Eritrean president receives SPLM leader.(ERINA)In his message of condolence, the president said: "On this tragic occasion, I express continued support on behalf of the State of Eritrea and that of myself to the SPLM/A in its historic endeavours to bring the comprehensive peace agreement to a successful conclusion."

President Isayas went on to express his deep sorrow on the death of Dr John Garang to Commander Salva, the bereaved family and members of SPLM/A in particular and to the brotherly Sudanese people in general.

In a similar message, the Secretary of People’s Front for Democracy and Justice (PFDJ), Mr Al-Amin Mohammed Seid, said that the death of Dr John Garang is a great loss not only to the Sudanese people but also to the entire people of the region and forces that stand for peace and stability in the Sudan.