Here follows a statement by The Bahamas High Commission in London:

The people of The Bahamas send their sympathies and condolences to our Friends the Belgian people.

The government of The Bahamas through its High Commission in London is closely monitoring the situation and extends its deep condolences and regret to the Belgian government and all those who have fallen victim.

The Bahamas High Commission in London is in touch with its Honorary Consul in Brussels and is recommending for all Bahamian Nationals in Brussels to take shelter in secured locations and avoid all public transportation.

Bahamian citizens are urged to be aware of local events, follow local authority instructions and to monitor local media for further developments.

The Bahamas High Commission in London and the Honorary Consul in Brussels will continue to work to determine the status of all Bahamian citizens in Brussels.

The Commonwealth of The Bahamas stands with the people of Belgium in yesterday’s horrific attacks.