Condolence Messages on the Demise of Mr. Fidel Castro, the Former President of the Republic of Cuba

Press Release

The Right Honourable President of Nepal Mrs Bidya Devi Bhandari and the Right Honourable Prime Minister of Nepal Mr Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’ have sent the separate condolence messages on the demise of Mr Fidel Castro, the Former President of the Republic of Cuba.

In her message, the Rt. Honourable President, while extending heartfelt condolences to His Excellency Raul Castro Ruz, President of the Republic of Cuba, as well as to the bereaved family members and the people of Cuba, has stated that Mr Castro will always be remembered for his integrity and dedication for the cause of social justice, equality and right of the people.

Likewise, the Right Honourable Prime Minister has expressed that, with the demise of Mr Castro, Nepal has lost a true friend who always championed the true cause of the people.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Singh Durbar, Kathmandu

November 26, 2016