Monday, December 19, 2011

Europe honors Vaclav Havel

At an extraordinary meeting, the Czech government organize funeral ceremonies and burial of the deceased yesterday, former president Vaclav Havel. World leaders Havel defined as "a great man, without whom it would not be possible freedom and democracy in Eastern Europe, and Darik Radio commented.

President of the European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek, former Prime Minister of Poland and the activist of "Solidarity," said Vaclav Havel is the "Velvet Revolution" and the unification of Europe. "He was and remains a hero. Complaint will be not only in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, but in the entire European continent, which together contribute to. Vaclav Havel was a real brave man, a true statesman and writer, "said Buzek.

European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso joined the speakers condolences for the death of former Czech president and dissident Vaclav Havel. "Vaclav Havel's name is forever linked with the unification of Europe and its values ​​enlargement to Central and Eastern Europe. He was also a source of great inspiration to all who struggle for freedom and democracy around the world. He was a true European and champion of democracy and freedom throughout their lives. I remember with great excitement contacts between us while he was an official position, "said Barroso in a statement.

Perhaps the funeral will be Friday, December 23.