The Sovereign expresses deep sadness for the death of the former Georgian president and re-collects with esteem the late president's qualities and political experience that made of him a great Statesman with marks on the contemporary history of his country which he served with loyalty and self-denial.

    HM the King also extends to President Margvelachvili, to the late President's relatives and to the Georgian friendly people, sincere condolences and deep sympathy.