Statement on the Death of Baroness Thatcher

MON 08 APRIL 2013

Prime Minister

Beijing, People's Republic of China

I learned this evening in Beijing of the death of Baroness Thatcher.

Her service as the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom was a history making achievement.

Her strength of conviction was recognised by her closest supporters and her strongest opponents.

I extend my sincere condolences and those of my fellow Australians to her family and friends.