Reflections on Adenan’s demise
“The late CM was a down- to- earth leader. Although Adenan was a man of few words, the man was a decision person. I enjoyed listening to him because he was humorous and funny. He had a lot of self-mockery and that could only come from a man of wisdom. He told me many times that he spoke from his heart so he did not need any text of speech. And his standard of English was impressive. He expressed himself well. I truly admire and respect him. His demise is a great loss to Malaysia and Sarawak. We will miss him.”
– His Excellency Liu Quan, former Consul- General of China in Kuching and currently China Ambassador in Vanuatu “I would like to express my deepest sympathy on behalf of the Indonesian people working in Sarawak. The late Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem was really friendly and humble in improving bilateral relations and cooperation between Sarawak and Indonesia in various sectors. We all have lost a figure at all levels of society including Indonesians” – Bapak Jahar Gultom, Indonesian Consul-General in Kuching
“Datin Patinggi Datuk Amar Jamilah Anu, I am saddened to learn of the passing of Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem, the Chief Minister of Sarawak, and hereby express my deepest condolences to you and your family and the people of Sarawak. Chief Minister Adenan was a great leader and has made significant contributions to the social and economic development of Sarawak as well as the deepening relationship and cooperation between Sarawak and China. During the several discussions we had last year, his wisdom and kindness impressed me a lot. His devotion to the people will be remembered forever. My Embassy and I share your grief on the loss of a legend.” – His Excellency Huang Huikang, Ambassador of China to Malaysia
“On behalf of the US government, I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Chief Minister of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Adenan Satem. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time. Tan Sri Adenan Satem was a friend of the US and a tireless advocate of the people of Sarawak”
– Her Excellency Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, US Ambassador to Malaysia