Guyana

Suriname and Guyana's presidents are discussing the construction of a bridge over the Corentyne River, a "long-cherished dream" aimed at promoting trade, integration, and regional cooperation, with the bridge expected to be completed by 2026

Guyana's agricultural advancement has received a boost with a new greenhouse at the Guyana School of Agriculture, empowering women with agricultural skills through partnerships with Global Affairs Canada, IICA, and the UNDP's EnGenDER project

Venezuela and Guyana eased tensions during the annual Celac summit, showcasing an improved relationship amid border disputes, with leaders exchanging gifts and handshakes

The US has backed Guyana in its dispute with Venezuela over the Esequibo's territorial integrity; however, the US Ambassador has denied any plans for a military base in Guyana, emphasizing their commitment to territorial sovereignty

The Guyana Tourism Authority is conducting an assessment of the adventure tourism market in Guyana, seeking to expand the sector by diversifying the country's product portfolio, engaging with the Adventure Travel Trade Association for expertise

Aiming at preventing an armed conflict between Guyana and Venezuela over oil and mineral wealth, top Biden administration officials Jon Finer and Juan González traveled to Guyana to address regional security and economic stability

Guyana has presented a historic GUY$1,146 trillion (US 5,84 billion) national budget for the upcoming year, a 46% increase over the previous fiscal plan

A US Defense Department official was sent to Guyana to help the country as it is still in its border dispute with Venezuela over the oil-rich Essequibo region

The UK has sent a military ship to Guyana amid tensions with Venezuela over the Esequibo region, symbolising its support amidst the dispute, as the ship, initially deployed for anti-narcotics operations, will now back Guyana in regional maneuvers

Guyana and Venezuela have pledged to refrain from using force to resolve their territorial dispute over the Esequibo region, however, no resolution was reached during the meeting between Presidents Irfaan Ali and Nicolás Maduro

Amidst tensions with Venezuela over the Esequibo region's sovereignty, the United States has announced joint aerial exercises with the Guyanese military in Guyana, aiming to enhance security cooperation and regional partnerships