Mr Colin Powell
Secretary of State
Department of State
Washington D. C.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Dear Secretary of State,

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is shocked and saddened at the tragic death of the seven astronauts on board the space shuttle 1 February 2003.

We share your grief and that of the families and friends of those pioneers who had passionately committed themselves to advancing humanity’s discovery of the third frontier for the benefit of us all.

On behalf of the entire Caribbean Community, I wish to convey through you the attached message of condolence to the Government and people of the United States as well as to the families, friends and colleagues of those who perished.

Please accept, Mr Secretary of State, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Julian R. Hunte.

Minister of External Affairs, International Trade and Civil Aviation of Saint Lucia and
Chairman of the Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR)
of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM)