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The President outlined his government's agenda to make Guyana self-sufficient in Food, Infrastructure, Healthcare, Housing, and Energy by 2030.

Dr Ali presented a video detailing his government's plans for economic development and initiatives to develop local communities and municipalities.

He thanked the diaspora for its contributions to Guyana's development. He noted that it is an important source of investment, expertise, and ideas that could help drive the country's growth and development.

The two leaders discussed advancing government-to-government collaboration in several areas including energy, technology, health services and urbanization.

President Ali was accompanied by the High Commissioner of Guyana to the UK, HE Dr Rajendra Singh.

The areas of discussion included the efforts being made by the Government of Guyana to modernize governance systems for improved efficiencies in services, policy formulation and the use of technology to advance these efforts.

President Ali and Mr Blair also discussed finding ways to work together in positioning Guyana as a major global player in climate, food and energy security.

The President, who is in the UK for the Coronation Ceremony of King Charles III, was joined by the High Commissioner of Guyana to the UK, Dr Rajendra Singh.

The Organisation of Educational Cooperation (OEC) was established on 29 January 2020 by a group of Latin American, Caribbean, African, Asian, Middle Eastern and Pacific Island countries at the International Summit on Balanced and Inclusive Education (BIE) held in January 2020. It was an initiative of countries of the South to advance progress in the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 4 to "Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all."

Ambassador Velastegui, this morning presented his Letters of Credence to His Excellency President Mohamed Irfaan Ali. Minister Todd and Ambassador Velastegui will engage in follow up discussions on advancing cooperation in areas including climate and environmental services and sustainable development, energy, food security and education.

The Head of State briefed the Ambassador on Guyana’s development pathway and it's leadership drive in climate, environmental services, energy and food security.

President Ali also pointed to the need for further collaboration between the two countries, including in the areas of tourism and education.

In his remarks, the newly accredited Ambassador extended gratitude for the warm welcome extended to him and assured that "Ecuador is ready to work jointly" with Guyana.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd; Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony; Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Oneidge Walrond; Minister of Public Service, Sonia Parag; Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr and Director of Presidential Affairs, Mrs Marcia Nadir-Sharma were also part of the meeting.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), the Honourable Mark Phillips; Vice President, the Honourable Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo; Minister of Governance and Parliamentary Affairs, the Honourable Gail Teixeira; Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Honourable Hugh Todd; Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, the Honourable Oneidge Walrond and Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud were also at the dinner.

Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret'd) the Honourable Mark Phillips; Vice President, the Honourable Dr Bharrat Jagdeo; Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Honourable Hugh Todd; Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, the Honourable Oniedge Walrond; Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, the Honourable Susan Rodrigues; and Foreign Secretary, Robert Persaud were also at the dinner meeting.

Guyana became the first English-speaking Caribbean country to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China in 1972.

During brief remarks, the President called Guyana's relationship with India "strong and respectful" and one in which both countries share similar values.

He said the time is right to enhance cooperation at the government-to-government level and with the private sectors of both countries.

A number of cabinet ministers, government officials, members of the diplomatic community and private sector representatives were also at the dinner.