Prime Minister, Samuel Hinds signs the Book of Condolences as Venezuelan Ambassador to Guyana, Margarita Arratia Diaz looks on.
The Book of Condolences for Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez was opened for signing yesterday, at the Venezuelan Embassy on Thomas Street in Georgetown.
Those who have already signed, include Prime Minister Samuel Hinds and Public Works Minister, Robeson Benn.
This was done in the presence of Venezuelan Ambassador to Guyana, Margarita Arratia Diaz.
Hinds, commenting personally on Chavez’s death, said that it was a great loss.
Venezuela, via Chavez, has had good relations with Guyana. The Prime Minister said that he hopes that this continues.
Minister Benn said that he has had the pleasure of meeting Chavez whom he described as an extraordinary person.