Endorsements
CARICOM
Heads of Government expressed CARICOM’s endorsement of the candidature of H.E. Albert Ramdin, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation of Suriname, for the post of Secretary-General of the Organization of American States during the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the CARICOM held in Barbados from
19 -21 February 2025.
Brasil, Bolívia, Chile, Colômbia & Uruguay endorse H.E. Ramdin
Published on 03/04/2025 at 12:17 PM
"After a careful review of the proposals submitted to the Organization of American States (OAS) for the succession of the Secretary General, the governments of Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, and Uruguay announce our support for the candidacy of Albert Ramdin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Suriname, to lead the organization for the 2025-2030 term.
Minister Albert Ramdin, with his extensive diplomatic experience, including his previous role as OAS Assistant Secretary General, is uniquely positioned to address the contemporary challenges facing our countries. He offers a fresh perspective that reflects the realities and aspirations of both the Caribbean and the Americas as a whole.
This decision marks a significant step toward regional unity in the current geopolitical context and represents a historic opportunity for the Caribbean, which, for the first time, could lead this important hemispheric integration body.
The election for the new OAS Secretary General is scheduled for March 10."
Costa Rica, Ecuador & Dominican Republic collectively indicate their support for H.E. Ramdin
Published 5 March 2025
"The governments of Costa Rica, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic, members of the Alliance for Development in Democracy (ADD), express their support for the candidacy of Albert Ramdin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Suriname, for the position of Secretary General of the Organization of American States (OAS).
This support reflects the commitment to regional unity, the strengthening of multilateralism, and the consolidation of democratic institutions in the Americas at a crucial moment for their stability and development. Minister Ramdin has the experience and knowledge necessary to lead a new stage in the OAS, promoting cooperation and solidarity among member states to facilitate dialogue and jointly address common challenges.
We wish to emphasize that regional rotation in the OAS Secretary General position is a key element to ensuring better geographical representation within the organization. This could be the first time a representative from the Caribbean leads the OAS, bringing a renewed and different vision to address hemispheric challenges in a broader, more inclusive, and effective manner."
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