Guyana and Suriname are exploring the possibility of jointly patrolling the Corentyne River to crack down on cross-border piracy and smuggling and although army Chief of Staff Gary Best envisions this happening within the next six months, he says Guyana could be ready at any short notice.
Rear Admiral Best yesterday was updating the media on consultations held with the Surinamese military last weekend in the neighbouring country. The meeting was an engagement involving the military, police and customs officials of both countries to discuss issues related to the security
