government and local private sector
are prepared to work with foreign investors, and we have laws in placed to
We adhere to all international laws, protect investors.
and as I said we have a stable government and the type of cooperation we Q: I’m curious about sand as a
have with Canada or England are the
commodity. Can you tell me more
same type of arrangements that we
will extend to all American business, about this?
in fact all foreign investors - the cli- Guyana is blessed with everything
mate is profitable to you and as long and we just also happen to have an
as you follow and respect the laws abundance of sand. I know that new
that the Guyanese government set discoveries are being made, and lookforth and you have a fair look at all ing at the new research and the poinvestment possibilities before invest- tential of energy development with
ing. We are an open book - noth- sand is in our near future. Something
ing to hide and are ready to share our we’ve known for centuries is that our
country our growth our develop- glass is made from sand. When you
ment to anyone who wants to invest look at solar panels, it is sand based
in Guyana. Welcome you with open and we have the finest sand in the
arms. And the GACC will be with world.
you every step of the way to ensure
your rights are respected and that Q: What should people know
your entry into the Guyanese econo- about the Guyanese people?
my is smooth and uncomplicated.
The friendliness and spirit of the
Q: Other than what we’ve already people is contagious. We have
discussed what other new develop- Mashraamani which is our carnival,
and even in Texas we have Carnival
ments are on the horizon, without
or Mardi Gras. We embody that joy
selling any secrets? (Ex. Tourand positive spirit of Carnival in our
ism, Ruminant Industry/Guyana
everyday lives. Our people as I said
Livestock Development Authority,
before are diverse like here in HousAgriculture, Manufacturing Sector, ton. We are warm and welcoming
Insurance Sector, and the developpeople. We are a true melting pot of
ment of small businesses/entrepre- races and religions. A diverse culture.
We have Christian Holidays, Islamic
neurs etc.)
and Hindu Holidays, even Boxing
In order for Guyana to develop there Day from our “English” days. We are
are plans underway for building new fun loving people and even as a small
highways and railroads and a deep nation our contribution has had tresea port system for the movement of mendous impact to the world. Our
goods. One of the highways being educational system is held in high
built will link Brazil with George- regard.
town thereby providing the Brazilians with access to Guyana’s ports
Q: It is true that El Dorado can
and more cost effective access to
be found in Guyana?
some international markets. Farming
like cattle/sheep/fish. As you know Historically, and I’m not a historian,
rice, sugar, and other commodities. but learned as a child that Columbus
There is tremendous opportunities in was looking for the El Dorado the
the country and in the region. The “City of Gold” in Guyana. Sir Walter
foreign investors and their
employees in Guyana?
Raleigh made two trips to then British Guyana in search of the mystical
city which was never found. Our
gold and silver is renowned in the
world, so you could say that it has yet
to be discovered. The Arrow on our
flag is Gold and I feel that it is based
on that same premise of El Dorado of
City of Gold.
Q: Do you have any secrets or
advise that you can share with
anyone wanting to invest.
Yes. Go south follow the Golden
Arrowhead to South America the
fourth largest economic market in
the world and Guyana the gateway.
Join in the development of a modern
Deep sea Harbor, constructing a new
highway and rail way system to Brazil, contact Go-Invest to learn about
all of the investment opportunities in
Guyana. Or just call me at 713-9069790.
Q: Any final thoughts?
Well just to say that the formation of
the Guyanese American Chamber of
Commerce is a really good and strategic move that is of great benefit to
Guyanese American businesses here
in the US in that there is now an organization that will protect and promote their interests. The Chamber
will also assist any business looking
to invest in Guyana as well as help
businesses in Guyana find markets
for their products and services here.
The GACC is the brainchild of Mr.
Wesley Kirton and I commend him
and my colleagues on the Board of
Directors for the vision, passion and
strategic work which the organization has been undertaking.
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