The PNCR has acknowledged the work and contribution of Sir Shridath Ramphal.
In a statement read at its press conference on Thursday, the party recalled that Sir Shridath, as Minister of Foreign Affairs, was instrumental in the successful hosting of the 1972 Foreign Minister’s meeting in Georgetown; played a leading role in the establishment of the Caribbean Commu-nity; was one of the architects of the ACP Agreement, in 1975, and the first LOME Convention; was an important player in the recognition of both Cuba and China; and a tireless champion for the cause of the under developed countries.
Read in part by PNCR parliamentarian Aubrey Norton, the statement said that in addition to these successful labours, Sir Shridath became Secretary General of the Commonwealth and made his mark by seeking to bridge the differences between the developed and developing countries. In his capacity as Commonwealth Secretary General, he provided courageous support and inspired leadership in finding solutions for the independence of Zimbabwe and the more intractable problem of South Africa.
It was articulated that the party wished to place on record its deep appreciation of Sir Shridath’s sterling service to this nation and his seminal contributions to the integration and progress of the Caribbean region. It also extended very best wishes to this distinguished Guyanese on his 80th birthday, come 3 October 2008.
The PNCR added that many outstanding Guyanese and West Indian personalities, including Professor Rex Nettleford, praised and thanked Sir Shridath for his services to the region and the world. The PNCR joins in the tributes to this outstanding Guyanese and world statesman.
