Prime Minister Hun Sen sent a message on July 19 expressing condolences to German Chancellor Angela Merkel and the German people after flooding killed hundreds there and left thousands more missing.

“I am deeply grieved by the news about the massive flooding that hit western Germany on July 15, which has claimed the lives of more than one hundred people and injured many others, while thousands are still missing,” the message read.

“While standing in solidarity with our friends – the German people – in this difficult time, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the bereaved families for the loss of their loved ones, and my best wishes for a speedy recovery and resilience to those who have been injured and a timely rescue for those who remain missing,” he said.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Prak Sokhonn also sent a condolence letter to his German counterpart Heiko Maas.

“I am very saddened to hear about the catastrophic flooding that hit western Germany on July 15. This tragic flooding claimed the lives of more than a 100 people and injured many others, while thousands more are missing,” he said.