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Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Georgetown, Guyana

Location: Georgetown, Guyana Event: There has been an ongoing protest and civil unrest at Soesdyke (Linden area). The road is currently blocked off as residents of the area are protesting. As of 1:00 pm, the situation remains tense and traffic is stopped in both directions. Guyanese Police Force are on scene and attempting to gain ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 1 June, 2023 | Topics: Alert

Ambassador Lynch delivers Farewell Remarks

Adventure, Friendship, Success. These are not only names of charming Guyanese villages, but also words that paint a picture of my experience in this land where I have spent four plus years of my life. It has been a joint ADVENTURE with so many of you - colleagues, partners, FRIENDS - to resolve an election, ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 22 May, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Democracy and Governance, Prosperity, Security, U.S. Guyana Bilateral Relations

Ask the Consul – May 2023

Think Twice About Assistance in the Visa Process There has been an increase in the number of third-party preparers or visa service providers who create fake appointment letters or charge exorbitant fees for visa services that you can otherwise do yourself. In this edition of our Ask-the-Consul, we will provide some tips to avoid ...

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 18 May, 2023 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News

Fugitive arrested in Guyana

The United States Embassy thanks the Government of Guyana, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and the Guyana Police Force for their commitment and determination in maintaining the rule of law and ensuring foreign fugitives do not seek or find refuge in Guyana to avoid prosecution.

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 15 May, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Criminal Justice, Security

Ambassador Lynch delivers remarks at Panel Discussion in honor of World Press Freedom Day

We believe a free press can empower individuals with more and better information about our world. We also recognize that freedom of the press requires citizens to bear the responsibility to always stop, reflect, and verify what they hear and see to prevent the spread of misinformation.

By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 12 May, 2023 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Democracy and Governance, Education, World Press Freedom

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