Suriname's former President Santokhi dies suddenly - Reuters
Suriname's former President Santokhi dies suddenly Reuters
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"De voorzitter van De Nationale Assemblée, Michael Adhin, betuigt namens het parlement zijn die..."
— Michael Adhin , Politician
"Een grote man is heengegaan."
— Glenn Oehlers , Politician
"De waarnemend voorzitter riep nadrukkelijk op tot rust en verantwoordelijkheid binnen de samenleving."
— Glenn Oehlers , Politician
"Moge zijn ziel in vrede rusten."
— Jennifer Simons , Politician
"Als president, en in zijn andere rollen, heeft hij veel betekend voor Suriname. Ook heeft hij zich onvermoeibaar ingezet voor de banden tussen Nederland en Suriname."
— Rob Jetten , Politician
"Een staatsman van formaat, wiens stem van wijsheid is verstomd en die niet alleen een collega-leider, maar ook een persoonlijke vriend was."
— Mohamed Irfaan Ali , Politician
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Santokhi was a former president of Suriname and member of the National Assembly.
Chan Santokhi was the former President of Suriname who passed away at the age of 67.
Dew Sharman is a parliamentarian and member of the Vooruitstrevende Hervormingspartij.
Glenn Oehlers is the acting chairman of the Vooruitstrevende Hervormingspartij.
Jennifer Simons is the current president of Suriname.
A politician from the ABOP party in Suriname.
Michael Adhin is the chairman of the National Assembly of Suriname.
Mohamed Irfaan Ali is the President of Guyana.
A politician from the PL party in Suriname.
Rob Jetten is the new Prime Minister of the Netherlands, leading a minority government.
Santokhi was the former President of Suriname.
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Reports indicate that Chandrikapersad Santokhi, former President of Suriname, has passed away at the age of 67. He was reportedly rushed to the hospital after a medical emergency at home, but no official confirmation has been received yet.
The Simons/Rusland government expresses condolences following the sudden passing of Chandrikapersad Santokhi, highlighting his contributions to Suriname's governance in various public roles.
Former Surinamese President Chan Santokhi, aged 67, has passed away. Reports indicate he became unwell on Monday afternoon and was urgently transported to the hospital.
Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten expresses deep sadness and shock over the sudden death of former Surinamese President Chan Santokhi, acknowledging his significant contributions to both Suriname and the Netherlands.
Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali honors the late Chandrikapersad Santokhi as a statesman and friend, expressing deep condolences to the government and people of Suriname.
The National Assembly of Suriname mourns the sudden passing of former President and current member, Chandrikapersad Santokhi, at the age of 67.
The Progressive Reform Party (VHP) calls for calm and restraint following the sudden death of Chandrikapersad Santokhi, emphasizing his legacy and requesting respect and peace during this period.
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