Biden says wants to work with Guyana on security concerns

President Joseph Biden

US President Joe Biden today said he looks forward to working with Guyana on addressing security concerns that threaten the “shared interest” of the two countries.

In a message to President Irfaan Ali to mark Guyana’s 51st anniversary as a republic, Biden also expressed the desire for a stronger relationship founded on “shared principles of good governance, prosperity, and security”.

The message as released by the US Embassy follows:

Dear Mr. President:    

It is my pleasure to send congratulations to the people of Guyana as you celebrate 51 years as a republic on February 23.    

Guyana is a strong democracy, and I look forward to strengthening our bilateral relationship based on shared principles of good governance, prosperity, and security.  The challenges of COVID-19 affect all of us and make clear that we must advance our partnership to face the global pandemic, together.  In the year ahead, I look forward to our teams addressing the issues and security concerns that threaten our shared interests, while building on Guyana’s economic growth and development.   

I wish you and all the people of Guyana a joyous and safe Mashramani.    

Sincerely, 

 Joseph R. Biden, Jr.