Dear Hong, I hope this message finds you in good health and high spirits. I would like to join APRALO members and other colleagues in taking this moment to thank you for your wonderful leadership and work as APRALO's Chairperson. It is true that we had hoped for your active participation till the end of your term. Indeed you have guided us and helped us during our journey towards the right direction and both your knowledge and experience on the critical issues we face cannot be replaced. That is why, we look forward and hope for your continued participation in APRALO and ALAC activities according to your convenience. APRALO enters an important phase now as we move ahead for election to identify the crew to steer the RALO with a long term leadership and your ALSs vote counts! Take care and see you soon! -- Regards. -------------------------- Fouad Bajwa