Just as we did last year, we wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

This is an occasion for Family and Friends. This is an occasion to share gifts and affection.

We know that some of you will be away from your families, for differing reasons.

This is a time of the year when distances are harder to bear.

And we also know that living this occasion with happiness and festivities is not always possible. Due to health, painful absences or personal difficulties.

We want to address you all a friendly word, wishing that you may spend this time in peace.

It is difficult at times but, whether near or far, let us do our best to live these moments with happiness.

Merry Christmas to you all and may the New Year be generous to each one of you.