GUYANA, September 19, 2020 – Guyana is looking forward to partner with the U.S. to strengthen border control, anti-terrorism, cyber security, technology transfer and anti-corruption measures, said President Dr. Irfaan Ali.
During a joint press conference on Friday morning at State House with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, the President said he also discussed with Secretary Pompeo collaboration on combatting the COVID-19 pandemic and lifting the economy out of the economic downturn, the Guyana Chronicle reported.
“I am grateful for the U.S. support to Guyana, in helping us to fight the pandemic. I am confident that there will be more targeted assistance for our health sector, as well as support for our traditional, emerging, and attractive sectors,” the President said.
The President noted that Secretary Mike Pompeo’s historic visit sends a powerful signal that Guyana is regarded as a responsible member of the hemispheric and international communities, as a sovereign nation firmly rooted in democratic principles, the rule of law, respect for human rights and the pursuit of sustainable and equitable development.
Adding that his government is grateful to the U.S. Government and, in particular, to Secretary Pompeo, President Ali noted that the U.S.’ unwavering support for democracy and constitutional order in Guyana during the recent political and electoral crisis in the country is testimony to that support. See complete Guyana Chronicle article at https://guyanachronicle.com/2020/09/19/guyana-u-s-solidify-relations/
