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The Chinese President Xi Jinping has condoled with the families and friends of those killed in Sunday’s plane crash.

The Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed just a few minutes after takeoff from Bole International Airport, killing all 157 people on board.

In his message, President Xi conveyed both his personal condolences as well as his country’s, adding that China was ready to offer any assistance if called upon.

“Upon learning with shock of the tragic crash of the Ethiopian Airlines flight which claimed lives of many including Ethiopian and Chinese citizens, I wish to, on behalf of the Government and People of the People’s Republic of China and in my own name, extend my deepest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families who lost their loved ones. I am fully convinced that the Ethiopian Government will efficiently and effectively conduct follow-up work in the aftermath of the accident. China stands ready to provide necessary support and assistance,” the message from President Xi read.

Following that tragic crash, Ethiopia, China and Indonesia have all suspended the use of the Boeing 737 MAX 8, with reports suggesting possible software changes by Boeing were not communicated to pilots worldwide.

Investigations to determine the cause of the crash are still ongoing, and the Black Box from the plane was discovered on Monday.