18 November 2024
The Caribbean Council is pleased to present a few highlights from our recent UK Business Mission to Guyana 2024. Our fourth trade mission to the beautiful country of Guyana in as many years, with our largest group yet of companies, across a wide range of sectors including shipping and logistics, high-tech manufacturing, transportation expertise, construction materials, construction equipment, environmental monitoring, security and many more.
The mission launched with an an engagement with Minister of Finance, Hon Dr. Ashni Singh in which he set out how the Government was translating the country’s phenomenal economic growth trajectory into a transformation of the country which would improve the lives of Guyanese people and invest in the long-term infrastructure required for Guyana’s long-term economic future. Investments in roads and ports were providing access to new markets and opening up new productive economic activities in the country. Investments in housing, hospitals and schools were being undertaken at a record pace. Describing their work as a marathon at a sprint pace, Dr Singh welcomed the delegation and the skills, investment and capability they bring to the country and encouraged them to work with local partners for a better future for all.
Day 2 concluded with a wonderful Networking Reception at the Residence of the British High Commissioner, Her Excellency Jane Miller.
The event saw over 150 people in attendance with senior figures from across Guyanese businesses, the public sector and civil society. Guests of honour included His Excellency, President Irfaan Ali, and Finance Minister, Hon Ashni Singh.
During his keynote speech, His Excellency President Irfaan Ali welcomed contributions from the UK including both the private sector and the Government, highlighting positive strides towards economic diversification and the growth of Guyana.
Our delegates participated in a busy programme of meetings with leading ministers across the day including Vice President Jagdeo, Minister Bishop Edghill and Minister Deodat Indar.
Meet Our Supporting Organisations:
➡️ British High Commissioner to Guyana – HE Jane Miller, OBE
DBT provides trade and investment services and practical support. We help UK companies succeed in Guyana, and Guyana companies set up and invest in the UK. We offer expertise and contact through our extensive network of specialists in the UK, and staff in the British High Commission in Guyana.
https://lnkd.in/e4Yj7ruy
➡️ The GCCI is the oldest private sector representative organization in Guyana (established in 1890) and is a member-driven and professionally staffed non-profit association of business people committed to improving the economic climate and quality of life in Guyana. We are legislatively mandated under the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry Act Chapter 89:03 of the laws of Guyana. The Chamber’s strength lies in the size and diversity of its membership — both large and small businesses from virtually every sector are represented.
https://gcci.gy
➡️ Britcham Guyana is a professional business organisation that will work to protect, promote and encourage trade and commerce between Guyana and the UK and, in so doing, improve the quality of business opportunities across Guyana and the UK. Britcham’s mission is to provide its members with a wider business community, high-quality support services, visibility and networking collaborations, with other global members and organizations.
https://britchamgy.com
Our Mission Partner supporting this important British delegation to Guyana is Kestrel Liner Agencies Ltd.
Guyana is always full of warmth, collaboration, and hospitality, demonstrating it is ‘Open for Business’.
