IMO Secretary-General Kitack Lim expressed his heartfelt condolences to the members of the Royal Family, the Government, the people of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, and the Commonwealth following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The United Kingdom is the Host Country of the International Maritime Organization. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II opened the new building of IMO in 1983 and also visited the Organization to mark its seventieth anniversary
It is with great sorrow and sadness that we have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The entire Membership of the International Maritime Organization and the staff share the grief with deep sympathy at this difficult time
Mr. Lim said.
Her Majesty unveiled a commemorative plaque and met the guests attending the event, including representatives of IMO Member States, inter-governmental and international non-governmental organizations, and IMO Secretariat staff.
I had the immense honour and privilege to meet Her Majesty here at IMO. Her genuine interest in shipping and maritime matters was remarkable
Mr. Lim said.
Her Majesty’s dedication and service will continue to inspire everyone and will always be remembered.
