Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips has reaffirmed Guyana’s commitment to strengthening relations with the Republic of Suriname, highlighting shared achievements and future collaboration.
Speaking at a reception on Saturday evening at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre in Liliendaal to celebrate Suriname’s 50th Independence Anniversary, Prime Minister Phillips extended congratulations to the Government and people of Suriname on their Golden Jubilee. He praised the neighbouring country for its growth, resilience, and cultural pride.
“Guyana and Suriname have set an example for the region and the world—showing that neighbours can collaborate meaningfully; that shared development is not a slogan but a practical path forward. Whether in energy, infrastructure, trade, security, or people-to-people connections, our cooperation reflects the maturity and trust that our leaders have worked tirelessly to build and maintain,” Prime Minister Phillips said.
He described the two nations as “neighbours by geography, partners by necessity, and friends by choice,” noting that enduring bilateral relations are underpinned by regional cooperation, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to prosperity.
Looking ahead, Prime Minister Phillips reaffirmed Guyana’s dedication to transforming the Guyana–Suriname corridor into a model of regional integration, with deeper collaboration in food and energy security, climate resilience, and sustainable development.
The Prime Minister was joined by his wife, Mrs Mignon Bowen-Phillips; Suriname’s Ambassador to Guyana, Her Excellency Liselle Blankendal; Minister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce, Susan Rodriguez; Minister of Labour and Manpower Planning, Keoma Griffith; as well as senior officials, private sector representatives, and members of civil society.
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