Nine years ago the Consulate General was the target of a terrorist attack in which ten members of staff, two police officers guarding the building and many members of the local community were killed. Numerous other people were injured.
That is why on this day we hold a solemn ceremony here at the Consulate General and lay wreaths to commemorate those who lost their lives.
Our thoughts go out to the families and friends of all those who lost loved ones on this day nine years ago.