RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman sent a cable of condolences and consolation to President of the Republic of Ecuador Lenin Moreno, on the death of the former president of his country Gustavo Noboa.

In his cable, the King said: "We received the news of the death of the former president of the Republic of Ecuador Gustavo Noboa and as we express the warmest condolences and sincere consolation to Your Excellency, the family of the deceased and your friendly people, hoping that you may not see neither a harm nor a mischief".

Crown Prince Muhammad Bin Salman, deputy prime minister and minister of defense, too sent a cable of condolences and consolation to Ecuador President Moreno, on the death of the former president of his country Gustavo Noboa.

The Crown Prince said: "I received the news of the death of the former president of the Republic of Ecuador Gustavo Noboa. I express to Your Excellency and entire family of the deceased utmost condolences and sincere consolation, wishing you permanent good health and safety." — SPA