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Embassy of The Bahamas, Brussels
Brussels, Belgium
June 2024
Press Release
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Ambassador Bazard paid tribute to Austria’s first female Chancellor Brigitte Bierlein at the Austrian Embassy in Brussels, signing a Book of Condolences in her honor.
Ambassador Bazard of The Bahamas attended a solemn event at the Austrian Embassy today to sign the Book of Condolences in memory of Brigitte Bierlein, Austria’s first and only female Chancellor to date. Chancellor Bierlein, who passed away recently, leaves behind a significant legacy of leadership and dedication to public service.
Ambassador Bazard joined diplomats and dignitaries in expressing condolences and paying respects to Chancellor Bierlein’s remarkable contributions to Austria and beyond. Her tenure marked a milestone in Austrian political history, symbolizing progress and gender equality in leadership roles.
The signing of the Book of Condolences provided an opportunity for Ambassador Bazard to honor Chancellor Bierlein’s achievements and extend sympathies on behalf of The Bahamas. It underscored the importance of international solidarity and remembrance in commemorating leaders who have left an indelible mark on their nations.
About The Embassy, Belgium: The Embassy of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the Kingdom of Belgium and Mission to the European Union serves to enhance both bilateral and multilateral relations with the European Union, the Organisation of African Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS), the Community of Latin and Caribbean Countries (CELAC) as well as other organisations and is an active participant in the Caribbean Group of Embassies in Brussels. We invite you to contact us and experience why it’s “better in The Bahamas”.
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