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  by pltm
• Jul 27, 2023
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(PLTM) - The Government has announced that the Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, the Hon. Lorna Smith, will lead a diverse, 17-member delegation on a significant trade mission to Guyana from 30th July to 4th August 2023.

The delegation comprises representatives from the financial services industry and various business sectors, highlighting the vast scope of commercial engagement between the two countries.

The Deputy Premier expressed her delight with the extensive support from the business community, stating, "I am deeply pleased with the overwhelming turnout from our business community, who are making a substantial investment to join this inaugural trade mission to Guyana. Their enthusiasm not only underscores the potential of this venture but also their commitment to forging stronger ties within the Caribbean region."

She added, "I am profoundly grateful for the welcoming spirit extended by the Guyanese Government towards our delegation. Their openness and receptivity set a positive tone for our visit and reflect the warm relations between our two countries."

This ground-breaking initiative features a packed agenda, with meetings and presentations lined up with the Guyanese Government and prominent members of the Guyanese business sectors. The aim is to foster collaborative opportunities, enhance bilateral trade, and promote mutual economic growth.

Of note is the involvement of the Junior Minister for Agriculture, the Hon. Karl Dawson, who will hold crucial meetings centered on agriculture and food security. These discussions explore potential partnerships and strategies to boost the BVI's food security, leveraging Guyana's agricultural expertise.

This trade mission is pivotal in strengthening ties between the BVI and Guyana and represents the shared dedication to regional cooperation and economic development. We anticipate the outcomes of this venture will usher in an era of increased collaboration, fostering prosperity for both nations.

The other delegates include;

1. Permanent Secretary Petrona Davies 2. CEO of BVI Finance, Elise Donovan 3. Deputy Director at the BVI FSC Kishelle Blaize Cameron 4. Director of the BVI International Arbitration Centre Shan Greer 5. Ms. Dancia Penn, KC Corporate Lawyer, Dancia Penn & Co 6. Mr. Kerry Anderson, Partner, O’Neal Webster 7. Ms. Tesca Mathurin, Corporate Lawyer, ATU General Trust (BVI) Ltd 8. Mr. Humphrey Leue, Alpha Consulting 9. Mr. Tony Alphonso, Alphonso Enterprise Ltd. 10. Ms. Simone Monsanto, Caribbean Insurers Ltd. 11. Ms. Abigail O’Neal, Aquila Financial (BVI) Ltd. 12. Ms. Saathi Yamraj, Jarmays Ltd. 13. Mr. Peter Leppard, Managing Director, Trident Trust (Bahamas) Ltd. 14. Mr. Tony Roberts, Aquila Financial (BVI) Ltd. 15. Mr. Chris Bennett, The Caribbean Council

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