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His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali introduced former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Rt Honourable Sir Tony Blair to a number of cabinet ministers at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive this afternoon.
During the meeting, Mr Blair and his team were given a video presentation on the development of Guyana from an infrastructural perspective and on the Government’s plans for economic diversification.
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali met with the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Tony Blair at State House today.
Mr Blair is the first former or sitting British Prime Minister to visit the country.
During his two-day visit, he is scheduled to participate in a sit-down conversation with President Ali which will be moderated by Vice Chancellor of the University of Guyana, Professor Paloma Mohamed-Martin. They will discuss global climate challenges, Guyana’s leading role in environmental protection and the importance of education and scientific research.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali highlighted the efforts of Guyana and the Dominican Republic governments to support their respective private sectors and encourage them to capitalize on growing opportunities.
During a private sector meeting in Santo Domingo, the capital of the Dominican Republic, on Tuesday afternoon, the Head of State highlighted the opportunities in Guyana, including the country’s agricultural potential, fresh water access and the
imminent reduction in the cost of electricity.
He also spoke of the ease of access to the Northern Brazil market and CARICOM.
He told the private sector representatives to form themselves into consortiums and work towards mutually beneficial investments.
The governments of Guyana and the Dominican Republic signed six Memorandums of Understanding (MoU) that will enhance collaboration and build on available opportunities.
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali, who witnessed the signing yesterday, called it historic and said that it is a precursor to solid, long-lasting partnerships.
Several of the Memorandums of Understanding are within the oil and gas industry, including, the establishment of an oil refinery; the establishment of a petrochemical plant and a study for participation in Guyana’s Oil Exploration Block.
The two countries also aim to enhance their agriculture potential, cooperation and will team up to market both their sun and sand and nature base-tourism.
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali and a high-level Government of Guyana delegation, held bilateral discussions this afternoon with the Dominican Republic’s President Luis Abinader and members of his cabinet at the National Palace in Santo Domingo.
Discussions focused on several areas of cooperation.
President Ali is on a two-day Official Visit to the Dominican Republic.
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali, First Lady Mrs Arya Ali and a high-level delegation arrived in Santo Domingo this morning for an Official Visit to the Dominican Republic.
The Head of State and members of his delegation met with His Excellency, President Luis Abinader and members of his government, before commencing several meetings at the National Palace in the capital city.
Along with the government-to-government meetings, a number of private sector representatives from Guyana have also travelled to engage their counterparts from the Spanish-speaking nation on investment opportunities.
The Honourable Hugh Hilton Todd, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation earlier today received a farewell courtesy call from outgoing High Commissioner of India to Guyana, His Excellency Dr. K.J. Srinivasa.
Minister Todd thanked the High Commissioner for his contributions towards strengthening the dynamic partnership between Guyana and India and reiterated the Government’s commitment to the furtherance of bilateral relations between the two countries. Dr. Srinivasa expressed his profound appreciation for the support extended by the Government of Guyana during his four-year tenure that resulted in several fruitful developmental initiatives and high-level visits.
His Excellency President Dr Irfaan Ali received a courtesy visit from United States Congressman Richard Crawford at the Office of the President on Shiv Chanderpaul Drive today.
Discussions focused on the prospect of a partnership between the Government of Guyana and the State of Arkansas in the area of agriculture, especially as it relates to education and private sector investment.
During the meeting, President Ali also spoke about the strong relations between Guyana and the US and Guyana’s pursuit of becoming a regional leader in energy security.
At the end of the meeting, President Ali presented Congressman Crawford with a signed cricket bat.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali and U.S. Congressman Rick Crawford discussed potential collaboration between Guyana and Arkansas in areas such as agriculture, education, and private sector investment during a meeting at the Office of the President.
Dr Ali also spoke about the strong relations between Guyana and the US and Guyana’s pursuit of becoming a regional leader in energy security.
Congressman Crawford was presented with a signed cricket bat by the President.
Also, present at the meeting were Chief of Staff of the Guyana Defence Force, Brigadier Omar Khan and Commissioner of Police (ag) Clifton Hicken.