Guyana joins in Venezuela’s 202nd Independence Anniversary Celebrations

DSC_0074Georgetown : Prime Minister Samuel Hinds and Minister of Agriculture and Minister of Foreign Affairs (acting) were among those gathered at a reception in observance of Venezuela’s 202nd independence anniversary which was held at the Impeccable Banquet Hall, Brickdam.

Speaking at the event over the weekend Prime Minister Hinds said that the anniversary is a milestone for which Venezuela should be justly proud as it continues to exert great effort and determination to realise the dream of Simón Bolívar of a well developed, united and independent country.

Prime Minister Hinds said that the creation of the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America (ALBA) and Petrocaribe can be seen within this framework and commended the late President Hugo Chavez for his vision in this regard.

Prime Minister also highlighted the relationship between Guyana and Venezuela which has allowed Guyana to comfortably engage in regular political dialogue at the highest levels and to embark on programmes of co-operation that have seen tangible benefits for both of the countries’ peoples.

The Hugo Chavez Centre for Rehabilitation and Reintegration which will be opened in a few months, the vibrant trade in rice and the supply of petroleum to Guyana under the Petrocaribe initiative are examples of the ties between the two countries.

“We remain committed to working with the Government of Venezuela to preserve this healthy relationship,” the Prime Minister added.

He said Guyana will be looking forward to welcoming President Nicholas Maduro on his official visit next month.

The Prime Minister also extended congratulations to Venezuela for the award they received for achieving the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) on poverty reduction.

He reiterated Government’s satisfaction with the excellent relation the two countries enjoy, and committed to continue working together at the bilateral, regional and multilateral levels.

“We remain committed to working with the Government of Venezuela to preserve this healthy relationship,” the Prime Minister added.

The Prime Minister also extended congratulations to Venezuela for the award they received for achieving the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) on poverty reduction.