PM sends condolences to Korea

I extend to you and the people of the Republic of Korea my sincerest condolences and that of the people of Fiji.

This is part of the condolence message sent by Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama to the President of the Republic of Korea on the recent ferry sinking.

In his message the PM said comforting thoughts are difficult at a time like this especially where young people and children are also involved.

He added the thoughts of the Fijian people are with the nation and prayers are offered that God's peace be upon the victims of their families.

After three days, divers have now entered the ferry and retrieved 26 bodies, bringing the death toll to 58.

However, another 244 people are still missing. Some 174 passengers were rescued.

According to CNN the captain faces several charges including abandoning his boat and if convicted, he faces from five years to life in prison.

Three helmsman and a 25 year old third mate have also been arrested over the incident.

Story By: Gwen Mc Goon