Georgetown: The Cuban Embassy in Georgetown paid tributes recently to the historic leader of the Revolution Fidel Castro (1926-2016), with several tributes dedicated to remembering his legacy on the third anniversary of his death.
Also in attendance were President of the Guyana Cuba Solidarity Movement (GCSM) Halim Khan, Minister of Labour, Keith Scott and Former President Donald Ramotar and other special invitees.
A video presentation was shown at the Embassy on the life of Fidel Castro along with other social activities
President of GCSM Halim Khan said Fidel lives on in his people and the admiration of those from all over the world.
Khan said everyday reality offers proof of the affection for ‘the Chief’ as many called him, as hundreds of people every day visit the Santa Ifigenia Patrimonial Cemetery, and in front of the huge granite rock where Fidel’s ashes lie, confirm that he remains a beacon for the world.
Khan said Santa Ifigenia records also reveal that about 270,000 foreigners from more than 80 countries, from all continents, have visited the site to pay their last respects to Fidel.
The GCSM President said his death was a loss not limited to Cuba or a particular ideology, but to the oppressed and those who stood up to every attempt at stifling the voice of freedom. His contribution and unflinching support for in many causes in Guyana will always remain deeply etched in the minds and hearts of Guyanese.
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