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As part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, Guyana and the United States held their first Strategic Dialogue yesterday, during which good governance and support for the country’s territorial integrity were discussed.
“The United States and Guyana held a Cyber Strategic Dialogue on July 16 to discuss issues of mutual interest, including climate resilience, food security, and energy transition,” according to a State Department news release. Special Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Western Hemisphere Affairs Daniel Erickson, Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Brian Nichols, and Special Advisor to the Vice President for the Western Hemisphere Scott Winton led the U.S. interagency delegation, which included representatives from the U.S. Department of State, USAID, the Department of Defense, and the U.S. Export-Import Bank. Foreign Affairs Minister Robert Persaud led the Guyanese delegation, which included Guyana’s ministries and the Guyana Defense Force.
“During the first Guyana-U.S. Strategic Dialogue, the two sides discussed ideas to advance the bilateral economic agenda, stressed the need for good governance and strengthened institutions, and committed to continued defense and security cooperation. Both delegations recognized the potential for an active hurricane season in the Caribbean in 2024 and expressed support for those already affected by Hurricane Beryl.
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