Nicaragua: President Ortega Laments the Passing of Former President of Surinam Desi Bouterse
Former President of Suriname Desi Bouterse, Photo: La Prensa
December 25, 2024 Hour: 6:12 pm
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, in a message addressed to the wife, family, comrades, and people of Suriname, lamented the passing of the former president of Suriname, Desi Bouterse.
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The communication highlights the friendship and camaraderie that united the Nicaraguan president with the Surinamese leader.
In the message, specifically addressed to Ingrid, Bouterse’s wife, his children, family, and the National Democratic Party, President Ortega expressed his deep sorrow for Bouterse’s departure to what he called “another Plane of Life.
“”With great sadness, we have received the news of the Departure to another Plane of Life of our Dear Companion and Comrade, former President of Suriname, Desi Bouterse,” the statement reads.
The Nicaraguan president recalled the long and faithful friendship he maintained with Bouterse, highlighting the shared moments of struggle and victories.
“With Desi, we were united by a Long and Faithful Friendship in so many moments of struggle and victories. He was always a loyal walker alongside Just and Solidarity Causes,” added President Ortega in his message.
The President of Nicaragua, in addition to expressing his condolences, extended his affection to Ingrid, her children, family, and all the Surinamese people, stating that Bouterse was a leader much loved by his people. “May our Affection be with Ingrid, her children, family and her People, whom he loved so much,” the note reads.
Finally, Daniel Ortega concluded his message wishing Desi Bouterse rest in peace. “Rest in Peace, our Dear Brother Desi Bouterse,” he concluded.
