On April 17, 2007, Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing sent a message to U.S. Secretary of State Rice over the VA. Tech Massacre. The full text of the message is as follows:

 

 

Beijing, April 17, 2007

 

The Honorable Condoleezza Rice

Secretary of State of the United States of America

Washington, DC

 

 

Dear Madam Secretary,

 

              I have learned with shock about the deadly shooting incident in Virginia Tech and condemn the deplorable act of violence that has caused severe loss of lives and injuries.  On behalf of the Chinese Government and people, I hereby express deep condolences on the death of the victims. I also wish to express heartfelt sympathy to the Government and people of the United States, the injured and the families of the deceased in particular, and best wishes to the injured for their early recovery.

 

 

 

Li Zhaoxing

Minister of Foreign Affairs

People's Republic of China