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November 24, 2007
Uganda

PM's statement on the Selection of Kamalesh Sharma as Commonwealth Secretary General

Following is the Statement made by the Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh on the selection of Kamalesh Sharma as the Secretary General of the Commonwealth in Kampala, Uganda today:

"I am delighted that the Commonwealth Heads of Government have selected Kamalesh Sharma as the next Secretary General of the Commonwealth. His long record of public service in the international community has been capped by this recognition of his capability and his inclusive vision of the Commonwealth. I am confident that he will acquit himself well in his higher responsibilities as the first servant of the entire Commonwealth."

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