Message of Condolence from the Hon. Dickon Mitchell, CARICOM Chair - Passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal, GCMG AC ONZ OE OCC KC FRSA NIIV OM
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) mourns the passing of Sir Shridath “Sonny” Ramphal, son of the Region and leading international statesman.
We laud his pivotal contributions to regional integration and development, as an eminent jurist, Minister of Government and Attorney-General in his native Guyana; Chancellor of the University of Guyana and The University of the West Indies; and Chief Negotiator for CARICOM on External Trade Relations.
His influence extended beyond our shores to the international arena, where his decisive leadership as Commonwealth Secretary-General impacted outcomes on global matters including the ending of apartheid in southern Africa. Further, his deep intellectual interest in regional development issues led to significant publications, which are an invaluable legacy for the young people of our Region.
The Conference of Heads of Government was pleased to welcome his reflections and perspectives when he virtually addressed the 45th Regular Heads of Government Meeting in July 2023 as we marked CARICOM’s 50th anniversary.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family members and friends.
May his soul rest in peace.
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Hon. Dickon Mitchell
Chair of the Caribbean Community and Prime Minister of Grenada
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