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Minister Todd expressed gratitude to the Ambassador for his contributions to the strengthening of the partnership between Guyana and Chile. Ambassador Valenzuela noted Guyana's leadership within the region, and expressed his deep appreciation to be able to represent Chile in Guyana.

In closing, Minister Todd stated that Guyana will continue to build on the collaboration with Chile to advance its Foreign Policy Agenda, particularly in energy, food, and climate security.

During the engagement, Minister Todd and the Ambassador identified and discussed potential areas to further advance bilateral cooperation between Guyana and New Zealand, including agriculture and food security, climate change, culture and sport and capacity building and training.

Minister Todd also underscored the Government of Guyana's commitment to the rule of international law, democracy, good governance, and the preservation and protection of sovereignty and territorial integrity.

During today's brief ceremony, the Head of State underscored that Guyana is on a path of transformational development and is prioritising being a global leader in the areas of climate change, food security and energy security.

The President also highlighted that Guyana is diversifying its investment portfolio globally and wants expanded partnerships with its bilateral partners.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Honourable Hugh Todd and Permanent Secretary, Ambassador Elisabeth Harper were also part of the ceremony.

He said that to achieve these increases, systems must be put in place “to fix the trade barriers” and issues with transport and logistics.

The Head of State, who is on an Official Visit to Ghana, also lauded Africa for its fearless leadership, pointing to South Africa’s recent stance as an example.

The Guyanese Head of State is currently in Ghana for an Official Visit.

Later today, he will be bestowed with the prestigious Global Africa Leadership Award in recognition of his “strong and transformational leadership”.

PRESS RELEASE

H.E. Dr. Richard Van West-Charles was formally accredited as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Ambassador Van West-Charles presented his credentials to His Excellency Nicolás Maduro Moros, President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela at a ceremony held at the Miraflores Presidential Palace on Tuesday February 20, 2024.

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On January 25, 2024, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Guyana and Venezuela held their first meeting of the Joint Commission in Brasilia, Brazil. This meeting was in line with the Joint Declaration of Argyle for Dialogue and Peace that was agreed upon after the meeting of the Presidents of Guyana and Venezuela on December 14, 2023.

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