GCTU MOURNS OVER QUAKE VICTIMS IN CHINA
19 мая 2008 г.

In connection with the destructive earthquake in China, GCTU General Secretary Vladimir Scherbakov sent a message of sympathy and solidarity to the leader of Chinese trade unions that reads as follows.

Bro. Wang Zhaoguo
Chairman of the All-China Federation
of Trade Unions
Beijing, People’s Republic of China

Dear Brother Wang Zhaoguo,

We were deeply shocked at the reports about the ruinous earthquake in the Sichuan Province involving a loss of numerous human lives and heavy material damage. We share the anguish and sufferings with those who fell victim to this natural disaster.

On behalf of the General Confederation of Trade Unions we convey our deep sympathy and sincere condolences to the workers and trade unions of China, and to the relatives and friends of those who died in the earthquake.

Vladimir Scherbakov
GCTU General Secretary