Press Release

H.E. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, President of the United Republic of Tanzania has sent congratulatory message to The Right Honourable Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada on the occasion of the National Day of Canada.

The message reads as follows.

“The Right Honourable Stephen Harper,

  The Prime Minister of Canada,

          Rt. Honourable and Dear colleague,

On behalf of the People and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, and indeed on my own behalf, I extend to you and through you to the People of Canada, my sincere congratulations on the occasion of Canada's National Day.

Tanzania and Canada continue to enjoy excellent bilateral relations that date back to the early years of our independence. Throughout the years, our two nations have continued to work together to strengthen our friendship, cooperation and partnership both at the individual and Government levels. As you celebrate your county's National Day, I take this opportunity to reiterate my personal commitment and that of my Government to work closely with you and Your Government in elevating to greater heights, the cordial bilateral relations that happily exist between our two countries and peoples.

I wish you, Rt. Honourable, personal good health and prosperity as you lead the people of Canada.

May I once again congratulate you on your National Day. Please accept, Rt. Honourable Prime Minister, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. Dar es Salaam, 30^th June, 2015