KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob representing the entire Keluarga Malaysia expressed condolences and sadness to the Royal family, government and people of the United Kingdom on the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

He said Her Majesty, who was also the longest-reigning monarch of Britain, was known for her dedication to looking after the welfare of her people.

in a post on his Facebook, the Prime Minister said her services in maintaining good relations between the United Kingdom and countries around the world including Malaysia will always be remembered and appreciated.

"I hope Her Majesty's royal family and the people will continue to persevere in the face of this moment of grief," he said.

Meanwhile, on his Twitter page, Ismail Sabri described the passing of Her Majesty as a truly irreparable loss to the Commonwealth and the world.

Buckingham Palace on Thursday announced Queen Elizabeth II, has died at the age of 96.


Ismail Sabri also issued a letter of condolence to his United Kingdom counterpart Elizabeth Truss.

In the letter, which was shared by the Prime Minister's Office, he said Her Majesty would always be remembered for her selfless devotion to her service.

"She will be respected dearly for her unwavering commitment to the Commonwealth and her contribution in efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between the United Kingdom and Malaysia.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved people of the United Kingdom during this time of mourning and sorrow," he wrote.

-- BERNAMA