SG/SM/18997

Secretary-General Saddened by Passing of Côte d’Ivoire Ambassador

The following statement by UN Secretary‑General António Guterres was issued today:

The Secretary‑General is deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Ambassador Bernard Tanoh-Boutchoué , Permanent Representative of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire to the United Nations.

The Secretary‑General expresses his heartfelt condolences to Ambassador Tanoh-Boutchoué’s family and loved ones, as well as to the Government and people of Côte d’Ivoire.

The Secretary-General recalls with gratitude Ambassador Tanoh‑Boutchoue’s excellent cooperation with the United Nations and his critical contribution to efforts to advance international peace and security.

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