President Gayoom congratulates Elizabeth II on 50th anniversary of her becoming British Queen

MALE, Feb 6 (HNS) - President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom has sent a message of greetings to Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of her accession to the British throne. In the message, the President conveyed warm greetings and sincere felicitations to the Queen on behalf of the government and people of Maldives and on his own behalf. President Gayoom noted that the momentous event is an occasion for celebration in the United Kingdom and throughout the Commonwealth and for the expression of admiration for one of the most endearing and humane personalities of our time. He added that it is also an opportunity to reflect on how progress has been achieved, freedom advanced, and co-operation developed within the Commonwealth over the past half a century. The President concluded his message by wishing Queen Elizabeth II good health and happiness, as well as peace, progress and prosperity for the people of the United Kingdom and for the entire Commonwealth.