Greetings from British VIPs
Saturday, October 13, 2007
SINCERE Hari Raya greetings from three British dignitaries:
Greetings from His Excellency Mr John Saville, British High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam:
On behalf of my family and the staff at the British High Commission, I'd like to express very best wishes to all Muslims in Brunei Darussalam at this special time. I am always so impressed with the very strong tradition of hospitality and sharing here, expressed by the custom of open houses for Hari Raya. Attending these and celebrating together will, I know, help to strengthen further the close friendship and understanding which both our countries have enjoyed for so long.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri Maaf Zahir dan Batin.
Greetings from British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown:
I am delighted to send my warmest wishes to our Muslim communities for the forthcoming celebration of Eid-al-Fitr.
I know that the Holy Month of Ramadhan has an important and special meaning for the many and diverse Muslim communities all over the world. The period of daily fasting gives you a time to reflect on your lives and your faith.
This celebration is also important for everyone in our country as it reminds us all of our shared obligation to help those less fortunate than ourselves.
Islamic art, science, philosophy and thought have enriched our lives over many centuries. And in Britain, of course, our Muslim communities make a huge contribution to all fields of our national life and the United Kingdom's prosperity. This is something we can all be proud of.
With best wishes at this special time. Eid Mubarak.
Greetings from British Foreign Secretary, David Miliband:
I am pleased to send you my best wishes for the joyous occasion of Eid Al Fitr. I am aware that for Muslims all over the world, it is a day of celebration, fellowship, brotherhood and unity - a day to be thankful for the good things we receive and for our friends and family.
The two million Britons who follow the faith of Islam remind me that we are part of a global family. We are linked by more than simply citizenship or religion or geography. We are linked by our shared values and the challenges we face together. And so Eid al Fitr is also an opportunity for me to remember the friends and relationships we have across the Muslim world.
On behalf of all my colleagues in the Foreign Office, I would like to wish you Eid Mubarak.The Brunei Times
Greetings from His Excellency Mr John Saville, British High Commissioner to Brunei Darussalam:
On behalf of my family and the staff at the British High Commission, I'd like to express very best wishes to all Muslims in Brunei Darussalam at this special time. I am always so impressed with the very strong tradition of hospitality and sharing here, expressed by the custom of open houses for Hari Raya. Attending these and celebrating together will, I know, help to strengthen further the close friendship and understanding which both our countries have enjoyed for so long.
Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri Maaf Zahir dan Batin.
Greetings from British Prime Minister, Gordon Brown:
I am delighted to send my warmest wishes to our Muslim communities for the forthcoming celebration of Eid-al-Fitr.
I know that the Holy Month of Ramadhan has an important and special meaning for the many and diverse Muslim communities all over the world. The period of daily fasting gives you a time to reflect on your lives and your faith.
This celebration is also important for everyone in our country as it reminds us all of our shared obligation to help those less fortunate than ourselves.
Islamic art, science, philosophy and thought have enriched our lives over many centuries. And in Britain, of course, our Muslim communities make a huge contribution to all fields of our national life and the United Kingdom's prosperity. This is something we can all be proud of.
With best wishes at this special time. Eid Mubarak.
Greetings from British Foreign Secretary, David Miliband:
I am pleased to send you my best wishes for the joyous occasion of Eid Al Fitr. I am aware that for Muslims all over the world, it is a day of celebration, fellowship, brotherhood and unity - a day to be thankful for the good things we receive and for our friends and family.
The two million Britons who follow the faith of Islam remind me that we are part of a global family. We are linked by more than simply citizenship or religion or geography. We are linked by our shared values and the challenges we face together. And so Eid al Fitr is also an opportunity for me to remember the friends and relationships we have across the Muslim world.
On behalf of all my colleagues in the Foreign Office, I would like to wish you Eid Mubarak.The Brunei Times
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