Dharamshala: Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, Parliamentary leader of Inkatha Freedom Party and Founder of IFP and President Emeritus wrote to the newly sworn Sikyong Penpa Tsering congratulating him on being elected as the Sikyong
He wrote, “It is a pleasure for me to see a friend achieve such high office. When we met in Rome in 2009, you were serving as Speaker of the 14th Parliament in Exile. Your friendship was immediate, and I felt great strides were made for the cause of freedom under your leadership”.
He further conveyed, “I can never forget great kindness towards my Advisor, Dr Mario–Ambrossini, in sending him medicine and giving him support during his illness. Your condolence to me and and to his family on his passing were a great comfort”.
Prince Buthelezi concluded by requesting the newly sworn Sikyong to be the guest at the next opening of Parliament incase Sikyong Tsering pays a visit to South Africa. He extended strength and courage to Sikyong Penpa Tsering.