Statement attributable to the Spokesperson for the Secretary-General - on the death of Vice President Saulos Chilima of the Republic of Malawi

The Secretary-General is deeply saddened by the tragic death of H.E. Dr. Saulos Klaus Chilima, Vice President of the Republic of Malawi, and nine others, in an airplane crash on 10 June in the Chikangawa forest in Malawi.

The Secretary-General conveys his sincere condolences to the Government and the people of Malawi for the loss of Vice President Chilima.  He also extends his condolences to the families and loved ones of the deceased.

The United Nations stands in solidarity with Malawians in this difficult period.

Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General

New York, 12 June 2024

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