THE People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) is deeply saddened at the passing of Dr. Fidel Alenjendro Castro Ruz, the late former President of Cuba. Fidel was a great friend of Guyana, the PNC and of our Founder-Leader, Forbes Burnham

The PNC has always enjoyed cordial and fraternal relations with Fidel Castro – El Commandante and the Cuban people. In 1972, the PNC-led Government of Guyana established diplomatic relations with the Republic of Cuba. In April 1975, at the invitation of Prime Minister Castro, Prime Minister Burnham visited Cuba and was awarded the Jose Marti National Order, Cuba’s highest honour. In August 1973, Fidel Castro visited Guyana and received a warm welcome by the Guyanese people.  Prime Minister Burnham and Castro travelled together to the 1975 Non- Aligned meeting of Heads of Governments held in Algiers.

Fidel Castro was one of the great revolutionary leaders of the 20th Century. He was loved and respected by the Cuban people. Guyana has benefitted immensely from Fidel and Cuba’s generosity and the mutual cooperation between our two nations.

Fidel Castro will remain and iconic figure and symbol of revolutionary commitment, national dignity and unyielding patriotism.

The PNCR extends sincere condolences to his family, particularly his brother, President Raul Castro and to the people of Cuba at this time of great national sorrow.

Sincerely,
People’s National Congress Reform