrew and Edward published statements of their own 4 5 6 The King along with Princess Anne and Prince Edward paid tribute to their mother in the BBC One special programme A Tribute to Her Majesty The Queen 7 Four of the Queen s grandchildren Prince William Prince of Wales Harry Beatrice and Eugenie paid tribute to their grandmother via their own statements 8 9 10 Political editUnited Kingdom edit nbsp Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Liz Truss issued a statement regarding the Queen s death calling her the rock on which modern Britain was built 11 Former Prime Minister Sir John Major said For 70 years Her Majesty The Queen devoted her life to the service of our nation and its wellbeing In her public duties she was selfless and wise with a wonderful generosity of spirit That is how she lived and how she led For millions of people across the Commonwealth and the wider world she embodied the heart and soul of our nation and was admired and respected around the globe 12 Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair said We have lost not just our monarch but the matriarch of our nation the figure who more than any other brought our country together kept us in touch with our better nature personified everything which makes us proud to be British 13 Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown said The United Kingdom the Commonwealth and the entire world are joined together in mourning this evening HM Queen Elizabeth II served this country to the last I offer my sincere condolences to the Royal Family May she rest in peace 14 Former Prime Minister David Cameron said At this solemn and profoundly sad time for our country the Commonwealth and the world I offer His Majesty The King and the whole Royal Family my heartfelt condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II 15 Former Prime Minister Theresa May said the Queen was the most impressive head of state that she had met during her time in office 16 17 She also issued a statement in which she said Her Majesty witnessed tremendous change moving adroitly with the times but always providing stability and reassurance She was our constant throughout this great Elizabethan era It was the honour of my life to serve her as prime minister Our thoughts and prayers now are with her family God Save The King 18 Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson said This is our country s saddest day In the hearts of every one of us there is an ache at the passing of our Queen a deep and personal sense of loss far more intense perhaps than we expected As is so natural with human beings it is only when we face the reality of our loss that we truly understand what has gone Though our voices may still be choked with sadness we can say with confidence the words not heard in this country for more than seven decades God Save The King 19 Devolved governments edit nbsp Statement made by the First Minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon from Bute House in tribute to Her Majesty The Queen 8 September nbsp Scotland s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tweeted The death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth is a profoundly sad moment for the UK the Commonwealth and the world Her life was one of extraordinary dedication and service On behalf of the people of Scotland I convey my deepest condolences to The King and the Royal Family 20 Former First Minister of Scotland and Alba Party leader Alex Salmond released a statement on the party s website paying tribute to the Queen calling her passing a great moment of sadness for her family and for people around the world 21 Scottish Alba Party General Secretary Chris McEleny said there was no place for King Charles in an independent Scotland after the end of the Queen s reign 22 nbsp First Minister of Wales Mark Drakeford said that it was incredibly sad to hear of the passing of the Queen and On behalf of the people of Wales I offer our deepest condolences to Her Majesty s family during this sad time In a statement Drakeford added Her Majesty has reigned over the United Kingdom and Commonwealth firmly upholding the values and traditions of the British Monarchy 23 nbsp Northern Ireland First Minister designate Michelle O Neill said Personally I am grateful for Queen Elizabeth s significant contribution and determined efforts to advancing peace and reconciliation between our two islands Throughout the peace process she led by example in building relationships with those of us who are Irish and who share a different political allegiance and aspirations to herself and her government 24 Leader of the Democratic Unionist Party Jeffrey Donaldson said This is just the saddest news and our hearts are breaking Her Majesty The Queen was a wonderful lady and I had the privilege of meeting her many times including here at Hillsborough Castle People right across Northern Ireland tonight will be deeply sorrowful for the loss of this marvellous wonderful Queen There is no doubt Her Majesty The Queen played a very important role in helping to build reconciliation Her visit to Dublin was a cathartic moment in the history of British Irish relations 25 Crown dependencies edit nbsp Chief Minister of the Isle of Man Alfred Cannan has paid tribute We are all deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen Throughout her long reign The Queen our Lord of Mann has been a beacon of strength and stability of dependability and continuity She led a life dedicated to the service of her people setting an example for us all On behalf of the Government and people of the Isle of Man I extend my sincerest condolences to the Royal Family at this sad time 26 nbsp Lieutenant Governor of Guernsey Richard Cripwell said I served Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the Army for more than 40 years and it has been my honour and privilege to be Her personal representative in the Bailiwick since February 2022 It was my most sad and solemn duty to receive official notification of the passing of Her Majesty and to convey it to others in the Bailiwick Even in this time of great sadness I know that everyone in the Bailiwick will always remember Her Majesty s exceptional devotion to Her people Her extraordinary service to those She represented and Her love of these Islands 27 Bailiff of Guernsey Richard McMahon also said Like others across the Bailiwick and throughout the world I feel a profound sense of loss Her Majesty offered an example to us all in her enduringly strong sense of duty and public service She was an important figurehead for the UK for the Bailiwick of Guernsey and for many other parts of the world throughout her reign On behalf of the people of Guernsey I have asked His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor to send the Bailiwick s official condolence message to Buckingham Palace 27 President of the Policy and Resources Committee of Guernsey Deputy Peter Ferbrache also said Like many in our community for as long as I can remember Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was the sovereign As the longest reigning monarch in British history she represented continuity constancy and commitment to people in the Bailiwick and around the globe It is sad strange and unsettling to hear that Her Majesty is now lost to us 27 nbsp Bailiff and Acting Lieutenant Governor of Jersey Sir Timothy Le Cocq issued the following statement I know that islanders will be deeply saddened as am I at the news from Buckingham Palace of the death of Her Majesty the Queen It is almost impossible to overstate her importance in the life of the nation and all her dominions in the 70 years of Her reign She has been an example of duty discharged and promises kept and she has worked tirelessly over the decades for the wellbeing of all her peoples and of the Commonwealth There will be time in the days and weeks to come to reflect on all of that but today we can only feel the sadness of the loss of a person who has been a constant presence in our lives and who is held in this island in such great esteem and affection We should also remember that this is also a private time of grief for the Royal Family and our thoughts and prayers are with them now as they come to terms with the loss of a mother and grandmother 28 Overseas territories edit nbsp Edward David Burt Premier of Bermuda said The recognition of her longevity and the significance of her service affords this consequential reign a unique place in history Beyond the role which the Queen fulfilled for these 70 years within the UK and the Commonwealth she was a mother grandmother and great grandmother and her family is now mourning that loss On behalf of the Government and people of Bermuda I express sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom 29 nbsp John Rankin Governor of the Virgin Islands said in a speech I know the people of the British Virgin Islands will be deeply saddened by this news and will join me in a period of mourning for Her Majesty The Queen Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this difficult time 30 nbsp Martyn Roper Governor of the Cayman Islands said She has been an inspirational role model and given outstanding service throughout our lives She is the only Monarch that very many of us have ever known Her loss will be keenly felt She is unlike any other Monarch in history 31 A period of 10 day was designated for national mourning with the funeral to be a public holiday Flags for most part were told to be flown at half mast 32 nbsp Sir David Steel Governor of Gibraltar issued a statement Across the world not just within every nation of the Commonwealth people will mourn her passing She has been a beacon of fortitude hope and kindness Despite our great sadness we can reflect on how blessed we have been to live during the time of a monarch who has cared deeply for everyone collectively and individually who has shown amazing courage at the darkest of times and who has instilled in all of us hope for the future 33 Chief Minister of Gibraltar Fabian Picardo remarked The People of Gibraltar will mourn Her Majesty as a monarch who has reigned wisely and with incomparable dedication throughout the period of our post war emergence as a part of the British family of nations 34 nbsp Roger Spink Chair of the Legislative Assembly of the Falkland Islands expressed On behalf of the people of the Falkland Islands we wish to express our heartfelt sympathies to the Royal family at this sorrowful time We have a deep and lasting affection for Her Majesty The Queen who on her twenty first birthday declared that my whole life whether it be long or short shall be devoted to your service Her Majesty did devote her life to the service of her country and the Falkland Islands were devoted to The Queen engaging with many of her celebrations 35 nbsp Easton Taylor Farrell Premier of Montserrat said We are all deeply saddened to learn of the Queen s passing During her seventy year reign as Queen of the Commonwealth Her Majesty has been a source of strength and inspiration to all within her realms Today is indeed a sad day for all of us as we mourn her passing 36 nbsp Nigel Dakin Governor of the Turks and Caicos Islands said Her late Majesty epitomised the notion of service It is hard for me to express my own personal sorrow at her passing let alone capture properly the thoughts of the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands but I can try She was a truly great Monarch the longest serving we have ever had 37 Australia edit Federal edit nbsp Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese looking at floral tributes left in Green Park London nbsp In an address to the nation Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said that the Queen s death was a deep loss for Australians He recalled Queen Elizabeth II as a person who went through a lot of noise and turbulence but still showed modesty and eternal calm 38 He also described the monarch as a rare and reassuring constant amidst rapid change and said that her dedication to duty and service over self were the hallmarks of her reign 39 Flags were flown at half mast across the country 40 As the long running republican debate was revived by some politicians within hours of the death being announced Albanese told Radio National today s not the day for politics 41 On 11 September the Prime Minister declared a one off national public holiday for Thursday 22 September to allow people to pay their respects for the passing of Queen Elizabeth 42 Protests to abolish the monarchy were held in several capital cities on that holiday 43 Governor General David Hurley said When I reflect on my own memories she was my Queen for my whole life I think of Her Majesty s dignity and her compassion Her dedication and tireless work ethic And her selflessness and unwavering commitment to the people that she served To us Her death will sadden all Australians and will be felt around the world 44 Former Prime Minister Paul Keating said She was an exemplar of public leadership married for a lifetime to political restraint remaining always the constitutional monarch Her exceptionally long dedicated reign is unlikely to be repeated not only in Britain but in the world generally With her passing her example of public service remains with us as a lesson in dedication to a lifelong mission in what she saw as the value of what is both enduringly good and right 45 Former Prime Minister John Howard said Whatever our views are about constitutional arrangements and everybody knows mine should take pause to honour this incredible life my own dealings with her are ones that I remember with great affection She had a great sense of humour 46 Former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd posted a tribute to the Queen in a Facebook post saying For most of us the Queen s presence has been a constant fixture in our lives She will be remembered not only for the longevity of her reign but also for her steadfastness her sense of duty and her devotion to family whether republicans or monarchists Australians will be deeply affected by this news 47 non primary source needed Former Prime Minister Julia Gillard said The Queen has been a powerful presence for as long as many of us can remember She was a remarkable role model responsibility for service thrust onto her as a young woman and taken up with grace devotion and dignity during her reign The Queen will be remembered as a monarch who witnessed and influenced the trajectory of modern history 48 Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott said Probably not a single death in human history will be as widely felt as that of Queen Elizabeth II almost no one alive today can remember a world without the Queen That s why her passing will leave billions of people feeling numb certainly all those in the English speaking countries and the wider Commonwealth for whom the monarchy matters most 49 Former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull said Today we are united in grief as we mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth Her long life of service inspired the whole world and was a calm and gracious presence through seven decades of turbulence and change Farewell Your Majesty Rest In Peace 50 Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison posted a tribute to the Queen in a Facebook post saying The passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II brings to a close an extraordinary and historic reign of grace strength dignity and duty Her Majesty was the rock of the Commonwealth and for so many a rock in their own lives whose constancy enabled them to carry on Over the course of her long reign she lived with a deep passion warmth interest and kind fondness to all of the nations and peoples she served as our Majesty and who had the great fortune to call her their Queen especially Australia 51 non primary source needed Former Treasurer Josh Frydenberg tweeted Deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II A remarkable individual whose life epitomised dignity grace and service beyond self Her very presence provided stability and strength It is the end of an era but the Queen s life will always be admired and never forgotten 52 Opposition Leader Peter Dutton said Never in modern history has there been a more dignified monarch a more dutiful leader or a more decent human than Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II An extraordinary life which touched so many has sadly come to an end 53 non primary source needed Australian Greens leader and federal MP Adam Bandt along with Australian Senator Mehreen Faruqi expressed sympathy for those mourning the Queen s death however called for Australia to become a republic Faruqi criticised the Queen saying she led a racist empire which in turn received heavy backlash 41 54 States and territories edit State and territory leaders governors and administrators have released tributes to the Queen through media releases nbsp New South Wales Premier Governor Archived 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine nbsp Victoria Premier Governor Archived 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine nbsp Queensland Premier Governor nbsp Western Australian Premier Archived 10 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine Governor nbsp South Australia Premier Governor nbsp Tasmania Premier Governor nbsp ACT Chief Minister Governor General nbsp Northern Territory Chief Minister Administrator nbsp nbsp Australian Indian Ocean Territories Administrator nbsp Norfolk Island Administrator Canada edit nbsp Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a statement on Twitter offering his condolences for the Queen s death He later made additional comments at a cabinet retreat in Vancouver stating that she had been one of his favourite people and that all of Canada was in mourning 55 56 Governor General of Canada Mary Simon wrote Her Majesty The Queen was in equal measures compassionate dedicated humble engaged and wise She believed in service to her people above all and inspired so many with her dedication to the Crown For many of us we have only ever known one Queen Her Majesty s warm welcome when we spent time with her earlier this year was a profound moment in our lives and a memory we will cherish forever 57 Leader of the Official Opposition Candice Bergen issued a statement on Twitter and the Conservative Party s website sharing her condolences with the Queen s family and wishing King Charles III a long reign As a proud Commonwealth country we grieve with unspeakable sadness the loss of our longest reigning monarch Her Majesty s sense of duty to Canada was both deeply held and demonstrated in her actions As Queen of Canada she was not only a witness to our historical evolution as a modern confident and self assured nation she was an active participant 58 19 September the date of the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II was a national holiday and national day of mourning in Canada as announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau coinciding with the national holiday declared in the United Kingdom 59 60 Provinces edit nbsp Alberta Lt Gov Premier and Speaker nbsp British Columbia Lt Gov Premier nbsp Manitoba Lt Gov Premier nbsp New Brunswick Lt Gov Premier nbsp Newfoundland and Labrador Lt Gov Premier nbsp Nova Scotia Lt Gov Premier nbsp Ontario Lt Gov Premier nbsp Prince Edward Island Lt Gov Premier nbsp Quebec Lt Gov Leaders nbsp Saskatchewan Lt Gov Premier Territories edit nbsp NWT Premier nbsp Nunavut Premier nbsp Yukon Commissioner Premier New Zealand edit nbsp New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was saddened upon learning Queen Elizabeth s death According to her Young or old there is no doubt that this is a closing chapter We thank you for this amazing woman who we are lucky enough to call Queen She s been amazing 38 In addition Ardern acknowledged the Queen as extraordinary an incredible woman and a constant in our lives 61 I know that I speak for people across New Zealand in offering our deepest sympathy to members of the Royal Family at the passing of the Queen To us she was a much admired and respected monarch to them she was a mother and grandmother Ardern said 62 When asked if the death would rise to a debate on Republicanism Ardern replied that it was not on the agenda anytime soon but believed it to be where New Zealand would head in time 63 Governor General of New Zealand Dame Cindy Kiro said For most New Zealanders Queen Elizabeth has really been a constant in our lives She s provided a sense of continuity and stability for us Kiro said she was a real symbol of dedication for service after serving for more than 70 years I think New Zealanders will remember her for her service she worked right up till her death at 96 years old which is a reflection of her commitment Dame Cindy said she was so pleased she got to meet the Queen via Zoom and twice in person and was able to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee 64 Opposition leader Christopher Luxon described the Queen s death as a tragedy and shared childhood memories of meeting the Queen during an official visit she made to New Zealand 65 He subsequently stated The strength and stability of Her Majesty s leadership of the Commonwealth was a reassuring anchor for New Zealand and New Zealanders in uncertain and changing times Through both the tumultuous and the good her dedicated service embodied the values of duty commitment and strength 66 Luxon also expressed optimism at the prospect of Charles III s reign and cast doubt over the Queen s death accelerating the cause for republicanism in New Zealand in the immediate future arguing I think the reality is people are quite satisfied with our constitutional arrangements now as I am too 67 Former deputy Prime Minister Don McKinnon told Radio New Zealand there was a possibility that a republican movement could build up quite a head of steam now 68 Co leader Marama Davidson Green Party released a statement on behalf of the Green Party sending condolences to the Royal Family She said that there is no doubt Queen Elizabeth II cared deeply about Aotearoa New Zealand Her support during history making events such as the Christchurch earthquakes would have been of great comfort to many 69 She added that although the Queen herself said it was up to the people of the Commonwealth to define the relationship between the British monarchy That is a question for another day The New Zealand Government declared a public holiday for 26 September to mourn the death of the Queen 70 Nations in free association with New Zealand edit The Cook Islands and Niue are de facto independent countries but de jure part of the Realm of New Zealand and the monarch of New Zealand is also the head of state of both nations nbsp Premier of the Cook Islands Mark Brown said I share with all of our people the deep admiration and respect that we held for our Queen Her Majesty leaves behind an enormous legacy of dedicated service to her subjects including ourselves around the world All flags in the country will be flown at half mast until further notice A memorial service will be held for Her Majesty Describing her as a truly towering figure in the world he noted the enormous social change she had witnessed and added She endured and provided the strength and constancy for her people at home and in the Commonwealth 71 nbsp Premier of Niue Dalton Tagelagi expressed his sadness on the passing of a most extraordinary woman praising her faithfulness to her duties and dedication to her people 72 Bahamas edit nbsp Bahamas Governor General Cornelius A Smith expressed deep sadness on learning of the Queen s death He recalled Her Majesty s several visits to The Bahamas at which time she was joyfully received by our people He invited all Bahamians to join in prayer for the repose of the soul of Her Majesty and for the bereaved members of the Royal Family 73 Former Governor General Sir Arthur Foulkes said She was a towering figure on the world stage and was greatly admired for her unswerving dedication to duty over many decades Those of us who had the privilege of meeting her also experienced first hand the disarming graciousness empathy and sense of humor She leaves a huge void on the international stage that will not be easily filled 74 Former Governor General Dame Marguerite Pindling said I cannot say it enough what a delightful lady she was I don t know how the Commonwealth will manage It won t be the same now that she s left us 74 75 nbsp Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis sent condolences to the Royal Family on behalf of himself and the people of the Bahamas He ordered the flag to be flown at half staff 76 Former Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham said he was amazed by the Queen s incomparable memory I have many very fond memories of interacting with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as one of her Commonwealth prime ministers during my terms in office I was surprised and honored when I was invited to become a member of Her Majesty s Privy Council just one year past my first anniversary of becoming prime minister and to attend a formal meeting of the Privy Council presided over by Her Majesty on 27th October 1993 And I recall having been honored to be invited to sit at her dinner table on a number of occasions during Commonwealth Heads of Government Meetings I was always amazed by two things firstly how normal and regular an individual she was in person and secondly her incomparable memory that permitted her to speak with personal recollection of matters personal to whomever she was speaking She certainly had a storage of information on The Bahamas he said Ingraham noted that the Queen s last visit to The Bahamas was in 1994 when he served as prime minister She was always warmly welcomed by the Bahamian people even as increasing numbers in more recent time began to harbor republican tendencies he said He said I am grateful for Her Majesty s long commitment to the Commonwealth and pray God s mercy on her soul May she rest in peace 74 77 Former Prime Minister Perry Christie said that the Queen s unswerving fidelity to duty and to service over the course of seven decades was unsurpassed and is likely to remain so Speaking for myself personally it was a pleasure to have been afforded the opportunity to serve non consecutive terms as first minister of Her Majesty s constitutional government here in The Bahamas he said 74 78 Former Prime Minister Hubert Minnis said the Queen s life was marked by her strong sense of duty to all of her realms I always admired Her Majesty s deep engagement with the Commonwealth working toward expanding the sense of unity among diverse cultures from around the world he said 74 78 Leader of the Opposition Michael Pintard said It is with heartfelt regret that we extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family upon the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II He added She reigned with grace and dignity 74 Papua New Guinea edit nbsp Papua New Guinea Governor General Sir Bob Dadae said it is with a heavy heart that we have received news of the passing of our beloved Queen and Head of State He said that the Queen played a pivotal role in unifying our country of a thousand tribes and peoples as one nation We thank you Your Majesty for your service to our country as our Queen and Head of State Farewell our beloved Misis Kwin he said 79 nbsp Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape said the Papua New Guineans from the mountains valleys and coasts rose up this morning to the news that our Queen has been taken to rest by God We fondly call her Mama Queen because she was the matriarch of our country as much as she was to her family and her Sovereign realms He said the Queen was the anchor of our Commonwealth 80 81 Former Prime Minister Sir Julius Chan said that he was very saddened to learn of the death of the Queen This is indeed the end of an era an era that will surely be known as the second Elizabethan Era he said He said that the Queen presided over a tumultuous and quickly evolving period in history and she did so with grace and dignity 82 Former Prime Minister Peter O Neill said that the Queen was a very knowledgeable and engaging woman who had an excellent understanding of PNG And she had a great sense of her role and carried her responsibilities selflessly for seven decades right to the very end Our Queen of seventy years has died and we all feel her passing dearly he said He said Her Majesty was an inspirational leader and a constant beacon of certainty and support for all in her Commonwealth and for indeed the whole world 83 Commissioner of Police David Manning said that the Queen has been a constant presence and beacon of hope for Papua New Guinea as it took its first step as an independent nation 47 years ago He said that 25 members of the Royal Papua and New Guinea Constabulary represented the territories and attended the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Her Majesty was the longest serving monarch and has been an integral part of Papua New Guinea and the Constabulary s growth and development over the last 47 years he added 84 85 Other Commonwealth realms edit nbsp Antigua and Barbuda Governor General Prime Minister Gaston Browne offered his condolences saying Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has had an impactful reign during which her relations with my State and its people have remained mutually respectful and unchanging 86 Shortly after confirming Charles s status as King of the country on 10 September Browne a supporter of republicanism stated that he planned to hold a referendum on converting the country into a republic 87 nbsp Belize Governor General Prime Minister John Briceno expressed his condolences noting that Elizabeth II was the only sovereign Belize had ever had and saying that her seven decades as Queen and Head of the Commonwealth can best be described as remarkable in the midst of these turbulent times 88 89 National mourning was declared from 8 September until 18 September with flags ordered to be flown at half staff 90 nbsp Dame Cecile La Grenade signing the book of condolence nbsp Grenada Governor General permanent dead link Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell expressed his condolences saying As Head of the Commonwealth Her Majesty s steady leadership helped to unite people and countries from around the globe in a common cause and for this Queen Elizabeth II will always be remembered 91 92 nbsp Jamaica Governor General Archived 20 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine Prime Minister Andrew Holness described the Queen as a close friend of Jamaica and expressed his condolences 34 Flags were ordered to be flown at half mast for 11 days beginning 8 September with a national mourning day declared for 18 September 93 Former Prime Minister PJ Patterson said that the death of the Queen is a monumental loss hailing her total dedication to duty and strength of spirit 94 Leader of the Opposition Mark Golding described the Queen as a much respected and loved lady and for many all around the globe she has been a symbol of decency stability and continuity throughout our lives 95 Jamaican MP Mikael Phillips stated his desire that the end of the Queen s reign would hasten Jamaica s transition to a republic 96 nbsp Saint Kitts and Nevis Governor General Prime Minister Terrance Drew offered his condolences 97 98 Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley stated I believe that the world has lost an iconic figure not because of her age or longevity as Monarch but because she has inspired generations throughout the United Kingdom The Commonwealth and the wider world through her grace and dignity 99 The Saint Kitts and Nevis Labour Party in government at the time issued a statement saying that Queen Elizabeth II was a global matriarch revered for her dedication humanitarian efforts sovereignty and enormous contributions not just within the Caribbean but worldwide 100 nbsp Saint Lucia The Acting Governor General declared a 10 day period of national mourning until 19 September 101 Statement Prime Minister Archived 20 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine In response to the Queen s death former Prime Minister of Saint Lucia and sitting opposition leader Allen Chastanet expressed his condolences 102 but also told Reuters that he certainly at this point would support becoming a republic 103 nbsp Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Governor General Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves declared a period of mourning for the Queen describing her as a woman of dignity a head of state who kept stability for the British in the United Kingdom and who as head of the Commonwealth particularly made important contributions towards the advancement of democracy and decolonization of former British colonies 104 A period of national mourning was declared 105 nbsp Solomon Islands The government of Solomon Islands declared 12 September to be a public holiday and announced a period of 3 days mourning 12 14 September 106 107 Acting Governor General Patteson Oti representing Governor General Sir David Vunagi said Solomon Islands as the realm and a member of the Commonwealth must therefore joined sic the Royal Family and the people of the world in mourning the loss of Her Majesty The Queen On behalf of the Government and people of Solomon Islands I humbly take this opportunity to express to members of the Royal Family God s gracious mercy comfort strength and love through the recent time of mourning Let the soul of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The Queen of Solomon Islands rest in peace 108 Prime Minister nbsp Tuvalu Acting Prime Minister Archived 23 September 2022 at the Wayback Machine The Ministry of Justice and Foreign Affairs wrote on Twitter that The Ministry mourns the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Through 70 years of dedicated service the Queen provided stability in a consistently changing world and deepest condolences are extended to the family and loved ones of the Queen in this time of loss 109 Other Commonwealth countries edit nbsp Bangladesh The government of Bangladesh declared three days of state mourning from 9 to 11 September 2022 to mark the death of British Queen Elizabeth II a true friend of Bangladesh according to a gazette published by the cabinet office 110 111 The national flag was lowered to half mast at all government semi government autonomous educational institutions and Bangladeshi missions abroad 111 President Mohammad Abdul Hamid sent a condolence message to King Charles III where he stated It is with the deepest of sorrow and heaviest of heart that I extend my sincerest condolences and sympathies at the sad demise of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II the second longest reigning monarch in the world In the message dated 8 September 2022 he recalled her contribution and dedication for the United Kingdom and Commonwealth and added May the Almighty bless Her Majesty s departed soul with eternal peace and salvation and grant courage and fortitude to the members of the Royal family and the grieving people of the United Kingdom to bear this devastating loss 112 Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wazed sent a long condolence letter to her British counterpart Liz Truss where Sheikh Hasina sent condolences to the British royal family and the British people on behalf of the Bangladeshi people On that letter she said As the most legendary and longest reigning Monarch in the world s contemporary history Her Majesty set the highest standards of duty service and sacrifice and left an unmatchable legacy of dedication to her countless people around the world She recalled the Queen s two royal visits to modern day Bangladesh the Queen s interactions with Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in Ottawa and Kingston and recalled interactions between the Queen and herself and their last interaction at 2018 CHoGM Sheikh Hasina mentioned that the Queen s most passionate message of felicitation extended to the people of Bangladesh on the Golden Jubilee of Bangladesh s independence where she wrote We share ties of friendship and affection which remain the foundation of our partnership and are as important today as fifty years ago Later in the letter she also added I personally have not only lost a most trusted friend but also a true guardian The Bangladeshi Prime Minister described Queen Elizabeth II as the pillar and strength of the 2 5 billion Commonwealth people 113 114 115 116 Shortly after the announcement from Buckingham Palace the Minister of Foreign Affairs Abul Kalam Abdul Momen expressed shock and sadness over her demise He said A legend passed away She left a legacy incomparable in human history and lived with honour grace and dignity We are deeply shocked He also recalled his meeting with the Queen twice once in 1961 when he was a schoolboy and the Queen visited the then East Pakistan and again when she paid a visit to the United Nations in 2010 117 nbsp Barbados President of Barbados Sandra Mason expressed her condolences Noting that Barbados had removed Elizabeth II as its queen less than a year prior upon becoming a parliamentary republic making Mason the country s first president she stated Significant as that decision was given the place Barbados has held in the British Empire for centuries it did not in the least diminish the friendship between our two nations or indeed with Buckingham Palace She said that the Queen will always hold a special place in our hearts and we in Barbados will always treasure the memories of her visits to the island 118 nbsp Cyprus President of the Republic of Cyprus Nicos Anastasiades tweeted We offer our most sincere condolences for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II At these difficult times our thoughts are with the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom 119 non primary source needed 120 nbsp Dominica Prime Minister of Dominica Roosevelt Skerrit expressed condolences on behalf of the government and people of Dominica via Twitter 121 The government of Dominica where Elizabeth II had been queen until 1978 declared a two day period of national mourning 122 nbsp Fiji Prime Minister of Fiji Frank Bainimarama said that We will always appreciate it when she is happy to have a working visit to Fiji Every moment is a blessing her courage and wise attitude have made people comfortable and inspired even worldly 38 He added Fijian hearts are heavy this morning as we bid farewell to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 123 Elizabeth II was Queen of Fiji from 1970 to 1987 Former Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka said that the people of Fiji join the people of the United Kingdom and the international community of nations in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II He also added that he had formally apologised to Elizabeth II in 1997 at Windsor Castle for the 1987 Fijian coups d etat during which he proclaimed Fiji a republic 124 President of Fiji Williame Katonivere acknowledged the death of Elizabeth II adding that every Fijian has in one way or another have seen a picture video or heard about Queen Elizabeth given Fiji s prior connection to Britain 125 nbsp Gabon President of Gabon Ali Bongo Ondimba sent his sincere condolences to King Charles III and his family via Twitter He praised a great friend of Africa adding Tonight the Commonwealth family mourns Queen Elizabeth II 126 nbsp The Gambia President of the Gambia Adama Barrow dispatched a letter of condolence to King Charles III saying On behalf of the Government the People of The Gambia and on his own behalf the President expressed grief and extended heartfelt condolences to His Majesty the Royal family and the entire people of Great Britain The President prayed for Allah to bestow mercy on Her Majesty s soul and grant the Royal family the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth family the fortitude to bear this great loss 127 nbsp Ghana President of Ghana Nana Akufo Addo said his thoughts and the thoughts of all Ghanaians at home and abroad are with Queen Elizabeth II and announced that Ghanaian flags would be flown at half mast for seven days Statements were also released by former presidents John Mahama and John Kufuor 128 nbsp Guyana President of Guyana Irfaan Ali in a statement expressed profound and deepest sorrow at the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The president further noted that the passing of the Queen marks the end of an era in the history of the British Monarchy the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations and that her visits to Guyana are recalled with great fondness The statement ended by noting that the thoughts of all Guyana are with the members of the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom We join in heralding the life of the longest serving British Monarch and mourn her passing 129 The day of the funeral on 19 September was declared a day of national mourning 130 nbsp India The Government of India declared a day of national mourning on 11 September as a mark of respect to the Queen and ordered flags to be flown at half mast throughout the country 131 President Droupadi Murmu expressed her heartfelt condolences and said that the world has lost a great personality who steered her country and people for over 7 decades 132 Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said that the Queen leaves behind a rich legacy of inspired leadership dignity and graceful magnanimity and her long reign oversaw the transformation of her country in many ways 133 Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that he was pained by the Queen s death and said that she will be remembered as a stalwart of our times He said I had memorable meetings with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during my UK visits in 2015 and 2018 I will never forget her warmth and kindness During one of the meetings she showed me the handkerchief Mahatma Gandhi gifted her on her wedding I will always cherish that gesture 134 Modi expressed his heartfelt condolences in a call with British Prime Minister Liz Truss which he said were on behalf of 1 3 billion Indians 135 Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal expressed his condolences and said that the Queen was a true friend of India She was known to be a very sensitive person very human in her outlook and clearly a woman of substance he said 136 137 President of the Indian National Congress Sonia Gandhi said that the Queen was a great and much loved figure of our times whose passing is an occasion to remember her warm association with our country cherished by her and by us She said that her many visits to India both symbolised and cemented the close relationship between our two countries and India s association with Queen Elizabeth II will abide in history 138 Senior Congress politician Rahul Gandhi expressed his condolences and said that the Queen had a long and glorious reign serving her country with utmost commitment and dignity 139 Chief Ministers Himanta Biswa Sarma of Assam 140 non primary source needed Arvind Kejriwal of Delhi 141 Conrad Sangma of Meghalaya 142 non primary source needed Ashok Gehlot of Rajasthan 143 non primary source needed M K Stalin of Tamil Nadu 144 and Mamata Banerjee of West Bengal also expressed their condolences 145 nbsp Kenya In a statement on the website of the President of Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta remarked Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a towering icon of selfless service to humanity and a key figurehead of not only the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations where Kenya is a distinguished member but the entire world 146 resident elect William Ruto said The queen s leadership of the Commonwealth for the past seven decades is admirable and She steered the institution s evolution into a forum for effective multilateral engagement whose potential to drive tremendous socioeconomic progress remain incontestable 34 F our days of mourning were declared with the flag to be flown at half mast 147 In an article on Britain s former colonies The Associated Press noted how this drew anger from some ordinary people who beyond official condolences held some bitterness about the past in regards to the harsh British resistance of the Mau Mau rebellion that continued into Elizabeth s reign 148 Readers were also reminded that the then president s father and former president himself Jomo Kenyatta was imprisoned for his role in organising the rebellion throughout the Queen s reign over Kenya 148 nbsp Malawi Ten days of national mourning were declared with flags to be flown at half mast 149 Malawian President Lazarus Chakwera said on Facebook that we mourn the passing of a great monarch and expressed his deepest condolences noting that Queen Elizabeth was the Queen of Malawi from 1964 to 1966 He added that For us as a nation her inimitable legacy as friend of Malawi will forever be etched in our hearts and indelibly marked in the pages of our history 126 nbsp Malaysia Prime Minister of Malaysia Ismail Sabri Yaakob offered his deepest condolences over the passing the Queen on behalf of the Government in a Facebook post Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved people of the United Kingdom during this time of mourning and sorrow May Her Majesty s soul rest in peace 150 non primary source needed The Prime Minister also signed a book of condolences at the British High Commission 151 Minister of Foreign Affairs Saifuddin Abdullah also conveyed Malaysia s condolences over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Malaysia extends its sincere condolences to the monarch s family the people and the government of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II he said in a Facebook post 152 Former Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad paid tribute to the late Queen on his Twitter describing her as a good example of a constitutional monarch He also remarked that the Queen s passing was unexpected to him as s he was only one year younger than me Her passing away is a loss not just to the British but to people who believe in the rule of law 153 Leader of the Opposition Anwar Ibrahim conveyed his condolences to the British Royal Family and signed the book of condolences at the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur He stated that Her Majesty inspired throughout her lifetime of service Her life and legacy will be fondly remembered by many around the world 154 nbsp Chief Minister of Penang Chow Kon Yeow expressed his condolences on behalf of Penang in a Facebook post stating that The Queen s steadfast devotion throughout her life long service to the Crown her country her people and the citizens of the Commonwealth of Nations may never be matched 155 non primary source needed Chow also said like many others in his generation he grew up not knowing any other ruling British monarch apart from the Queen and acknowledged that George Town was granted city status by the Queen in January 1957 156 The Yang di Pertuan Negeri of Penang also ordered the state flag to be flown at half mast for 3 days from 17 September until the day of the funeral on 19 September 157 nbsp Menteri Besar of Pahang Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail conveyed his condolences to the British Royal Family and the British people on Facebook stating that he was deeply saddened by the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II the world s longest serving Head of State and one of the most respected personalities worldwide 158 non primary source needed nbsp Malta The day of the funeral was declared a day of national mourning 159 nbsp Mozambique President of Mozambique Filipe Nyusi released a statement on Facebook stating It was with deep regret that I learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Your loyalty and sense of mission to your country and the world is admirable Queen Elizabeth II personified an understated vigor and the world was fortunate to witness it for decades On behalf of the Mozambican people the Government and myself I convey our heartfelt condolences to His Majesty King Charles III the family people and Government of the United Kingdom 160 non primary source needed The Mozambican government has declared three days of national mourning from Saturday 17 to Monday 19 161 nbsp Nauru On Facebook the government released a statement declaring that the flag of Nauru would be flown at half mast and that president Lionel Aingimea had declared Monday 12 September a public holiday in remembrance of the Queen 162 non primary source needed nbsp Nigeria Muhammadu Buhari the President of Nigeria took to his official Twitter account to express his condolence on behalf of his family and 200 million Nigerians He stated that Elizabeth II was the only British Sovereign known to 90 percent of our population and said that the story of Nigeria will not be complete without a chapter on her 163 Former president Goodluck Jonathan expressed his condolences on his Twitter account 164 nbsp Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif the Prime Minister of Pakistan stated that he was deeply grieved and that the country joins the UK amp other Commonwealth nations in mourning her death 34 Arif Alvi the President of Pakistan expressed his sincere condolences to the royal family government and people of Britain in a post on social media 165 non primary source needed A day of mourning on 12 September 2022 was declared by the government of Pakistan with flag to be flown at half mast 70 nbsp Rwanda President of Rwanda and concurrent Commonwealth Chair in Office Paul Kagame stated I extend my condolences to his majesty the King her majesty the Queen Consort and the entire royal family as well as the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Kagame also said that the modern Commonwealth is the legacy that the Queen leaves after passing on at the age of 96 166 From 9 September the Rwandan flag was flown at half mast sign national mourning and is to be flown like that until after the funeral of the queen 167 nbsp Samoa The O le Ao o le Malo head of state Tuimalealiʻifano Vaʻaletoʻa Sualauvi II expressed on behalf of the government and the people of Samoa deepest condolences to His Majesty King Charles III for the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Afioga i le Ao Mamalu stated that Her Majesty s reign represented strength stability and inspired leadership and in a rapidly changing world and challenges Her Majesty s selfless service was a constant point of wisdom and courage for the people of Samoa Her Majesty will be warmly remembered for her dedication unwavering support and immeasurable contribution to the development and advancement of the people of Samoa the Pacific region and the Commonwealth family alike he continued The Head of State also extended Samoa s prayers of comfort to the Royal Family people and the Government of the United Kingdom during this time of sorrow 168 non primary source needed nbsp Seychelles Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II the President of Seychelles Wavel Ramkalawan paid a visit on 9 September 2022 to the British High Commission in Victoria where he paid his respects and signed the condolence book This was in the presence of the British High Commissioner for Seychelles Patrick Lynch The President was accompanied by Vice President Ahmed Afif and Designated Minister Jean Francois Ferrari who also paid their tribute by signing the condolence book The President also ordered flags in Seychelles to fly at half mast 169 170 nbsp Singapore Singaporean President Halimah Yacob extended a letter of condolences to King Charles III on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II and referring to the latter as a wellspring of strength and inspiration to the British people and to the Commonwealth 171 Former President Tony Tan also expressed his condolences 172 Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong expressed his condolences via his Facebook page to King Charles III and all other members of the Royal Family PM Liz Truss and the British people 173 non primary source needed 171 Deputy Prime Ministers Lawrence Wong and Heng Swee Keat and Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan Jin also expressed their condolences 172 The Singapore Parliament observed a minute of silence on 12 September 2022 and a tribute was led by Leader of the House Indranee Rajah and flags will fly at half mast on the day of the funeral 174 175 nbsp South Africa The President of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa issued a statement expressing his condolences stating that Her Majesty was an extraordinary and world renowned public figure who lived a remarkable life Her life and legacy will be fondly remembered by many around the world The Queen s commitment and dedication during her 70 years on the throne remains a noble and virtuous example to the entire world 176 177 nbsp Sri Lanka Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe expressed his condolences and labelled the queen as a symbol of stability and endurance National flags are to be flown at half mast and 19 September was declared as a day of mourning 178 nbsp Tanzania Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan said in a message of condolences via Twitter that she was deeply saddened by the death of Queen Elizabeth Additionally according to Hassan the whole world will remember the Queen as a pillar of strength of peace unity and stability 126 5 days in which flags were to be flown at half mast of mourning were declared 179 nbsp Togo President of Togo Faure Gnassingbe expressed on Twitter his heartfelt condolences to the British people and the great Commonwealth family The sadness at the passing of Queen Elizabeth II today goes beyond Great Britain and expands to the whole world as the late Queen was undoubtedly an universal figure of her country s influence and friendship towards peoples worldwide 128 nbsp Trinidad and Tobago Acting Prime Minister Colm Imbert representing Prime Minister Keith Rowley who was traveling outside of the country at the time said in Parliament that the Government and Trinidad amp Tobago s people joined the rest of the world in mourning the death of Her Royal Majesty He also extended sincerest condolences to King Charles III and her family As well as to the people of the United Kingdom who for more than two generations have known only one Sovereign their beloved Queen She was their one constant in a rapidly evolving world and many have never known a world without her 180 Flags were flown at half mast on 8 and 9 September and again on the day of the funeral 181 nbsp Zambia The office of the President of Zambia Hakainde Hichilema released a statement that says President Hichilema stands together with members of the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom and the entire Commonwealth and expresses his immense pride in Her Majesty s numerous accomplishments during her extraordinary life and reign spanning nearly 70 years The President notes that Her Majesty the Queen will be remembered for her devotion to public service her deep sense of duty to country and for her immeasurable contributions to the promotion of good governance human rights and the various charities and patronages to which she was associated Her Majesty oversaw seismic shifts in the global social cultural political and economic landscape during her unprecedented reign Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will forever remain an inspiration and a symbol of steadfast resolute and unwavering leadership not only to the people of Zambia but to all citizens of the Commonwealth and indeed of the world The President joins the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland the Commonwealth and indeed the world in mourning Her Majesty while his thoughts and prayers and those of the people of the Republic of Zambia go to the Royal family 182 The day of the funeral was declared a day of national mourning 183 Other countries edit Africa edit nbsp President of Algeria Abdelmadjid Tebboune released the following statement It is with great sadness and deep emotion that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Elizabeth II In this painful circumstance I present to you and to the royal family and to the British people on behalf of the Algerian people and government my sincere condolences and assure you of our deepest feelings of compassion and solidarity It is a painful ordeal to lose one of the foundations of the United Kingdom and one of the veteran leaders who dedicated her life to the service of her country We remember today her historical contributions and her pioneering initiatives with a view to guaranteeing peace stability progress and prosperity for the British people by adapting wisely and foresightedly to the political economic and social changes and mutations which have taken place on the international scene throughout her 70 years of reign Proud of the privileged relations it maintains with the United Kingdom of Great Britain Algeria wishes to underline the role of the deceased in the promotion of bilateral relations in consecration of the relations of friendship linking our two peoples and their common aspirations to further progress and prosperity With her demise Algeria loses one of its loyal friends in all the circumstances and stages it has gone through I reiterate my sincere condolences and my deep feelings of compassion as well as the support of the Algerian people in this painful ordeal which has bereaved the royal family and the friendly British people Please Your Majesty to accept the expression of my highest consideration and friendship 184 nbsp President Joao Lourenco and First Lady of Angola Ana Dias Lourenco visited the British embassy in Luanda and signed the book of condolences for the death of Queen Elizabeth II The President said the Queen s reign has forever marked the British people which it served contributing to its edification as a thriving nation whose process serves as a reference for all peoples globally In the book of condolences Joao Lourenco wrote that this fateful event leaves a huge void in the world and determines the end of the era of a monarch who stood out for her dynamism and firmness 185 nbsp President of Benin Patrice Talon tweeted A remarkable woman Queen Elizabeth II will forever remain a major figure in the political history of the world in our time To his family and to the people of the United Kingdom I want to say my pain and that of the people of Benin I express to them our compassion and our solidarity in these moments of great pain 186 nbsp President of Burundi Evariste Ndayishimiye tweeted I am deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Royal family and the friendly people of United Kingdom She has been an inspiration for generations around the world and will be remembered for her great leadership 187 nbsp President of Cabo Verde Jose Maria Neves stated in a letter to Buckingham Palace It was with great sadness and immense sadness that I received the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II She indelibly marks the history of the United Kingdom and the world for her example of perseverance and leadership throughout her 70 years of reign and for the constant progress of her people A true source of inspiration In this moment of pain the Head of State presents His Majesty in on behalf of the Cape Verdean people and on their own the deepest and most heartfelt condolences for this irreparable loss feelings extended to the British people 188 nbsp The President of the Central African Republic Faustin Archange Touadera said in a Twitter thread Today one of the most remarkable figures of the century has left us Queen Elizabeth II An example of a monarch who during her 70 years reign dedicated her life to the throne and her people An extraordinary legacy and a true inspiration to the world My heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family the entire British Nation and to all Commonwealth countries 189 nbsp The President of the Transitional Military Council of the Republic of Chad General Mahamat Deby said in a Twitter thread Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II which occurred this afternoon I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the British people and to all the peoples and governments of the Commonwealth of Nations I salute the memory of the British sovereign who was a planetary figure having served for seven decades a great country a great people and great causes Rest in peace 190 nbsp The President of the Comoros Azali Assoumani wrote a message of condolence posted on Facebook saying In this painful context he President Assoumani presents to His Majesty the King Charles IIII and through Him to the Royal family as well as to all British subjects his condolences and his deep compassion He joins forces with the international community to make a well deserved tribute to this international icon who devoted her entire reign to the service of her people with great dedication and a lot of humility and who also knew to win the friendship and trust of the whole international community 191 non primary source needed nbsp The President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo Felix Tshisekedi expressed his sadness on Twitter about the queen s death calling it an immense loss for the United Kingdom and for the world 192 nbsp The President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso said in a message to King Charles III posted on Instagram In this painful circumstance I extend to you on behalf of the Congolese People and Government as well as my own to yourself to the British People and to the entire bereaved family my deepest condolences 193 non primary source needed nbsp The President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guelleh tweeted It is with great sadness that we learnt the somber news of Queen Elizabeth II s passing On behalf of the entire Djiboutian Nation I send the royalfamily our most sincere condolences in these times of mourning as well as our deepest sympathies to the entire British public 194 nbsp President of Egypt Abdel Fattah el Sisi stated My condolences go out to the British Nation for the great loss and the full confidence in King Charles capacity to fill the void Queen Elizabeth II shall leave behind 195 nbsp The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Equatorial Guinea Simeon Oyono Esono Angue tweeted With deep regret we have learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II On behalf of the people and the government of Equatorial Guinea I express my deepest condolences to His Majesty King Charles to the rest of the Royal Family and to the people and government of the United Kingdom 196 nbsp The President of Eritrea Isaias Afwerki sent a message expressing his condolences to King Charles III and through him to the Government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland 197 nbsp The Prime Minister of Ethiopia Abiy Ahmed stated in a tweet On behalf of the Government and people of Ethiopia I extend deepest condolences to the British Royal Family the Government and the people of Great Britain on the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II 198 nbsp The Prime Minister of Guinea Bernard Goumou went to the British embassy in Conakry on 10 September 2022 and offered condolences on behalf of the head of state Interim President Mamady Doumbouya and also signed the book of condolences writing that the Queen was A personality of great determination and great convictions motivated by a sense of duty towards others 199 nbsp The President of Guinea Bissau Umaro Sissoco Embalo described the Queen as a majestic symbol of union respect and stability on social media 200 nbsp The President of Ivory Coast Alassane Ouattara said that he learned Queen Elizabeth II s death with deep emotion He also said I salute the memory of an exceptional stateswoman with great human qualities I send my most heartfelt condolences to King Charles III the Royal Family and the British people 201 nbsp The President of Liberia George Weah in a statement expressed sadness over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II The statement also says The President conveys his deepest sympathy to the governments and peoples of the UK and all nations of the commonwealth that have been immensely impacted by the Queen s death She reigned for 70 years and celebrated her 96th birth anniversary last April President Weah described the death of the Queen as a colossal loss to the world He said Liberia too has lost a friend who paid a historical visit to Monrovia in 1961 during the celebration of Liberia s independence Her entourage at the time which included her deceased husband Prince Phillip the Duke of Edinburgh received a momentous welcome President Weah said he shares in the grief of the British people having spent some of his careers as a professional soccer player in the country He also conveyed his condolences to the Royal family saying that he prays that they find solace in the Lord 202 nbsp The Prime Minister of Libya Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh tweeted Sincere condolences and sympathy to the British Royal Family and its people on the death of Queen Elizabeth II The Queen has always been a symbol of the unity of her country and the service of her people 203 In addition claimant to the office of Prime Minister of Libya Fathi Bashagha recognized by the Libyan House of Representatives tweeted On my behalf and on behalf of the Libyan government I extend my sincere condolences and sympathy to the United Kingdom and the British people on the death of Queen Elizabeth II 204 nbsp The President of Madagascar Andry Rajoelina tweeted During more than 70 years of reign Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has inspired many generations in her country and around the world The Malagasy people join me in expressing our deepest condolences to the British people and particularly to the Royal Family 205 nbsp The Ambassador of Mali in Brussels accredited to the United Kingdom El Hadji Alhousseini Traore expressed heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of United Kingdom on the death of QueenElizabeth calling her a sovereign always in communion with her people Major figure of our time 206 He also signed the condolence book at the Mission of the UK to the EU in Brussels 207 nbsp On 9 September 2022 Mohamed Ould Ghazouani President of Mauritania sent a message of condolences to King Charles III which read Majesty We learned with great sadness of the death of Queen Elizabeth II Queen of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland In this painful circumstance I would like to express on my behalf and behalf of the Mauritanian government and people to your Majesty the entire royal family and the friendly British people our sincere condolences and our compassion Throughout her life Queen Elizabeth II worked with her usual wisdom to consolidate the values of tolerance and understanding between people Please accept Your Majesty the assurances of my highest consideration 208 nbsp The President of Niger Mohamed Bazoum tweeted The death of Queen Elizabeth II is a great loss for the United Kingdom and the whole world History will remember her as a courageous lucid queen steeped in the values of humanism My heartfelt condolences to his family and to the English people 209 nbsp Although Sao Tome and Principe does not maintain an embassy in the United Kingdom on its Facebook page the Casa de Sao Tome e Principe no Reino Unido based in London a non profit organization which offers many of the services an embassy would provide to the citizens of Sao Tome e Principe living and working in the United Kingdom and aims to foster closer ties between the two countries expressed its heartfelt condolences to the British Royal Family the British people and to the Commonwealth on the death of Queen Elizabeth II 210 non primary source needed nbsp The President of Senegal Macky Sall offered his heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Britain He saluted Queen Elizabeth whom he referred to as illustrious and had an exceptional career 211 nbsp President of Somalia Hassan Sheikh Mohamud tweeted I pass my deepest condolences amp that of my nation to the government people amp Royal family of the UK on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The Queen represented her nation amp citizens with great honour amp dignity at home amp on the world stage throughout her reign 212 nbsp President of Somaliland Muse Bihi Abdi expressed his condolences saying that the Queen s dedication to public service and unwavering leadership will inspire many generations to come 213 nbsp The embassy of South Sudan in the United Kingdom posted a statement offering condolences on behalf of the Government and people of the RSS 214 nbsp The Twitter account of the Transitional Sovereignty Council of Sudan stated The Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council General Abdel Fattah al Burhan mourns with great sadness sorrow and deep affection Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Queen of Britain who passed away today 215 216 nbsp President of Tunisia Kais Saied and Prime Minister Najla Bouden separately visited the residence of the British ambassador to Tunisia to sign a book of condolences 217 218 President Saied said that the Queen was one of the symbols of modern history in the whole world and that he wanted to be the first to mourn which is an indication of the depth of relations between the two countries 217 nbsp The President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa wrote on Twitter My deepest condolences to the RoyalFamily the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth as they mourn the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II May she rest in peace 219 Asia edit nbsp Charge d Affaires of Afghanistan s Permanent Mission to the United Nations Naseer Ahmad Faiq who represents the country s internationally recognized former government the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan signed Elizabeth II s condolence book and expressed sincere condolences and sympathies to the royal family Government and People of the UK on the sad demise of HM Queen Elizabeth II 220 nbsp The ruling Taliban made no official statement on the Queen s death 221 nbsp Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan sent condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss stating that The death of the Queen is a great pain and loss not only for the British people the peoples of the Commonwealth of Nations but also for the entire international community and The Queen embodying almost an entire era of history will remain vivid in the memories of all of us 222 Former Armenian President Armen Sarkissian sent his condolences to King Charles III saying that her uprightness sense of duty and devotion to her country wisdom and humanity were admirable 223 nbsp Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev sent his condolences to both King Charles III 224 and Prime Minister Liz Truss 225 The statement read in full Majesty It is with heavy hearts we have received the news of the passing away of your mother Her Majesty Elisabeth II Queen of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the outstanding Head of State of our times On this great loss I share my sympathies with you and your entire Family express my deep condolences and wish patience on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan Being as the exemplary one on her glorious lifetime pathway the Queen has always remained committed to all human ideals and demonstrated her strong firmness unshakeable will and determination as she has been giving exceptional services for the bright future of the United Kingdom and thus earning a great prestige and respect throughout the entire world due to her infinite commitment and love to the Motherland I will always cherish the best memories on my meeting with Her Majesty in 2009 Majesty I renew my deep condolences to you members of your Family the United Kingdom and your people nbsp Prime Minister of Bhutan Lotay Tshering offered condolences on Twitter stating Truly saddened by the news of passing of Queen Elizabeth II People of Bhutan and I offer our deepest condolences Bhutan observes the mourning with nationwide prayers today We ll always remember Her Majesty as an epitome of wisdom and devotion touching lives around the world 226 A day of national mourning was observed on 9 September in memory of the late Queen 227 non primary source needed nbsp Prime Minister of Cambodia Hun Sen sent his condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss The statement read in full It is with profound grief to have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Elizabeth II the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the 08th sic of September 2022 in the Balmoral Castle Scotland Her Majesty Elizabeth II who has emerged as a beloved public figure through her reign discipline and inspiration will forever be remembered in the heart of all the British people and many others around the world In this moment of deep sorrow please allow me to extend my deepest sorrow sympathy and condolences on behalf of the Royal Government and the People of Cambodia to Your Honorable and especially through you to the bereaved families of the Royal Households for this immense loss May her soul rests in peace 228 nbsp General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and President of China Xi Jinping sent his condolences to King Charles III stating that As Britain s longest reigning monarch in history Queen Elizabeth II is widely acclaimed Queen Elizabeth II is the first British monarch to ever visited China Her passing is a great loss to the British people Xi also pledged to King Charles III to foster positive relations between China and the United Kingdom reflecting on fifty years since the United Kingdom and People s Republic of China raised diplomatic relations to the ambassadorial level 229 Premier of China Li Keqiang sent his condolences to Prime Minister Liz Truss 229 Vice President of China Wang Qishan visited the British embassy in Beijing on 12 September to offer his condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II speaking highly of the queen s contribution to the ties of the two countries 230 nbsp Tributes left outside the British Consulate in Hong Kong nbsp Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee expressed his condolences in a statement On behalf of the people and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region it is with great sadness that I express our profound condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom Having reigned for 70 years she was the longest reigning monarch of the United Kingdom She was greatly respected admired and praised by the British people We send our deepest condolences to the people of the United Kingdom during this time of national mourning and reflection 231 Over 2 500 people queued for up to 3 hours outside the British Consulate General to lay flowers and pay tribute to the Queen with the queue itself being around 500 metres long 232 233 nbsp Macau Chief Executive Ho Iat seng also expressed his condolences in a statement saying Queen Elizabeth II greatly respected and loved by the people of the United Kingdom dedicated her entire life to her country and her people On behalf of the Macao SAR Government and on its behalf the Chief Executive expresses his deep dismay at the death of Queen Elizabeth II and expresses his most sincere condolences to the King of the United Kingdom Charles III and to the royal family and people of UK 234 nbsp East Timor President Jose Ramos Horta during a state visit to Canberra expressed his condolences in a statement It is a loss for the British People and for the Commonwealth An extraordinary woman symbol of the United Kingdom and who served her country for 70 years May her soul rest in peace alongside her late husband Duke of Edinburgh 235 Ramos Horta cancelled a lecture he was scheduled to give at the Lowy Institute out of respect for Elizabeth II s passing 236 Prime Minister Taur Matan Ruak sent his condolences in a statement made on the official site of East Timor s Government 237 nbsp The President of Georgia Salome Zourabichvili tweeted that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has lived a life of dedication to her people her nation and the Commonwealth and offered her condolences to the Royal Family 238 Irakli Garibashvili Prime Minister of Georgia stated in his condolence message that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a leader who led the nation throughout the decades being respected adored and will be well remembered by the generations ahead 239 Chairperson of the Parliament of Georgia Shalva Papuashvili paid a tribute to the Queen on Twitter stating that her legacy would define many more decades to come 240 nbsp President of Indonesia Joko Widodo expressed his condolences writing on Twitter that I am deeply saddened by the passing of Queen Elizabeth II a widely admired and beloved queen My deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family the government and the people of the UK 241 Member of the People s Representative Council of the Republic of Indonesia Fadli Zon sent his condolences and released a statement on his Twitter Rest in peace RIP for Queen Elizabeth II 1 Queen 15 prime ministers 70 years reigned as a beacon of stability through the toughest times in history She dedicated her life with an unwavering sense of responsibility may selflessness courage and its toughness is an inspiration for future leaders he said 242 Former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono expressed his condolences on his Twitter 243 Minister of Foreign Affairs Retno Marsudi offered her condolences to Owen Jenkins the British ambassador to Indonesia A book of condolences was opened for Indonesians to write their condolences 244 nbsp It was noted that the government leadership of Iran made no official statement on the Queen s death It was also noted that many Iranians supporting Mohammad Khatami fondly remembered the Queen and photos of the Queen were posted on Khatami s Instagram account Iranian state and hardline media denounced her as a queen of tricksters who left a bloody legacy to humanity 245 246 247 nbsp Iraqi President Barham Salih sent his condolences to the Royal Family According to him I feel deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II I offer my deepest condolences to the royal family and the people of the United Kingdom Queen Elizabeth will be remembered as a great symbol of history 248 nbsp President of Israel Isaac Herzog said on his official Facebook page As the 11th President of Israel during Her Majesty s long reign and on behalf of the whole State and people of Israel I express my condolences to The Royal Family to the King and the Queen Consort to the people of the United Kingdom and to all nations of the Commonwealth Throughout her long and momentous reign the world changed dramatically while the Queen remained an icon of stable responsible leadership and a beacon of morality humanity and patriotism 249 non primary source needed Prime Minister of Israel Yair Lapid said a statement on his official social media accounts On behalf of the Government and people of Israel I send my condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II She leaves behind an unparalleled legacy of leadership and service May her memory be for a blessing 250 non primary source needed Leader of the Opposition Benjamin Netanyahu wrote on Twitter My wife Sara and I along with all the people of Israel send our condolences to the people of Britain and to the royal family on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II She was a legendary sovereign a beacon of integrity and a steward of a second Elizabethan age which will be remembered down the centuries May her memory be blessed 251 non primary source needed nbsp Fumio Kishida signing a book of condolence at the British Embassy in Tokyo nbsp Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida said that Queen Elizabeth made a great contribution towards strengthening Japan s ties with Britain adding that her death was a big loss for the international community Kishida added that The government of Japan expresses its heartfelt condolences to the British royal family the British government and the British people 252 nbsp President of Kazakhstan Kassym Jomart Tokayev sent a telegram of condolences to King Charles III which states Under her wise stewardship graciousness and inspiring guidance the United Kingdom has been consistently progressing towards yet more stable diverse and prosperous society while being a frontrunner in promoting international security and sustainable development I am convinced that her remarkable integrity dignity and incredible achievements will continue inspiring millions of people around the world and her tremendous legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of the younger generations 253 nbsp The Cabinet of Kuwait sent its condolences to King Charles III and issued a decree to fly the flag of Kuwait at half mast for three days 254 nbsp President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov offered his condolences to King Charles III stating that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II will always remain a model of commitment to the state interests of Great Britain and care about her people 255 nbsp President of Laos and General Secretary of the Lao People s Revolutionary Party Thongloun Sisoulith sent condolences to King Charles III stating The passing of Queen Elizabeth II is a great loss for the Royal Family the United Kingdom and the British Empire as well as the British people because the Queen was a respected mother and a great leader who dedicated her life to serving the British people and bettering the lives of her people for over 70 years 256 Prime Minister of Laos Phankham Viphavanh also sent his condolences stating On behalf of the Government of the Lao People s Democratic Republic and on my own behalf I would like to express my sincere condolences to His Highness and through His Highness to the Royal Family as well as all the British people on this occasion 256 nbsp In a statement Lebanese President Michel Aoun said We lost an international reference and someone we learn from respect values and national duty someone who supports Lebanon s unity and territorial integrity This loss afflicted the Lebanese who knew her throughout her long reign she was always by their side espacially in the dire situation that Lebanon went through 34 Three days of mourning were declared through 9 11 September with a fourth day for the day of the funeral Flags were flown at half staff 257 nbsp President of Mongolia Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh visited the British Embassy in Ulaanbaatar where he signed the condolence book stating Her Majesty was a steadying presence and a symbol of unity to Britain the Commonwealth and the whole world for seventy years of historic changes development as well as times of difficulties Her solemn legacy will forever remain in our hearts 258 In a statement former President of Mongolia Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj said Queen Elizabeth has ascended to heaven Her queen s heart has been beating for 75 years since she announced that she will work for others Leading the state is a very prestigious and difficult job The queen has carried this burden for 70 years May her majesty rest in peace May King Charles live long 259 nbsp Acting President Duwa Lashi La of NUG expressed his condolences writing on Twitter that I am very sadden to hear about the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II Our deepest condolences to RoyalFamily and the people of the UK We will remember the Queen s wisdom and compassion 260 non primary source needed 261 Minister of Foreign Affairs Zin Mar Aung of NUG expressed her condolences on her official Twitter that I m deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II On behalf of NUGMyanmar and the people of Myanmar I extend our deepest sympathies to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth 262 nbsp Prime Minister of Nepal Sher Bahadur Deuba tweeted It is with great sadness I have received the news of her passing away Queen Elizabeth II distinguished herself with duty honour and service The Queen is fondly remembered in Nepal for her two important state visits in 1961 and 1986 263 The country observed three days of mourning from 10 September in honour of the Queen and the national flag was flown at half mast in government offices and Nepalese embassies and missions abroad 264 nbsp President of the State of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas offered condolences to King Charles on the passing of his mother saying We have received with great sorrow the news about the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom Her life was dedicated to the service of her country and people For decades she meticulously carried out her royal duties leaving behind a rich legacy that will be engraved in the hearts and minds of coming generations 265 nbsp President of the Philippines Bongbong Marcos wrote on his official Facebook page in a statement It is with profound sadness that we receive the news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Balmoral Castle yesterday evening She exemplified to the world a true monarch s great dignity commitment to duty and devotion to all those in her realm We together with many Filipinos living and working in England though not subjects of the Queen have found ourselves having developed a great sense of affection for her as a Queen as mother and as a grandmother The world has lost a true figure of majesty in what she demonstrated throughout her life and throughout her reign as Queen 266 non primary source needed 267 268 269 In addition President Marcos First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos along with Ilocos Norte s 1st district representative Sandro Marcos also visited the Embassy of the United Kingdom in Taguig Manila where they met with British ambassador Laure Beaufils and signed a condolence book in honour of the Queen 270 Several members of both houses of Congress of the Philippines and its legislative leaders including Philippine Senate President Migz Zubiri Philippine Senate Minority Floor Leader Aquilino Pimentel III Philippine House Speaker Martin Romualdez as well as former Philippine President and Philippine House Senior Deputy Speaker Gloria Macapagal Arroyo among others also gave tributes and offered statement of condolences and prayers on social media towards to the Royal Family the British people and the British government on Queen Elizabeth II s passing 271 272 273 269 274 275 nbsp President of South Korea Yoon Suk yeol posted his condolences on Twitter stating that She had a strong belief in the cause of human freedom and left great legacies of dignity and Her kind heart and good deeds will remain in our memories 276 Prime Minister Han Duck soo and Speaker Kim Jin pyo also expressed their condolences to the royal family 277 278 Former president Moon Jae in expressed his condolences on his Twitter 279 nbsp President of the Republic of China Taiwan Tsai Ing wen extended her condolences to the Royal Family people of the UK and Commonwealth on Twitter stating that Taiwan remembers and celebrates her life of leadership and service which set an example for people around the world 280 nbsp President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent a telegram to King Charles III saying It is with deep sadness that we heard the news of the demise of Her Majesty Elizabeth II Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Her Majesty Elizabeth II with her continuous activity as Queen of the United Kingdom determined the nature and content of an important era in the development of the country through which she gained a great prestige and respect in the international arena Expressing my sincere condolences in connection with this heavy loss I wish you Your Majesty all your relatives and friends as well as the friendly people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland fortitude and good patience 281 nbsp Acting Prime Minister of Thailand Prawit Wongsuwan ordered all government agencies to lower their flags to half mast for three days starting from 9 September 282 Anucha Burapachaisri Deputy Secretary General to the Prime Minister for Political Affairs acting as a spokesman for the Prime Minister s Office issued a statement on the following afternoon The Thai government mourns the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II who is revered and admired around the world 282 nbsp President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedow extended his condolences to King Charles III and Liz Truss stating that The life journey of Queen Elizabeth II her noble activities and the valuable legacy she left behind will forever remain in the memory of present and future generations He also conveyed words of sympathy and support to King Charles III the Royal Family and the people of the UK 283 nbsp President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev expressed his condolences in a letter stating that She was a great statesperson the symbol of the country s integrity and rapid development for more than 70 years She made an incomparable contribution to the Kingdom making it one of the leading countries in the global economy and politics increasing its reputation in the international arena in every way He also offered words of comfort to the King Charles III members of the Royal Family and the people of the UK and wished for patience and fortitude 284 nbsp Vietnamese President Nguyễn Xuan Phuc offered his condolences to King Charles III In addition Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chinh extended his condolences to British Prime Minister Liz Truss and National Assembly chairman Vương Đinh Huệ did the same to Speaker of the House of Lords John McFall and Speaker of the House of Commons Lindsay Hoyle 285 nbsp Chairman of the Presidential Leadership Council of Yemen Rashad al Alimi congratulated Charles III on his accession to the throne and wished him success as king 286 He also signed a condolence book at the British Embassy in Riyadh describing Her Majesty as an example for wisdom competence and dedication to serve her own country and nation over the past seven decades 287 Europe edit nbsp Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama posted on his Facebook account the Queen s photo with the caption Goodbye Queen The President of Albania Bajram Begaj said in a tweet Heartfelt condolences to RoyalFamily amp the people of Great Britain and Commonwealth on the passing of HM QueenElisabethII She was a Monarch with a kind heart immense strength and courage and will always be remembered with great respect and admiration May the Queen rest in peace 288 Speaker of the Parliament of Albania Lindita Nikolla said the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is sad news not only for the people of the United Kingdom but for all mankind A whole life in the service of the nation the state and the citizens Queen Elizabeth II the unifier of the nation widely accepted as a symbol of the stability of the United Kingdom and the world helped her country through major changes over seven decades to strengthen national identity increase geopolitical influence and international position Rest in peace Your Majesty 289 nbsp Prime Minister of Andorra Xavier Espot Zamora tweeted For those of us who are dedicated to public service Elizabeth II will always be a model of a sense of duty selflessness and respect for institutions Today the feelings of Andorrans are with the British people and with those of all the countries of which she was head of state 290 Archbishop Joan Enric Vives i Sicilia Bishop of Urgell and Co Prince of Andorra along with the President of France said in a message of condolence On hearing the sad news of the death of Her Majesty the beloved Queen Elizabeth II and mother of Your Majesty I am sending you on my own behalf that of the Government of the Principality of Andorra and that of the Institutions and the Andorran People our deepest condolences and our prayers for her eternal rest in the peace of God in whom she has always believed and trusted Please convey to the entire Royal Family your Government and the People of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland our expression of sympathy and solidarity 291 nbsp A moment of silence in memory of the Queen being observed at the opening of the 1637th Board of Governors at the Agency headquarters in Vienna Austria on 12 September nbsp Chancellor of Austria Karl Nehammer tweeted With the death of Queen Elizabeth II a historic figure passes away and with her a 70 year era comes to an end in which she stood for stability through the decades until today My heartfelt condolences to the family amp people of the United Kingdom 292 He also ordered the flag at the Federal Chancellery to be lowered to half mast 293 The President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen released an official statement in which he said I salute the Queen her life s work for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth On behalf of the Republic of Austria and all the people who live here I would like to extend my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathy to His Majesty King Charles III and all the members of the Royal Family as well as to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth 294 295 nbsp President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko wrote that Her Majesty s seventy year reign has been a symbol of true service to her people and a guarantee of the stability and prosperity of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms for many years She linked generations who proudly and with dignity overcame the most difficult challenges Even in the most difficult times Elizabeth II s statesmanship and authority always made it possible to rise above the political situation The Republic of Belarus deeply respects and responsibly follows Her Majesty s moral commandment about no alternative to the further progress of mankind on the way of good neighborliness and mercy 296 nbsp Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya wrote on Twitter that the Queen stood firm amp true through the most turbulent of times Her resilience amp service remain inspirational Today we bow our heads in honor of Queen Elizabeth II amp her remarkable life 297 nbsp Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo tweeted Belgium sends its condolences to the British Royal Family and to the British people May HRH Queen Elizabeth II Rest In Peace For over 70 years she was a beacon of stability and dignity for the British people 298 nbsp Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Sefik Dzaferovic offered his condolences stating I offer my sincere condolences to the Royal Family the authorities and the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland I am with you in thoughts and prayers 299 nbsp President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev wrote a letter of condolences to Charles III saying With her passing Britain and the world lose a remarkable stateswoman whose life and deeds marked an entire era 300 nbsp Prime Minister of Croatia Andrej Plenkovic released a statement stating Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a source of inspiration to generations Her example of leadership and service to her nation will remain an everlasting testament I offer my most sincere condolences to the Royal Family and to the British people 301 nbsp Mette Frederiksen the Prime Minister of Denmark wrote I am saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Her Majesty the Queen was a unifying figure for her nation and the world She provided a sense of stability during changing times Our thoughts are with The Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom the Realms and the Commonwealth I send the heartfelt condolences of my Government and the people of Denmark to PM Liz Truss 302 non primary source needed 303 non primary source needed nbsp Milos Zeman the President of the Czech Republic expressed his deep sadness stating that her devoted service to monarchy her immense humility and nobility will remain forever in our hearts 304 Prime Minister of the Czech Republic Petr Fiala stated I am deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II Sending heartfelt and sincere condolences to the Royal family and the British people and the people of the Commonwealth 305 nbsp Kaja Kallas the Prime Minister of Estonia wrote that she was profoundly saddened of the passing of Queen Elizabeth and Estonia mourns with her people and the Royal Family She added that Her sense of service and dedication to public duty were unparalleled It s the end of an era but her legend will live on and inspire 306 nbsp Prime Minister of Finland Sanna Marin signing the book of condolences at the British Embassy Helsinki 9 September nbsp Sauli Niinisto the President of Finland wrote that he was deeply saddened of the news of the Queen s passing Prime Minister Sanna Marin offered her condolences to the British Royal family and the peoples of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth 307 nbsp French President Emmanuel Macron said She held a special status in France and a special place in the hearts of the French people No foreign sovereign has climbed the stairs of the Elysee Palace more often than she who honoured France with six state visits and met each of its presidents For her French was not a mere relic of Norman ancestry that persisted in so many customs but an intimate cherished language The Queen of sixteen kingdoms loved France which loved her back 308 Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne stated that Queen Elizabeth II had and will keep a special place in the hearts of the French Our country joins in the sorrow of the Royal Family and the grief of the British people 309 nbsp President Frank Walter Steinmeier stated during a speech at Bellevue Palace that her natural authority her immense experience her exemplary performance of duty will remain in our living memory He added that after World War II the hand of reconciliation was also the hand of the Queen 310 311 Chancellor Olaf Scholz said that the queen was a role model and inspiration for millions also here in Germany Her commitment to German British reconciliation after the horrors of World War II will remain unforgotten She will be missed not least her wonderful humour 312 Former Chancellor Angela Merkel said of the Queen Her death marks the end of an era There are no words that can even come close to honouring the outstanding importance of this Queen her sense of duty her moral integrity her devotion and her dignity over seven decades for the United Kingdom for Europe and for the world 313 The German Bundestag interrupted its debate at 19 38 local time 314 to honour the late British Queen Elizabeth II in a minute of remembrance The parliamentarians rose from their seats 315 316 On 9 September flags were at halfmast in North Rhine Westphalia 317 318 Saxony 319 and Berlin 320 nbsp Katerina Sakellaropoulou President of Greece and Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis offered their condolences over Twitter with Sakellaropoulou calling her a true pillar of her country who has been rewarded with love and respect Mitsotakis stated that her duty service and dedication she demonstrated throughout her reign was not just exemplary but extraordinary 321 nbsp The President of Hungary Katalin Novak stated on her official Facebook account We say goodbye to the woman the mother the queen the European head of state I am deeply saddened to learn of the death of Queen Elizabeth II and I extend my sincere condolences to the members of the Royal Family It is with sadness and respect that we bid farewell to one of the most influential figures in 20th century British and European history We Hungarians have learned much in standing up for nation and family from Queen Elizabeth II We will cherish Her Majesty s memory in our hearts 322 non primary source needed 323 Prime Minister Viktor Orban posted a short Hungarian language message on his Facebook account that translates God rest Queen Elizabeth II The Queen s attached photo had the English caption May you rest in peace Your Majesty 324 non primary source needed 323 nbsp The President of Iceland Gudni Th Johannesson tweeted The greatest monarch of our times has passed away H M Queen Elizabeth II will always be remembered and admired for her dignity and selfless devotion On behalf of all Icelanders I send deep condolences to the Royal Family the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth 325 non primary source needed nbsp The President of Ireland Michael D Higgins in a statement said it is with profound regret and deep personal sadness that he learned of her death and expressed his heartfelt sympathy to the royal family on their loss Her personal commitment to her role and extraordinary sense of duty were the hallmarks of her period as queen which will hold a unique place in British history 326 Taoiseach Micheal Martin also expressed condolences on behalf of the Irish government saying On behalf of the Government of Ireland I would like to convey my deepest sympathy to His Majesty King Charles the Royal Family the UK Government and the British people on the loss of their beloved monarch Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen s reign was one of historic duration immense consequence and a focus of respect and admiration around the world Her dedication to duty and public service were self evident and her wisdom and experience truly unique The Queen s passing is indeed the end of an era Her State Visit to Ireland in 2011 marked a crucial step in the normalisation of relations with our nearest neighbour That visit was a great success largely because of the many gracious gestures and warm remarks made by the Queen during her time in Ireland 327 Tanaiste Leo Varadkar joined in paying tribute The Leader of the Opposition and President of Sinn Fein Mary Lou McDonald has also expressed her condolences to the royal family and paid her own tribute to the late queen 328 nbsp Sergio Mattarella the President of Italy said in an official statement On the occasion of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II I send to Your Majesty to the royal family and to all the citizens of the United Kingdom the most heartfelt condolences of the Italian Republic and my own An outstanding figure enters history She will be remembered for her authoritative wisdom and high sense of responsibility expressed above all in the generosity of spirit with which she devoted her long life to the service of the British people and the wider Commonwealth family 329 Prime Minister Mario Draghi stated in his condolence message that Queen Elizabeth has been an absolute protagonist of world history for the past seventy years She represented the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth with balance wisdom respect for institutions and for democracy She has been the most beloved symbol of her country and has garnered respect affection liking all over the world She guaranteed stability in times of crisis and has been able to keep alive the value of tradition in a society in constant and profound evolution and that her spirit of service her dedication to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth the deep dignity with which she held her office for such a long time have been a relentless source of admiration for generations 330 nbsp Prime Minister of Kosovo Albin Kurti in a tweet said The people of Kosova and I offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and British people on the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II Her dedication hard work and humility are an inspiration to us all especially in these trying times Rest in Peace 331 nbsp President of Latvia Egils Levits published his condolences to Royal Family and people of the UK in Twitter stating that the Whole generations have grown up during her rule and today feel great sadness at this loss 332 Prime Minister of Latvia Krisjanis Karins also offered his condolences stating that Her Majesty was the most inspiring leader who served people with remarkable dedication 332 nbsp Liechtenstein Prime Minister Daniel Risch offered his condolences on Twitter stating May her sense of duty and devotion to her country be remembered outside the UK 333 He signed a book of condolences at the town hall in Vaduz on 15 September 334 Minister of Foreign Affairs Education and Sport Dominique Hasler offered her condolences on Twitter stating that the Queen has actively shaped the last 70 years of world history and was a constant in an ever changing world 335 nbsp Gitanas Nauseda the President of Lithuania offered his condolences on Twitter stating that her Remarkable 70 years of reign amp devotion to humanitarian causes will never be forgotten 336 nbsp Xavier Bettel the Prime Minister of Luxembourg said in his official Twitter account Queen Elizabeth II guided Great Britain over seven decades and through many challenges Her steady leadership her capacity to inspire hope and her dedication to stability and peace will be greatly missed I extend my deepest sympathy to the Royal Family and the British people 337 nbsp Moldovan President Maia Sandu offered her condolences and said in her Twitter account that the Queen s remarkable lifetime service inspiring leadership amp dedication for peace have defined generations 338 non primary source needed Prime Minister Natalia Gavrilița offered her condolences and said in her Twitter account that the Queen will forever remain an inspiration and an example to us all for her spirit of duty towards her people and country 339 non primary source needed nbsp Milo Đukanovic the President of Montenegro said in his official Twitter account On behalf of Montenegrin citizens and in my own name I hereby extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family UK Government and all citizens of the United Kingdom on the death of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II Montenegro shares sorrow and pain for the passing of Queen Elisabeth II whose several decades long reign remains one of the most valuable parts of the world historic heritage Her Majesty s personality and deeds marked the modern era and she was a part of the lives of people in her Kingdom but also of millions of people around the world who deeply respected her 340 non primary source needed nbsp Jonas Gahr Store the Prime Minister of Norway offered his condolences and highlighted the end of her reign as the end of a long and historic era and life 341 342 nbsp Mark Rutte the Prime Minister of the Netherlands wrote in a tweet that During her exceptionally long reign she was a beacon of calm and stability her for country and the world even at the moments of the greatest historical upheaval 343 non primary source needed 344 The Senate and House of Representatives commemorated Elizabeth II during their plenary meetings with speeches by their presidents and a minute of silence 345 nbsp Stevo Pendarovski the President of North Macedonia wrote in a letter of condolences to King Charles III that The Queen performed her service devotedly and tirelessly demonstrating leadership even in the most difficult times In the seven decades of her reign generations grew and developed for whom the Queen was and remains a symbol of a leader who leads through empathy with a vision always ready to adapt the monarchy to the new dynamics of global trends staying steadfastly focused on leading and representing her country in every part of the world 346 nbsp President of Northern Cyprus Ersin Tatar said It is with deep sadness and heartfelt sorrow that I have learned of the passing of your Mother Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II I respectfully extend to Your Majesty in your bereavement and to all members of the Royal Family our deepest sympathies and sincere condolences on behalf of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus and the Turkish Cypriot People 347 nbsp President of Poland Andrzej Duda while on a diplomatic trip to Senegal made an entry in a book of condolences at the British Embassy in Dakar Earlier he expressed his condolences to the Royal Family and all the British people on Twitter Her Majesty The Queen for decades she has been an embodiment of everything that makes Britain truly Great She will be missed and remembered in Poland and all over the world 348 non primary source needed nbsp The President of Portugal Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa in a message posted on the Presidency s official website said It is with deep sadness and immense sorrow that I learnt of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II At this time of mourning and grief I offer Your Majesty and the entire royal family as well as all the British people on behalf of the Portuguese people and on my own behalf I offer my sincere condolences for the loss suffered 349 The Portuguese government decreed a three day national mourning period 18 to 20 September in tribute to the queen of Portugal s oldest ally Anglo Portuguese Treaty of 1373 350 nbsp Klaus Iohannis the President of Romania wrote in a tweet that Her Majesty s reign which spanned seven decades shaped modern history and is an exceptional symbol of loyalty and commitment to public service and that Romanians are with the British people and the Royal Family 351 352 Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă posted a photo of the Queen on Twitter while offering his condolences We stand with the British people and the Royal Family at this difficult time as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain and Northern Ireland passed on My condolences to the British Royal Family God rest her soul in peace he wrote 353 nbsp Vladimir Putin the President of Russia extended his deepest condolences on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II In a public letter to Charles III he stated The most important events in the recent history of the United Kingdom are inextricably linked with the name of Her Majesty For many decades Elizabeth II rightfully enjoyed the love and respect of her subjects as well as authority on the world stage I wish you courage and perseverance in the face of this heavy irreparable loss I ask you to convey the words of sincere sympathy and support to the members of the royal family and all the people of Great Britain 354 Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters in a conference call that the Russian people had great respect for Queen Elizabeth II and her wisdom and authority The spokesperson said that such qualities are in very short supply on the international stage at the moment 355 nbsp Captains Regent of San Marino Oscar Mina and Paolo Rondelli of San Marino sent a message of condolence expressing the senses of our deepest condolences together with the most heartfelt and moved sympathy on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and that we remember with admiration her untiring commitment tenacity and high human testimony that will remain in the memory not only of her People but of all humanity In this time of sorrow she remains for all of us the example of a life unreservedly consecrated to the service of her country 356 nbsp Aleksandar Vucic the President of Serbia wrote a telegram offering his condolences to the royal family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II In his telegram he stated With her selfless public service Her Majesty marked the modern history of the United Kingdom and the world offering an example of how to carry the authority of leadership and carry out duties even in the toughest of times Queen Elizabeth II faced every challenge wisely unobtrusively yet decisively above all taking into account the welfare of the nation thereby earning the immense devotion of her followers and likewise her numerous admirers the world over She was the backbone of her family and of the whole nation which through the generations was devoted to her 357 nbsp The President of Slovakia Zuzana Caputova tweeted My deepest condolences to the Royal Family the people of the UK amp the entire Commonwealth Queen Elizabeth II s seven decades of steadfast leadership amp dedication to the service to her country through many global changes have made her a role model amp an inspiration for us all 358 nbsp Prime Minister Robert Golob signing a book of condolence in Ljubljana Slovenia nbsp The Union Jack at half mast in the British Consulate General in Istanbul nbsp Borut Pahor the President of Slovenia wrote a message given on his official website On my own behalf on behalf of the Republic of Slovenia and all our people I express my deep sadness and condolences on the death of Queen Elizabeth II She ruled the United Kingdom but belonged to the whole world Queen Elizabeth II left an indelible mark on European and world post war history With her we are losing a historical figure who symbolized strength and trust I am grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and admire her in person most recently in early 2019 at Buckingham Palace during an official visit to the United Kingdom 359 nbsp Pedro Sanchez the Prime Minister of Spain expressed his condolences in Twitter stating that Elizabeth II was an author of the European history My condolences to the entire Royal Family the government and the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II A figure of global significance witness and author of British and European history 360 Isabel Diaz Ayuso President of the regional government of the Community of Madrid where the capital city is located declared three days of official mourning 361 nbsp Magdalena Andersson the Prime Minister of Sweden wrote in an official statement I would like to express my sorrow at the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II For as long as most of us have been alive she has been a cherished representative and symbol for United Kingdom and the head of state for the many countries of the Commonwealth My thoughts today are naturally with the Queen s family and the British people but her passing is a loss for us all 362 nbsp Ignazio Cassis the President of Switzerland wrote in a tweet Deeply saddened by the passing of HM QueenElizabeth II My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family on behalf of the Federal Council and the people of Switzerland She will be remembered as a woman of great strength amp steady leadership 363 nbsp Recep Tayyip Erdogan the President of Turkey said he was saddened to learn of Queen Elizabeth s death and sent his deepest condolences to the royal family and the people and government of the United Kingdom 364 Former president Abdullah Gul wrote on his official Twitter account It is with profound sadness that I learned the passing of Queen Elizabeth II She devoted her whole life to the service of her country will definitely find her place in the world history In their times of sorrow I convey my deepest condolences to the Royal family the government and the entire people of the UK 365 non primary source needed In a post on Twitter main opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu described the Queen as an outstanding person of state and duty who witnessed many historical events and transformations worldwide and worked until the last days of her life 366 nbsp Volodymyr Zelenskyy the President of Ukraine wrote in a tweet that It is with deep sadness that we learned of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II On behalf of the Ukrainian people we extend sincere condolences to the Royal Family the entire United Kingdom and the Commonwealth over this irreparable loss Our thoughts and prayers are with you 367 non primary source needed nbsp On Facebook the Sovereign Military Order of Malta expressed its deepest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II For over seventy years she embodied the British nation s continuity and unity She was highly admired and respected worldwide for her dignity wisdom grace her strong commitment to the duty and attention to charitable works The thoughts and prayers of the Sovereign Order of Malta are with King Charles III the Royal Family the entire United Kingdom and the British Commonwealth 368 non primary source needed 369 North America edit nbsp The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship of Costa Rica made a short statement of condolences from both the government and the Costa Rican people 370 nbsp First Secretary of the Communist Party of Cuba and President of Cuba Miguel Diaz Canel made a statement on Twitter saying It is with deep regret that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II On behalf of the Cuban people and government I express my deepest condolences to His Royal Highness Prince Charles the rest of the Royal Family and the British people and government In response to her death Cuba declared official mourning to be observed on 9 September from 6 am to 12 am midnight with the flag of Cuba hoisted at half mast in public buildings and military facilities 371 nbsp President of the Dominican Republic Luis Abinader tweeted that the reign of Elizabeth II will be remembered for her dedication to democracy and the best causes 372 nbsp Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele stated on Twitter that he and his wife Gabriela expressed their deepest sympathies to the British people and the Royal Family He added Her Majesty s legacy will always remain a touchstone for our shared values of empathy solidarity and service 373 nbsp President of Guatemala Alejandro Giammattei tweeted that the queen s leadership will remain a legacy for all humanity 372 nbsp Acting President and Prime Minister of Haiti Ariel Henry stated in a Twitter thread Queen Elizabeth II the one who deeply marked the history of the United Kingdom Europe and the whole world has passed away We would like to salute her deep commitment to the happiness of her people during 70 years of reign We send our sincere condolences to the Royal Family the British nation and the States of the Commonwealth who today mourn the passing of the most famous Monarch in history 374 nbsp Honduran Secretary of External Relations and International Cooperation Eduardo Enrique Reina tweeted Our sincere condolences to the people and government of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland on the passing of HM Queen Elizabeth II a message of solidarity to her family 375 nbsp The President of Mexico Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador made a statement on social media saying I send my condolences to the United Kingdom s people for the passing of Queen Elizabeth II the British monarch and sovereign of 14 independent states I also make this extensive to her family friends and members of the Royal House 376 In addition the foreign secretary of Mexico Marcelo Ebrard visited the British embassy in Mexico City expressed the country s condolences and signed a condolence book Rest in Peace 377 nbsp Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and Vice President Rosario Murillo sent a joint message of condolence to Prime Minister Liz Truss sending their prayers for the Queen whose life meant so much to the British people 378 nbsp President of Panama Laurentino Cortizo sent deepest condolences to the Royal Family the British people and the Commonwealth on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II who honored Panama in a historic State Visit six decades ago Peace to her soul Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II RIP was an outstanding protagonist of contemporary history Her personality and her character marked a transcendent legacy for her nation and her world We honor her memory 379 nbsp US President Joe Biden signing the book of condolence nbsp nbsp US President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden as well as US Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff released respective statements of condolences on Twitter following the Queen s death 380 381 President Biden also ordered all federal and military facilities to lower their flags to half staff until the day of the Queen s funeral 382 President and First Lady Biden also visited the Embassy of the United Kingdom in Washington where they met with British ambassador Dame Karen Pierce and embassy staff delivered flowers and were the first to sign a condolence book that the embassy had opened In it he wrote The American people mourn today with people throughout the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Elizabeth II defined an era She led with enduring strength and dignity devoting her whole life to serving her people Jill and I will never forget meeting her and experiencing her warmth and kindness She will be forever remembered 383 384 385 Secretary of State Antony Blinken was also among those who signed the condolence book nbsp Additional statements of condolences were issued by former presidents Donald Trump Barack Obama George W Bush Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter as well as former first ladies Melania Trump Michelle Obama Laura Bush Hillary Clinton and Rosalynn Carter respectively 386 387 388 389 390 Former Vice Presidents Mike Pence and Al Gore also paid tribute on the Queen s passing The majority and minority leaders of both houses of Congress Speaker of the House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell all released statements paying tribute to the Queen 391 392 White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre was informed of the Queen s death during a press briefing she briefly expressed condolences but said she didn t want to get ahead of what the president is going to say 393 Oceania edit nbsp On the Twitter account of the Office of the President of the Federated States of Micronesia a tweet was posted that read The Federated States of Micronesia expresses its heartfelt condolences for the loss of Her Royal Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The tweet also included a letter from the President David Panuelo to Prime Minister Liz Truss 394 nbsp Ambassador of Palau to the United Nations Ilana Seid expressed condolences on behalf of the people and government of Palau 395 South America edit nbsp The official Casa Rosada account on Twitter wrote The Argentine Government salutes and accompanies the British people and Government on the death of their Head of State Queen Elizabeth II 396 nbsp The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Bolivia issued an official statement in which it expressed condolences on behalf of the Bolivian government 397 nbsp The President of Brazil Jair Bolsonaro paid his tributes to the Queen on Twitter and declared three days of national mourning in Brazil following her death 398 nbsp The Government of Chile s official account on Twitter wrote We extend our sincere condolences to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth of Nations as well as to the British Royal Family 399 nbsp The President of Colombia Gustavo Petro paid his tributes to the Queen on Twitter following her death Former president Juan Manuel Santos expressed his condolences to the royal family 400 while former president Alvaro Uribe wrote on Twitter that the Queen protected democracy for 70 years she protected democracy for 70 years helped consolidate the independence of former English colonies and secured and maintained Commonwealth integration with sovereign states 401 nbsp The President of Ecuador Guillermo Lasso said on his Twitter account Dismayed at the death of Queen Elizabeth II whose long life and dedication to the service of her people go down in history as an exemplary reign I send my condolences to her children and grandchildren the royal family the Government and the people of the Kingdom United Peace in her grave 402 nbsp The President of Paraguay Mario Abdo Benitez said on his Twitter account From the Republic of Paraguay we convey our feelings of sorrow to the Royal Family to the government and people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II who will always be remembered for her great vocation of service 403 nbsp Peruvian President Pedro Castillo wrote on his Twitter account that he and the Peruvian people sent condolences in behalf of the Royal Family Furthermore he added that her legacy of her with a vocation for service and leadership will remain in history 404 nbsp The President of Suriname Chan Santokhi said on his Twitter account On behalf of the Surinamese people condolences to the family and the entire British community on the loss Also as CARICOM chairman I express my deepest sadness on behalf of the entire CARICOM family at her passing My thoughts are especially with the entire royal family 405 nbsp The Ministry of Foreign Relations of Uruguay released a statement in which it expressed on behalf of the Government and the Uruguayan people its sincere condolences for the death of the Queen 406 In addition it declared that Uruguay joined today in sorrow with the British people with our respect and tribute to a memorable political personality who during her reign gave stability to her country and faced global political and economic challenges with a firm commitment to the service of her nation 407 nbsp President of Venezuela Nicolas Maduro sent condolences via his Twitter account roughly translating to The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth II of England British monarch We express our condolences to the royal family the United Kingdom and the British people Peace to her Soul 408 Foreign royalty editCommonwealth countries edit nbsp The Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah expressed his condolences on behalf of himself his wife and the government and people of Brunei The official statement read Throughout her life she not only gave full attention to the British people but also to the people of the Commonwealth and will always be remembered as a leader with a people s spirit and also for her continuous dedication to public service In seven decades her courage and leadership as Head of the Commonwealth became a source of admiration inspiration and pride that promoted unity among Commonwealth countries The statement also said that the Sultan and his wife had fond memories when Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh visited Brunei Darussalam in 1972 and 1998 They both appreciate the personal contribution of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in strengthening this important relationship 409 With the death of Elizabeth II the Sultan of Brunei became the world s longest reigning incumbent monarch nbsp The King of Lesotho Letsie III expressed his shock and deep sadness in a message of condolences to King Charles III a day after the Queen s death 410 nbsp The National Palace of Malaysia expressed the Yang di Pertuan Agong and Raja Permaisuri Agong s deepest condolences via a Facebook post The palace states that the Queen Elizabeth II s efforts to promote stronger ties between the United Kingdom and Malaysia will always be remembered 411 non primary source needed nbsp Sultan of Johor Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar and Permaisuri of Johor Raja Zarith Sofiah gave their condolences in a Facebook post 412 nbsp Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah the Sultan of Pahang and Yang di Pertuan Agong ordered state flags in Pahang to be placed at half mast for three days beginning 10 September to pay respects to the passing of the Queen according to state secretary Sallehuddin Ishak in a media statement 413 nbsp Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah and Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin expressed condolences to the British Royal Family in a statement released by the palace and stated that Her Majesty was always very gracious and engaging in her discussions to continually improve bilateral relations with the people of Selangor and Malaysia 414 He also ordered that the state flag to be flown half mast for three days starting from 17 September 415 The crown prince Tengku Amir Shah signed the book of condolences at the British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur 416 nbsp Mangosuthu Buthelezi in his capacity as traditional prime minister to King of the Zulus Misuzulu Sinqobile kaZwelithini issued a statement expressing condolences to the House of Windsor saying My personal condolences are with His Majesty the King with whom I have shared a treasured friendship over many years I have been honoured to be hosted by His Majesty and to have hosted him in Ulundi I have always admired his principled approach to his duties and his people This was no doubt instilled in him by his beloved Mother who gave her entire life to the service of her nation Her reign was both long and laudable Her genuine care and concern for her people shall never be forgotten 177 nbsp The Tongan royal family paid tribute with Princess Frederica Tuita a niece of King Tupou VI saying Tonga joins millions of people in sadness after hearing the news of Her Majesty s passing She was loved and respected by our family and we have so many cherished memories 72 Other edit nbsp King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa in a message expressed deepest condolences wishing the deceased mercy and HM King Charles III the Royal Family and the British people solace and fortitude He stated that the world lost a great symbol of humanity wisdom and tolerance with the passing of Queen Elizabeth II The King also ordered flags in Bahrain to fly at half mast for three days 417 nbsp Queen Margrethe II of Denmark the Queen s third cousin wrote in a letter addressed to King Charles III that she was deeply moved by the sad news of your beloved mother s death You mother was very important to me and my family She was a towering figure among the European monarchs and a great inspiration to us all We shall miss her terribly 418 With the death of Elizabeth II the Queen of Denmark became the longest reigning European sovereign and the last remaining queen regnant until her abdication on 14 January 2024 419 420 Margrethe II was celebrating her Golden Jubilee at the time of Elizabeth II s death and subsequently scaled back some celebrations and ordered a moment of silence be added in honour of the Queen 421 nbsp Georg Friedrich Prince of Prussia head of the Prussian line of the House of Hohenzollern non reigning house expressed his condolences in a statement and remarked that the Queen with her unique personality warmth and distinctive sense of duty that placed public welfare above individual interests has been a role model to him He announced that the British flag would fly at half mast at Hohenzollern Castle on the day of her state funeral 422 423 424 nbsp Franz Duke of Bavaria head of the House of Wittelsbach non reigning house and historic heir of King Ludwig III said that the Queen was able to win the hearts and respect of all people and remembered personally witnessing her friendliness and charisma during the conversations he had with her 425 nbsp Former King Constantine II of Greece and relative of Queen Elizabeth described her as a beacon of dignity and humility for the whole world He added We have been through so much together and I will never forget the love and support she showed me and my family 426 His son Pavlos Crown Prince of Greece called Queen Elizabeth a remarkable person a sovereign who led by example who will for ever be admired for her ethical leadership and commitment to her national and the commonwealth He also encouraged people to be thankful for her life before praising Charles 427 nbsp Reza Pahlavi Crown Prince of Iran and head of the Pahlavi dynasty non reigning house offered his and his family s condolences to the British people and royal family in a statement posted on Twitter saying Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered as a symbol of wisdom strength and grace 221 nbsp The Emperor of Japan Naruhito expressed his deep sorrow and heartfelt condolences over the death of Elizabeth II and his earnest respect and gratitude for the Queen s legacy her achievements and her dedication 428 nbsp King Abdullah II of Jordan expressed his condolences stating that the Queen was a beacon of wisdom and principled leadership for seven decades and a partner for Jordan and a dear family friend 429 430 non primary source needed Queen Rania of Jordan described her as an icon of selfless dedication and unwavering commitment a queen who embodied the traits of a faithful and devoted sovereign 431 Seven days of mourning were declared 432 nbsp In a cable Emir of Kuwait Nawaf Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah expressed his and Kuwait government and people s deep sorrow and sympathy for Queen Elizabeth s death He recalled with pride Her Majesty s path of giving over the past decades that boosted the high status of the UK on the international stage as well as her effective contribution to world issues 433 nbsp King Mohammed VI of Morocco in a message of condolences to Charles III stated that the Queen invariably stood as a symbol of the greatness of the United Kingdom devoting her entire life to serving her country adding that under her reign the United Kingdom achieved much progress and prosperity and that Morocco had lost a great and special friend who was particularly keen to strengthen the longstanding friendship between our two time honoured monarchies 434 Mohammed VI later congratulated Charles III following the proclamation of his accession to the throne 435 nbsp The Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq offered condolences to King Charles III in a telegram and stating that the Queen was a permanent friend of the Sultanate of Oman and contributed to strengthening the close bilateral relations between the two countries 436 Sultan Haitham ordered the flags to fly at half mast in public and private sector buildings and at the embassies of the Sultanate of Oman on 9 September in honour of Queen Elizabeth II 436 nbsp King of Saudi Arabia Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent his condolences to King Charles III stating that Her majesty was a role model for leadership that will be immortalized in history 437 Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman stated in his condolences that the world will remember the great impact and the great deeds she did throughout her career 437 nbsp King Felipe VI of Spain issued his first public reaction two hours after the Queen s death He stated Queen Elizabeth will be remembered as one of the best queens of all time for her dignity sense of duty courage and devotion to her people always and at all times 438 nbsp King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden released a statement expressing his condolences at the loss of his dear relative He said The Queen served her countries and the Commonwealth with outstanding dedication and duty She has been a constant presence not only in British society but also internationally She has always been dear to my family and a precious link in our shared family history We offer our heartfelt condolences to Her Majesty s family and her peoples 439 nbsp King Vajiralongkorn and Queen Mother Sirikit of Thailand sent separate messages of condolences to Charles III evoking the two state visits made by the Queen in 1972 and 1996 440 nbsp President of the United Arab Emirates and Emir of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan extended his sincere condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the UK Calling Queen Elizabeth a close friend of the UAE he also stated that she was a beloved and respected leader whose long reign was characterised by dignity compassion and a tireless commitment to serving her country 441 In response to her death UAE declared a three day mourning period with flags flown in half mast in the public and private sectors and in the country s embassies abroad 442 The Emir of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates also offered his condolences on Twitter stating that she was a global icon who represented the finest qualities of her nation and people and her incredible lifetime of service and duty to the United Kingdom is unparalleled in our modern world 441 Religious leaders editChristian edit Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby seniormost bishop of the Church of England of which the Queen was the Supreme Governor paid tribute to her and recalled her trust in God and profound love for God 443 Welby further stated that Anglican churches across the country would offer a physical space in which people can express their sorrow and find hope and abundant life throughout the period of national mourning 444 In addition Vincent Nichols the Catholic Archbishop of Westminster paid tribute to the Queen saying that her faith so often and so eloquently proclaimed in her public messages has been an inspiration to me and I am sure to many 444 Pope Francis Pope and sovereign of the Vatican City said in a telegram that I willingly join all who mourn her loss in praying for the late Queen s eternal rest and in paying tribute to her life of unstinting service to the good of the Nation and the Commonwealth her example of devotion to duty her steadfast witness of faith in Jesus Christ and her firm hope in his promises 445 Bartholomew the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople signed a condolences book at the British consulate in Istanbul 446 Hierarchs of the Coptic Orthodox Church stationed in Egypt including Pope Tawadros II and Bishop Angaelos also offered condolences The Coptic Orthodox Church mourns Queen Elizabeth of Britain who left our mortal world after sitting on the throne of Great Britain as a queen for more than 70 years o ver the course of her reign Her Majesty used her position for good serving the nation through tireless visits to various charities and organisations that serve the wider community and the most vulnerable 447 Catholicos of All Armenians of the Armenian Apostolic Church Karekin II sent a letter of condolence to King Charles III of the UK on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Karekin II added that for seven decades the Queen inspired unity among her people and became a symbol of strength and determination in the most difficult times 448 Patriarch of the Georgian Orthodox Church Ilia II sent his condolences to the royal family describing the Queen as the most outstanding monarch of our time 449 In a statement posted on the website of the Russian Orthodox Church Patriarch of Moscow Kirill stated that Her Majesty remained a symbol of the stability continuity and coherence of the centuries old historical traditions not only for her homeland but also for the whole European continent also remarking that the Queen was an example of deep spirituality and supreme culture 450 Other edit The Grand Imam of al Azhar Ahmed el Tayeb extended his condolences to King Charles the British royal family and the people of the United Kingdom adding that that influencing personality who spent her life serving her nation and excelled to elevate her people 451 The 14th Dalai Lama sent his condolences to King Charles III in which he said that the Queen lived a meaningful life with dignity grace a strong sense of service and a warm heart 452 Cancellations postponements and closures in the UK editPostponements edit The ceremony that was due to be held to mark the transitioning of Colchester from town to city status was cancelled 453 The last two concerts of the BBC Proms including the Last Night were cancelled as a mark of respect 454 The National Television Awards were postponed and rescheduled to 13 October as the original date of the ceremony 15 September fell during the period of national mourning 455 The Mercury Prize was among the events that were called off while the Royal Opera House announced that they would not go on with the opening night of one of their new productions and would not be operating on the day of the state funeral 456 The Liberal Democrat Autumn conference was scrapped 457 Tynwald postponed its meeting on cost of living crisis until 22 September 458 The Trades Union Congress also cancelled their annual conference as a sign of respect 459 Following the announcement of the Queen s death the RMT and ASLEF unions suspended planned train strikes scheduled for 15 and 17 September A Royal Mail strike by the CWU planned for the following day was also suspended 460 461 The Royal College of Nursing delayed their strike ballot 462 The Bank of England postponed their interest rate decision by one week 463 The Department for Digital Culture Media and Sport DCMS first issued guidance to sporting bodies after the death was announced Most sporting bodies cancelled events until at least 11 September but some events between 8 and 11 September went ahead as scheduled with mourning protocol such as pregame observation of a moment of silence playing of God Save the King and all players wearing black armbands 464 465 466 All matches sanctioned by the British Boxing Board of Control were ordered postponed until 11 September The English Cricket Board suspended all fixtures scheduled for 9 September including the second day of the third test between England and South Africa the first day had already been called off due to weather and 2022 Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy the matches were later declared no result 467 The Third Test resumed on 10 September with day three as the match cannot be extended due to South Africa needing travel and rest time before their tour of India 466 The remainder of the 2022 Tour of Britain was cancelled and the event was declared complete after its fifth of eight stages 468 The Premier League English Football League 464 NIFL Premiership and Scottish Professional Football League SPFL postponed matches scheduled for 9 September 469 On 9 September all English Northern Irish Welsh and professional Scottish football was suspended until 11 September 465 470 This decision was heavily criticised by supporters groups journalists and former players 471 472 473 The British Horseracing Authority ordered the suspension of all racing until 10 September 469 The St Leger Stakes the Champagne Stakes and the Park Stakes the Doncaster Cup and the Flying Childers Stakes were all postponed 474 The St Leger Stakes started with a two minute silence 475 Horse racing events on the day of the funeral were also cancelled 476 Play in the 2022 BMW PGA Championship was suspended until 10 September 465 No play took place on 9 September and all facilities were closed 469 477 Premiership Rugby postponed all matches until 9 September Individual teams may request the postponement of fixtures if the team has connections to the royal family or the availability of players is impacted by their commitments to serve official public safety duties tied to the mourning period 478 469 The Scottish Rugby Union postponed all matches until the weekend of 11 September 469 The Great North Run half marathon cancelled its Great North 5k sister event 479 its Junior and Mini Great North Run events but went on with the remainder of its programme Organisers stated that the event would provide an opportunity for people to come together and express condolences and that the event s charitable contributions would be a fitting tribute to the Queen who lived her life in service to the country and its people 480 Businesses and organisations edit Organisations including Kew Gardens the National Gallery Hampton Court Palace the Tower of London and Legoland Windsor closed on Friday 9 September to show respect 481 Department store Selfridges also closed 482 Many businesses decided to close on Monday 19 September the day of the funeral 483 Retailers including John Lewis Harrods Primark B amp Q Homebase Poundland Screwfix Wickes and Toolstation announced that they would not open as a mark of respect and to allow employees to watch the funeral 484 485 486 Supermarket chains Aldi Morrisons and Lidl also announced their intention to close while Waitrose announced the majority of stores would close except those on the funeral route which are scheduled to close for the duration of the funeral 484 487 486 Larger Tesco and Sainsbury s stores were to be closed for the duration of the day with smaller stores open after 5 p m 488 Many supermarkets also stated that their forecourts would be closed until 5 p m on the day of the funeral 489 Costa and Greggs announced full day closures for their stores while McDonald s said they planned to be closed until 5 p m 490 491 Odeon Picturehouse and Cineworld announced the closures of all their cinemas Vue announced the closure of most of its cinemas with those remaining open instead showing the funeral free of charge 492 493 Museums including the Science Museum and Natural History Museum 494 and zoos including Chester Zoo Colchester Zoo and Banham Zoo also announced that they were to close 495 496 497 The DVSA suspended theory and practical examinations on 19 September 498 Many councils across the UK postponed bin collections while others closed recycling centres and libraries 499 500 Heathrow Airport announced that no landings and takeoffs would take place for a thirty minute period starting at 11 40 a m on the day of the funeral to avoid disturbances for aircraft during the planned two minute silence for the Queen with the rest of the day having numerous arrival and departure changes 501 Center Parcs announced that it was planning to close its sites and remove visitors residing there for the day of the funeral but subsquent backlash led to its changing its position to allowing guests already there to stay but closing all facilities and delaying new arrivals 502 TfL announced a ban on buskers during the national period of mourning after initially announcing a three day ban 503 Apple and Microsoft paid tribute on their homepage updated with a black and white image of Queen Elizabeth II 504 In addition Google changed the logo on its website to a grey version 505 Organisations editInternational edit nbsp NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg tweeted his condolences Including a post with an accompanying photograph of the flags in front of the NATO headquarters in Brussels that the flags of all 30 NATO Allies are at half mast in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II a strong supporter of our transatlantic Alliance our armed forces amp our values I will always remember her wisdom and warmth 241 nbsp United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres issued a statement that highlighted and paid tribute to the length of Queen Elizabeth II s reign and her grace dignity and dedication to her duty and her status as a good friend of the United Nations 34 The General Assembly observed a minute s silence in her honour on 8 September 506 nbsp President of the European Council Charles Michel said Once called Elizabeth the Steadfast she never failed to show us the importance of lasting values in a modern world with her service and commitment 34 President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen described the Queen as one of the most respected personalities worldwide 34 nbsp Commonwealth of Nations Secretary General Patricia Scotland said Her Majesty loved the Commonwealth and the Commonwealth loved her During her reign she travelled more than any monarch in history visiting every part of our family of nations The growth and vibrancy of our modern Commonwealth is a credit to her and testament to her dedication wisdom and leadership 34 nbsp International Olympic Committee IOC president Thomas Bach lamented the loss of a great supporter of sport and of the Olympic Movement Our thoughts are with the Royal Family and in particular our IOC colleague Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal and all the members of the Olympic community in the United Kingdom and across the Commonwealth 507 IOC flags were flown at half mast and the Executive Board held a minute s silence in honour of the Queen 507 nbsp International Paralympic Committee IPC president Andrew Parsons said the IPC sends its deepest condolences to the Royal Family of the United Kingdom following the very sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 507 nbsp FIFA president Gianni Infantino described the Queen s death as a huge loss to football to our society and to the world and recalled her presenting of the Jules Rimet Trophy to England captain Bobby Moore following their team s victory in the 1966 FIFA World Cup final 508 International Federation for Equestrian Sports FEI stated the Queen was an incredible role model and shining light within the equestrian community who was awarded the FEI Lifetime Achievement Award for her dedication to equestrian sports and that her devotion to horses will forever be admired and cherished within our community 507 United Kingdom edit The University of Derby s Vice Chancellor Professor Kathryn Mitchell described the Queen s 70 year reign as a remarkable achievement and added that her commitment and leadership are an inspiration to us all 509 Vice Chancellors and spokespeople from Staffordshire University Keele University the University of Essex and Lancaster University paid their tributes by reflecting on the past visits by the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh 510 511 512 Australia edit nbsp Flags at half staff in the University of Sydney following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II Queen Elizabeth II was the patron of 27 organisations in Australia Some of these organisations have released statements to pay tribute to her service to their organisation 513 The Anglican Mothers Union Australia said that we will always remember her intelligence and humility in making wise decisions her charm and sense of humour and her sincere caring and gentleness Hers was a life born to serve God and all humanity and her legacy will live on in so many ways 513 The Australian Medical Association said that the AMA pays tribute to the long reign of Queen Elizabeth II and acknowledges the many intersections that the medical profession in Australia has with organisations enjoying royal patronage The AMA acknowledges the Queen s selfless service and expresses our condolences to her family 513 The Australian Physiotherapy Association said we pay our respects to the decades of service she gave to the Commonwealth We admire the grace and dignity with which she led her life of duty 513 The Australian Red Cross said that the Australian Red Cross pays tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of her death Her Majesty was a supporter of the work of the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement across the world including in Australia 513 Melbourne s Royal Children s Hospital said we will always be proud of our long association with the Queen and send our sympathies to HRH King Charles and the Royal Family and thank them for the special relationship the RCH was privileged to enjoy during Her Majesty s reign 513 Melbourne s Royal Women s Hospital said the Women s is a strong supporter of gender equity so we are grateful for the Queen s example of female leadership which was admired by many people 513 The Royal Melbourne Hospital said that the Royal Melbourne Hospital extends our deepest condolences to The Royal Family on the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II The Queen was a much loved patron of the RMH since taking her reign in 1952 513 Racing Victoria said Racing Victoria extends its heartfelt condolences following the sad news of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II An avid racegoer breeder and owner Queen Elizabeth s love of the horse and thoroughbred racing was an unmistakable characteristic of her reign 513 RSL Australia said she dedicated her life to the service of her nation and the peoples of the Commonwealth and never shirked this great responsibility The RSL will be forever grateful for her commitment encouragement and support for our veterans and service personnel 513 Scouts Australia said her outstanding example of service encouragement and kindness was an inspiration to us all 513 The Australian War Memorial, wikipedia, wiki, book, books, library,

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