And that is why I am here today, to make it clear that the U.S. government stands ready to assist in making the connections between U.S. and Guyanese businesses a reality. The United States is Guyana’s largest trading partner, and we want to keep it that way. We couldn’t be happier with all of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Economic, Private Sector, Trade and Investment
As the U.S. Ambassador to Guyana, I want to confirm the Embassy’s willingness and interest in connecting U.S. companies with Guyanese partners. Our bilateral cooperation has endured 55 years, and the future is full of promise and prosperity. We stand ready to assist in arranging contacts and providing consultations.
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 13 October, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: AMCHAM, Democracy and Governance, Economic, Private Sector
I am particularly pleased to see that one of the key objectives of BEA is to develop solutions to these challenges and advocate for public policies that bring about change and economic development. Embassy Georgetown looks forward to BEA playing a proactive role.
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 1 August, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Civil Society, Entrepreneurship, Private Sector
To emphasize the U.S. Government’s focus on regional and government partnerships, climate change, public financial management, and private sector-led growth, USAID Regional Representative Clinton White is in Guyana to meet with government officials, CARICOM representatives, leaders in the business community, youth representatives and members of civil society organizations. This will be Mr. White’s first meeting ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 14 June, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: CBSI, Civil Society, Climate Change, Private Sector, U.S. Guyana Bilateral Relations, USAID
Embassy Georgetown is a Partner Post of the U.S. Commercial Service, and as a result we can be your first resource for doing business in Guyana. The “Getting Started” page of our embassy website has detailed information and a useful Frequently Asked Questions, and I hope you will be in touch with our Commercial Team ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: Private Sector, Trade and Investment
The Ambassador emphasized Guyana’s immense commercial opportunities, the importance of connecting with the U.S. Commercial Service and the U.S. Embassy’s Commercial Section, and the role of Guyana’s business support organizations in facilitating foreign direct investment.
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 16 March, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Private Sector, Trade and Investment
For our part, the Embassy is a U.S. Commercial Service partner post with the U.S. Department of Commerce, which means we can connect investors with Guyanese businesses. We also help facilitate requests for Guyanese businesses seeking to invest in the United States. Interested in opening a U.S. franchise here? We are your first stop. Need ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 13 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: AMCHAM, Private Sector
As a continuing sign of the U.S. commitment to a prosperous Guyana, the Embassy hosted a delegation from the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) on October 13. The delegation, led by CEO Adam Boehler, includes U.S. Department of Treasury Assistant Secretary for International Markets Mitchell A. Silk and other senior officials from the Department ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 14 October, 2020 | Topics: Economic Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Guyana | Tags: Economic, Private Sector
On the business side, I know that AmCham has helped its members find office space, get registered, and find employees. All of this practical assistance is needed for new and growing businesses. I also know that networking events have been organized, as well as collaborative meetings with other private sector organizations and government officials. Advocacy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 13 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Speeches | Tags: AMCHAM, Private Sector
“It is a joy to share the tradition with Guyana, whose people treat U.S. diplomats not as foreigners, but with open arms and a warm welcome. The first Thanksgiving celebrated the bounty of the fall harvest just as we celebrate the bounty of our friendships with the people of Guyana”, said the Ambassador.
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 29 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: AMCHAM, Community Service, Private Sector
AmCham’s tangible accomplishments in such a short period of time lend themselves to reflections about what you can achieve down the road. These aspirations start with changes that are just around the corner or more accurately 120 miles offshore and 3,660 meters under the seabed. With the arrival of ExxonMobil’s Liza Destiny - and what ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 31 August, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Guyana | Tags: AMCHAM, Oil Exploration, Private Sector
You can constantly advocate for regular public disclosure of the investment objectives of the NRF, its funding, withdrawals, and spending, as well as other pertinent information, to help ensure that there is no misuse of the Fund and that all of Guyana benefits from its operation.
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 25 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Policy, Speeches | Tags: Natural Resource Fund, Private Sector, Sovereign Wealth Fund
Namilco has had a strong relationship with the U.S. government, and has been part Guyana’s social and economic landscape for a very long time. Six decades ago, Namilco was a key player in the implementation of U.S. government international food assistance program called P.L. 480 (four-eighty).
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches, Trade | Tags: Community Service, Private Sector, Youth
There will be an unimaginable amount of revenue (profits and royalties) coming into the country. But, to be honest, we know from observing other economies that revenues can be fleeting, whether coming in or going out. How can the Government of Guyana ensure that every cent of the monies will be used to the direct ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Issues, Speeches, U.S. & Guyana | Tags: Natural Resource Fund, Oil Exploration, Private Sector
Back in December, at the Guyana Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (GCCI) Annual Gala, it was my privilege to last share the stage with Minister Trotman. He announced at that event the great advances several industries – gold, diamonds, bauxite – had made in 2016 and committed to put before the government in early ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 26 March, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches, U.S. & Guyana | Tags: Oil Exploration, Private Sector
Thank you and the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) for the opportunity to address all of you on such a special occasion. As one of the oldest organizations in Guyana representing the private sector, GCCI and its members are in a prime position to advocate for the growth of Guyana’s economy and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Georgetown | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Economic Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Guyana | Tags: Private Sector
