Xi sends condolences over deadly Angola flooding

President Xi Jinping extended a message of sympathy to Angolan President Joao Lourenco on Friday over the deadly flooding that led to major casualties and losses in the country in southern Africa.

Xi said he was shocked to learn that heavy rains have hit Luanda, the country's capital and most populous city, and other regions, resulting in major casualties and property loss.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people, the president expressed deep condolences over those who lost their lives and expressed sincere sympathies to their families as well as to the injured and disaster-hit residents.