STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT MBEKI ON THE BRITISH GENERAL ELECTION

Issued by The Presidency

8 June 2001

I would like to convey to Prime Minister Tony Blair my warmest congratulations on his party's excellent showing in the British general election.

The decisive outcome ensures continuity and ongoing partnership between South Africa and Britain in dealing with problems facing our own country, Africa, the Commonwealth and the international community.

I look forward, when I visit Britain next week, to resuming friendly personal contact with Mr. Blair and pursuing these interests with resolution and vigour.

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