Foreign leaders mourn Sushma Swaraj’s demise

The demise of veteran leader Sushma Swaraj has not only left India mourning but foreign leaders condoled her death as well.

Nepal's Prime Minister K.P.Sharma Oli has expressing condolences in a tweet, said that he is deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt. Sushma Swaraj.

Deeply shocked to learn of the passing away of Smt. Sushma Swaraj, a senior political leader of India and former External Affairs Minister. Heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the Government and people of India as well as to the bereaved family members.

— K P Sharma Oli (@kpsharmaoli) August 7, 2019

Expressing grief, former Afghanistan President Hamid Karzai in a tweet, said, deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Sushma Swaraj – a tall leader, a great orator and people's person.

Deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Behinji Sushma Swaraj. A tall leader and a great orator and people's person. My profound condolences to the people of India and her family and friends. @narendramodi pic.twitter.com/fHT70dH58J

— Hamid Karzai (@KarzaiH) August 6, 2019

Ambassador of France to India, Alexandre Ziegler, lauded Sushma Swaraj, for her contribution in strengthening Indo-French ties.

My heartfelt condolences to the family & loved ones of former EAM of India, Smt. Sushma Swaraj ji.

One of India's most respected leaders, she showed remarkable dedication to serving her fellow citizens & took the Indo-French relationship to new heights.#SushmaSwaraj

— Alexandre Ziegler (@FranceinIndia) August 6, 2019

Abdulla Shahid, Foreign Minister of Maldives, grieved the demise of Sushma Swaraj and described her as a "Stateswoman extraordinaire, diplomat par excellence and a warm human being". He termed her as Key architect of renewed Maldives-India friendship. 

Deeply grieved to hear the demise of my good friend Smt #SushmaSawraj; Stateswoman extraordinaire, diplomat par excellence; A warm human being. Key architect of renewed Maldives-India friendship. Sincere condolences to bereaved family and people of India. May she rest in peace! pic.twitter.com/kcxbdsimxI

— Abdulla Shahid 🎈 (@abdulla_shahid) August 6, 2019

Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper said, throughout her long and inspired service to the Indian people, she brought wit, warmth and strength in her many distinguished roles. 

Saddened to learn of @SushmaSwaraj's passing. Throughout her long and inspired service to the Indian people, she brought wit, warmth and strength in her many distinguished roles. Respected by all, she will be deeply missed and forever admired. pic.twitter.com/nNqT4rFNfL

— Stephen Harper (@stephenharper) August 6, 2019

President of UN General Assembly, María Fernanda Espinosa Garcés today paid her tributes to former External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who breathed her last yesternight. 

Saddened by the news of the passing of @SushmaSwaraj, an extraordinary woman & leader who devoted her life to public service. I had the honor of meeting her in my visits to #India, & will always remember her fondly. My deepest condolences to all of her loved ones @IndiaUNNewYork

— UN GA President (@UN_PGA) August 6, 2019