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Statement attributable to the Spokesman for the Secretary-General on the death of President Niyazov of Turkmenistan
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Statements | Spokesperson for the Secretary-General
The Secretary-General has learned of the sudden death of Turkmen President Saparmurat Atayevich Niyazov. President Niyazov made important contributions to United Nations peace processes in Tajikistan and Afghanistan.
The Secretary-General extends his condolences to the family of the late President and people of Turkmenistan.