Prime Minister Keith Mitchell has forwarded a message of condolence to President George Bush, on the passing for Former President Ronald Reagan. The message was forwarded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, via fax, to the Embassy of the United States of America in St. George’s this morning. Following is the text of the message: “On behalf of the Government and people of Grenada, and on my own behalf, I extend sincere condolences to the Government and people of the United States of America on the passing of Former President Ronald Reagan, a stalwart in the advancement of democracy. During his tenure as President of the United States of America, his unique style of leadership blended skillful negotiation and unwavering principles with genuine sensitivity and concern for people, particularly the underprivileged and the oppressed. Moreover, his contribution to international peace and security left its mark, and he gained the admiration and respect of world leaders for the furtherance of his ideals for a just and free world. For this he will surely be remembered. The people of Grenada, in particular, remember his decisive contribution to the return of democracy and the rule of law, when the anarchists had taken control and the tragic events of October 1983 were unfolding. The initiative by former President Reagan to subsequently provide scholarships for Grenadians to study in the USA has yet to be matched by any of his successors. I also take this opportunity extend profound sympathy to his wife, a woman of tremendous courage and, certainly, a wealth of support in his achievements, as well as the other members of his family, at this time of sorrow. Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration. SOURCE: OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER