Former Commonwealth Secretary-General Shridath Ramphal Dies

Sir Shridath 'Sonny' Ramphal, a prominent figure in international diplomacy and former Commonwealth Secretary-General, passed away at the age of 95, surrounded by his children. Born in New Amsterdam, British Guiana, he held numerous influential roles, including Assistant Attorney General of the West Indies Federation and Minister of Justice and Foreign Affairs of Guyana. His legacy includes serving on all Global Commissions that produced key reports on environment and development from 1980 to 1995, notably authoring the landmark 'Time for Action' report in 1992. Ramphal played a significant role in the fight against apartheid in South Africa during his tenure from 1975 to 1990. He was also a distinguished academic leader, serving as Chancellor for several universities. His contributions to Guyana's border disputes and international law were notable, reflecting his commitment to justice and peace.