The President of the Republic addressed a message of congratulations to the President elect of Chile, Michelle Bachelet.

Following is the text of the message from President Cavaco Silva:

“Madam President Elect,

Upon receiving the news of Your Excellency’s election to the High Office of President of the Republic of Chile, I hasten to address you, on behalf of the people of Portugal and in my own personal name, our most sincere congratulations and best wishes for the performance of your Magistracy, to which you have once more been called.

Your Excellency’s election results from a democratic electoral process and highly voted plebiscite, a further unquestionable proof of the Chilean people’s adhesion to the fundamental values of Democracy and Rule of Law.

In bilateral terms I am certain that, such as in the past, the historic relations of friendship and cooperation enjoined by Chile and Portugal will find new opportunities to be developed and deepened, for the benefit of both our Peoples.

Renewing my sincere congratulations, I beg you to accept, madam President Elect, my best wishes for your personal welfare and for the increasing progress of the People of Chile.

Aníbal Cavaco Silva”