Marape sends condolence message to Queen Elizabeth

PRIME Minister James Marape has conveyed his condolences to Queen Elizabeth following the passing of her husband Prince Philip.
Marape in a statement said that Prince Philip and the Queen came to PNG on various visits over the years and would be remembered and cherished by the people.
“We are deeply saddened to hear of Your Majesty’s loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this period of great sorrow,” he said.
Meanwhile, Governor-General Grand Chief Sir Bob Dadae has on behalf of the nation expressed his condolences to Queen Elizabeth on the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh.
Sir Bob said the passing of Prince Philip marked a sad day in history not only for the Royal family but the Commonwealth of which PNG is a part of.
Sir Bob acknowledged the long and outstanding service rendered by Prince Philip, over the last 70 years and said it was nothing short of remarkable and a reflection of outstanding loyal service to the Queen, country and the Commonwealth.
“Always a step behind the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh has been an unwavering support to the Queen and the Royal family and took on the untraditional role of supervising the royal household and raising the Royal family at a time when household duties were the sole responsibility of housewives and mothers.”
“As Her Majesty had once remarked, Prince Philip was ‘my strength and stay all these years’.”