President Xi extends condolences over fire disaster in Switzerland

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People gather around a makeshift memorial to pay their respects by laying flowers, candles and messages near the Constellation bar in Crans-Montana in honor of the victims of the fire that ripped through the venue in the Alpine ski resort on New Year's Eve in Switzerland, January 4, 2026. /VCG

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday extended condolences to President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin over the fire tragedy in Valais Canton.

In his message, Xi noted that the massive fire in Crans-Montana, a town in the Valais Canton, caused significant casualties.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi conveyed deep condolences to the victims and expressed sincere sympathies to the bereaved families, wishing those injured a speedy recovery.

Source(s): Xinhua News Agency

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