Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana sign security master plan
In a landmark move to bolster regional security and defence, Guyana, Suriname and French Guiana yesterday signed a security Common Master Plan.
A release from the Ministry of Home Affairs said that the signing ceremony, which took place following a day of intensive dialogue among Guyana, Suriname, French Guyana and Brazil, marks a key step towards enhancing cooperation and addressing shared security challenges.
“The dialogue highlighted the critical importance of a unified approach to understanding the regional strategic defence and security environment. Emphasis was placed on collaborative efforts to combat security threats and address challenges affecting the populations, territories, maritime space, and interests of the countries.”, the release added.
“The signing of the Common Security Master Plan marks a significant milestone in the collective efforts of Guyana, Suriname, Brazil and French Guiana to ensure the safety and well-being of their citizens and territories. This collaboration underscores the commitment of the nations to regional security cooperation and paves the way for a more secure and prosperous future”.
The signing ceremony was followed by a cocktail reception hosted by the Guyana Defence Force at Base Camp Ayanganna.
Earlier yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Phillips, stressed the need for collective action as he called on nations to harness the power of partnerships to safeguard the Guiana Shield eco-region.
“The power of partnerships must always be emphasised in cross-national interests; we must seek to harness the power of collective action to address the root causes of environmental degradation and ensure the long-term sustainability of the Guiana Shield”, he said, according to the Department of Public Information (DPI).