Palestinian President congratulates President Mnangagwa
By Edward Makuzva
The President of the State of Palestine and Chairman of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organisation, President Mahmoud Abbas has congratulated President Emmerson Mnangagwa on his re-election following last week’s harmonised elections, for a new term of office.
President Abbas added that he wished him all the success and good health, to further strengthen Zimbabwe-Palestian ties.
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission chairperson Justice Priscilla Chigumba announced on Saturday night that President Mnangagwa had won the elections, thus granting him a second term in office.
“It is my great pleasure to express to your excellency our heartfelt congratulations, for your re- election as president of the Republic of Zimbabwe for a new term of office.
“Wishing you continued success in performing your exalted duties in leading your people and country towards achieving your national goals and ambitions.
“We cease this opportunity to express our pride in the existing mutual relations of friendship and cooperation and our keen interest to continue our combined efforts towards its reinforcement, in the interest of our two peoples and countries.
“We deeply appreciate your stands towards the just legitimate struggle of our people to gain their freedom and independence. Please accept our best wishes to Your Excellency of good health and happiness and to your friendly people and country, further progress and prosperity”, President Abbas explained.
