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At a recent Africa summit, President Ali highlighted the potential for a significant boost in trade between Africa and the Caribbean islands. This discussion took place during a panel session focused on Africa's economic prosperity.

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.

His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali attended the commissioning of the Sentuo Oil Refinery in Ghana today. The event was also attended by Ghana’s President HE Nana Afuko-Addo

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”.

H.E. Dr. Richard Van West-Charles formally accredited as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela

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.

Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Guyana and Venezuela held their first meeting of the Joint Commission in Brasilia, Brazil

Press Release

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.

UN Security Council adopts resolution on maritime security in the Red Sea

Guyana voted today in favour of the adoption of Security Council Resolution 2722 affirming that the exercise of navigational rights and freedoms by merchant and commercial vessels, in accordance with international law, must be respected.

The resolution condemns the recent attacks against commercial and merchant vessels in the Red Sea, demands the release of the Galaxy Leader vessel and its crew and seeks to safeguard the movement of food, fuel, humanitarian assistance and other essential goods in the Red Sea.

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