Belize Opens High Commission in Guyana in Effort to Expand Diplomatic Network

BELMOPAN, Belize – The Belize government says the decision to open a High Commission in Guyana is part of its efforts to expand its diplomatic network by establishing diplomatic relations with countries and by opening diplomatic representations aimed at bringing development, prosperity, and assistance to its citizens abroad.

belflagsThe Belize flag was hoisted at the chancellery of the High Commission of Belize in Guyana on Monday and the government said that the ceremony was overseen by Gale Miller Garnett, High Commissioner of Belize to the sister Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country.

It said he was accompanied by Captain Marion Hernandez, Second Lieutenant Ashley Lashawn Williams, and Lance Corporal Felecia Cal – Belize Defence Force soldiers undertaking studies in Guyana.

“The Government of Belize continues to expand its diplomatic network by establishing diplomatic relations with countries and by opening diplomatic representations aimed at bringing development, prosperity, and assistance to its citizens abroad.

“The establishment of this new diplomatic mission in Guyana is a concrete manifestation of Belize’s commitment to its bilateral relationship with Guyana, and its intention to bolster its presence in South America,” the John Briceno government added.