The message said:

I, on behalf of the people and government of the Republic of Burundi and on my own behalf, express heartfelt consolation and deepest reverence to you on the occasion of the third anniversary of demise of HE Kim Jong Il, the eternal leader of the Korean people.

Availing ourselves of this opportunity, we affirm our firm resolution to make efforts to boost the excellent relations of friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

Reaffirming to Your Excellency and the people of the DPRK our commitment to boosting the excellent relations of friendship and cooperation between the two countries, we send highest regards to Your Excellency.