Message from Caricom Chairman HE President Chandrikapersad Santokhi of Suriname, on the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
The Caribbean Community (Caricom) expresses its deep regrets at the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland and Head of the Commonwealth which includes 9 of our Member States, and all 5 of our Associate Members due to their relation to the United Kingdom.
During her 70-year reign, Her Majesty’s commitment to service and devotion to duty was a sterling example to all. She was the one constant in a world of never-ending change.
Queen Elizabeth II will be remembered for her love of and dedication to the Commonwealth of which she was a passionate supporter and leader.
Caricom extends its condolences to the Royal family and to the Government and people of the United Kingdom, Northern Ireland and the Commonwealth of Nations on the passing of a Monarch whose memory will be long revered. May she rest in peace.
Caricom
Correction needed to the above:
The UK – by definition – includes Northern Ireland.
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK)