Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo has paid tribute to former People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) leader Robert Herman Orlando Corbin following his death, recalling a cordial and respectful relationship despite their political differences.
In his tribute, Jagdeo extended condolences to Corbin’s family, friends, and the members and supporters of the PNCR. He recognised Corbin’s years of public service, including his parliamentary career and service as a minister, Deputy Prime Minister and Leader of the Opposition, as well as his career in law.
Jagdeo recalled that during his presidency, he and Corbin engaged on numerous matters of national importance. He said they maintained the ability to communicate during difficult and turbulent periods in Guyana’s history, adding that their mutual respect continued beyond their time in office.
The Vice President expressed hope that Corbin’s family and loved ones would find comfort and strength, and that his service to Guyana would be remembered with respect.
Full text of Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo’s tribute:
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Robert Herman Orlando Corbin, former Leader of the Opposition and former leader of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNC/R). I extend heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and the members and supporters of his party.
Mr Corbin devoted much of his life to public service and to the PNC/R. He served Guyana in Parliament for many years, held ministerial office, served as Deputy Prime Minister and later as Leader of the Opposition. He also pursued a career in law.
During my presidency, on numerous occasions Mr Corbin and I engaged on matters of national importance. Though we represented opposing political parties, our relationship was cordial and respectful. Even through difficult and turbulent periods in our country’s life, we maintained the ability to speak with one another, a respect that continued beyond our time in office.
May his family and loved ones find comfort and strength, and may his service to Guyana be remembered with respect.
