GDF maintains apolitical stance in meeting with western envoys

Heads of the western diplomatic missions (seated at left) during a meeting yesterday with the Chief of Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess (second from right) and other senior military officers (Guyana Defence Force photo)

Acting Army Chief of Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess has given his assurance to the heads of the western diplomatic missions that the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) remains apolitical.

Bess gave the assurance during a courtesy visit yesterday at Defence Headquarters, Base Camp Ayanganna, where he also emphasised that the GDF will continue to execute its mandate and abide by its role as stipulated in the Constitution.