Had fruitful engagements with M. A. Yusuff Ali, Chairman and Managing Director of Abu Dhabi-based LuLu Group International. Mr Ali expressed his commitment to investing in Guyana and indicated that a technical team will visit our country within the next 30 days to explore potent…Mostrar mais

I met with Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar. Further to the commitment of both governments to continue building on our bilateral relations, we agreed on the importance of advancing mutual in…Mostrar mais

Met with Qatar Airways Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer Hamad Al Khater about exploring the possibility of making Guyana a route for both cargo and passengers.

I met with Her Excellency Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice Chairperson and CEO of Qatar Foundation (QF), and toured the Qatar Foundation campus, also known as the Education Center. Her Excellency and the Foundation are known, among other things, for their tremendous humani…Mostrar mais

I held official talks with His Highness Sheikh @TamimBinHamad , Amir of Qatar in Doha. We reaffirmed our commitment to stronger Guyana-Qatar relations, with discussions focused on investment, deeper bilateral cooperation and global issues of mutual interest. I thanked His Highne…Mostrar mais

Caught up with former Australian fast bowler @BrettLee_58 and former Australian professional footballer Tim Cahill in Doha, Qatar. Had a wonderful discussion about their work in sports and talent development.

I have arrived in the State of Qatar for a three-day State Visit. Over the next few days, I will engage in a series of high-level bilateral meetings aimed at strengthening relations between Guyana and Qatar and expanding cooperation in key areas of mutual interest.

Warmest greetings to all my Hindu brothers and sisters across Guyana and in the diaspora as we celebrate the sacred occasion of Krishna Janmashtami. May his life and teachings continue to guide us along the path of righteousness, strengthen our compassion for one another, and ins…Mostrar mais

On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, I extend warmest congratulations and best wishes to @PM_Kamla, the Government and people of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago as they celebrate their 64th Anniversary of Independence. Guyana and Trinidad and Tobago share deep b…Mostrar mais

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Nepal and Tibet following the devastating Himalayan glacial collapse and resulting flash floods that have claimed more than 360 lives, with approximately 1,400 people still missing. On behalf of the people of Guyana, I extend our h…Mostrar mais

I met with the World Bank Division Director for the Caribbean, Mr Achim Fock, today at State House. During our engagement, the World Bank team reiterated its commitment to working with Government to advance cooperation and partnerships in several critical areas, including health…Mostrar mais

On this sacred occasion of Youman Nabi, I extend warmest greetings and heartfelt good wishes to all Guyanese, at home and in the diaspora, and especially to my Muslim brothers and sisters.

On this sacred occasion of Youman Nabi, I extend warmest greetings and heartfelt good wishes to all Guyanese, at home and in the diaspora, and especially to my Muslim brothers and sisters.

This morning, I accepted the Letter of Credence from Patrick Mutasa, Non-Resident Ambassador of the Republic of Zimbabwe to Guyana. We discussed building on our strong historical ties and deepening cooperation in food and energy security, climate resilience, biodiversity, techno…Mostrar mais

Yesterday, I met with a bipartisan United States congressional delegation led by Senator Christopher Coons as part of its Western Hemisphere mission. Our discussions focused on strengthening the Guyana-US partnership and advancing our shared interests in prosperity, security and…Mostrar mais

Congratulations to all our outstanding performers and every student who received their CSEC and CAPE results today. Your achievements reflect the commitment, discipline and perseverance you have demonstrated throughout your studies. As you celebrate this important milestone, I e…Mostrar mais

On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, I extend warmest congratulations to the Government and people of the Republic of India as they proudly celebrate their 79th Independence Anniversary. Over the past almost eight decades, India’s remarkable journey has been define…Mostrar mais

The Government and people of Guyana join me in extending deepest condolences to the families and communities of Colombia affected by the devasting earthquake that resulted in the loss of lives and destruction earlier today. During this difficult time, our hearts and prayers are…Mostrar mais

On behalf of the Government and people of Guyana, and my own behalf, I extend my warmest congratulations to His Excellency Abelardo de la Espriella on your inauguration as the Thirty- Sixth President of the Republic of Colombia. I am confident that under your leadership, Colomb…Mostrar mais

Today, another 669 newly qualified registered nurses were added to Guyana’s growing healthcare workforce, marking an important milestone in our continued investment in the nation’s health sector. I was pleased to attend the graduation ceremony and congratulate these dedicated pr…Mostrar mais

On behalf of the Government and People of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana, I extend warm congratulations and best wishes to Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM, the Government and People of Jamaica on the occasion of the 64th Anniversary of your Independence. Guyana and Jamaica…Mostrar mais

𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 As part of government’s continuing response measures to strengthen maritime safety and prevent future tragedies, I have established a Safety and Compliance Audit Team to undertake a comprehensive review of the safety an…Mostrar mais

Earlier today, I assented to the Guyana Development Bank Act 2026, following its passage in the National Assembly last Monday. This landmark legislation establishes the Guyana Development Bank and provides the legal, institutional, and administrative framework within which the Ba…Mostrar mais

This morning, I formally established the HEART Initiative — Hope, Empathy, Aid, Resilience and Trust — as a national framework to provide sustained support to the survivors and bereaved families of the M.V. Barima tragedy. The Initiative is intended to help families through the p…Mostrar mais

Consistent with my earlier commitment, I will establish an International Commission of Inquiry with wide-ranging terms of reference to conduct a thorough, independent and transparent investigation into the MV Barima tragedy.

Engaging and updating families of those still missing, including crew members of the MV Barima, about the ongoing search, rescue, and recovery operations.

I have proclaimed Wednesday, July 22, Thursday, July 23, and Friday, July 24 as Three Days of National Mourning throughout Guyana in honour of the victims of the M.V. Barima tragedy.

Today, I accepted the Letters of Credence from His Excellency Enri Tica, Ambassador of the Republic of Peru to Guyana. In our subsequent meeting, we discussed strengthening and expanding the longstanding bilateral relationship between Guyana and Peru. I highlighted my Government’…Mostrar mais

Work is progressing steadily on the upgrading of internal roads in the Amerindian community of Batavia, Region Seven. During my recent regional outreach, I announced the upgrading of approximately 1.5 to 2 kilometres of internal roads to an all-weather, hard-surface standard. I a…Mostrar mais

Today, I signed the Book of Condolences in honour of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, the former Emir of the State of Qatar, whose visionary leadership transformed Qatar into a modern, globally respected nation and strengthened its role on the international stage.

I extend my deepest condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, the members of the Al Thani family, and the people of Qatar on the passing of his beloved father, His Highness Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. The passing…Mostrar mais

Today, Ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett, Guyana’s nominee for the position of United Nations Secretary-General, addressed CARICOM Heads of Government on her vision and candidacy for the post. Her presentation received strong support, with several Member States endorsing her n…Mostrar mais

I was pleased to join U.S. Ambassador Nicole D. Theriot last evening to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Independence of the United States. Guyana and the United States share 60 years of a strong, trusted and reliable partnership, built on mutual respect, shared values and…Mostrar mais

Today, I met with a group of young professionals to discuss the many development opportunities currently available in Guyana and the exciting prospects that will be unlocked through the soon-to-be-operational Guyana Development Bank.

As part of his State Visit to Guyana, Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM and I engaged members of the local private sector yesterday. Our discussions focused on strengthening trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Guyana and Jamaica while exploring new opportunities fo…Mostrar mais

I am deeply saddened by the untimely passing of Don Singh. I had hoped and prayed for his recovery. Don Singh will be remembered as someone whose presence in civic life carried both substance and character. He came from a family with a strong legal background and a long-standi…Mostrar mais

As we conclude the successful two-day State Visit of Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM and his delegation, I was honoured to host a reception last evening celebrating the enduring friendship and partnership between Guyana and Jamaica. The tremendous achievements over the last two d…Mostrar mais

Today, I met with an executive team from the Massy Group, led by its CEO, James McLetchie to investment opportunities in Guyana, with particular emphasis on agriculture and agro-processing.

Today, I held bilateral discussions with Jamaica’s Prime Minister, @AndrewHolnessJM, and his delegation. Joined members of my Cabinet, discussions focused on further strengthening the longstanding partnership between Guyana and Jamaica and advancing cooperation in areas of mutua…Mostrar mais

This morning, I welcomed @AndrewHolnessJM , the Prime Minister of Jamaica and his delegation to the Office of the President for bilateral talks with members of my Cabinet. His two-day State Visit provides an important opportunity to further strengthen the longstanding partnership…Mostrar mais

As neighbours, we are deeply saddened by the scale, magnitude, and destruction caused by the two powerful back-to-back earthquakes that struck Caracas yesterday and so far, claiming dozens of lives and injuring hundreds. We stand in solidarity with the people of Venezuela. As n…Mostrar mais

A aerial view of the new four-lane McKenzie/Wismar Bridge.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐅𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲 Fatherhood is the constancy of action that strengthens families, nurtures character and deepens values across generations. A father’s presence serves as a source of wisdom, counsel and inspiration, guiding his family through life’s challenges w…Mostrar mais

Fatherhood is the constancy of action that strengthens families, nurtures character and deepens values across generations. A father’s presence serves as a source of wisdom, counsel and inspiration, guiding his family through life’s challenges while helping to shape lives grounded…Mostrar mais

Congratulations to CAM Motors on the launch of their Foton and Jetour line of luxury vehicles

Parapet enhancement works commenced in Central Bartica today as we continue our nationwide efforts to beautify and improve communities across Guyana. Similar to the successful works we have undertaken in Georgetown, this initiative will enhance accessibility, improve the environm…Mostrar mais

Dr. Victor Raúl Castillo Mantilla, President and CEO of the Hospital Internacional de Colombia (HIC) and globally recognised as one of the world’s top hospital CEOs, shares why the introduction of robotic surgery is a transformative opportunity for Guyana and how it can revolutio…Mostrar mais

Congratulations to Hayley Matthews on becoming the No. 1 T20 all-rounder in the world! A remarkable achievement and a testament to your talent, hard work and consistency. You continue to inspire young cricketers across the Caribbean and make us all proud.

Access to clean, treated water is transforming communities across Guyana. Through major investments in water infrastructure, seven new water treatment plants have been constructed across the country, expanding access to treated water and improving the quality of life for thousa…Mostrar mais