Guyana’s Prime Minister Mark Phillips arrived in Delhi to attend the World Sustainable Development Summit 2025. His visit aims to enhance India-Guyana relations, particularly in sustainable development. The summit’s theme focuses on collaborative climate solutions, showcasing the growing partnership between the two nations. Guyana’s Health Minister expressed gratitude for India’s support during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting health cooperation as a cornerstone of their relationship.
Guyana’s Prime Minister Brigadier (Retd) Mark Phillips arrived in New Delhi on March 4, 2025, to participate in the World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) taking place from March 5 to 7. This event is organized by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) and it focuses on “Partnerships for Accelerating Sustainable Development and Climate Solutions.” The visit underscores the strengthening ties between India and Guyana, especially in sustainable development and renewable energy.
Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for India’s Ministry of External Affairs, welcomed Prime Minister Phillips, stating that his visit would enhance the already robust relationship between the two nations. The engagement is expected to cover multifaceted areas of cooperation, particularly in renewable energy and sustainable initiatives relevant to both countries’ developmental agendas.
Earlier, Guyana’s Health Minister Frank Anthony expressed gratitude to India for its prompt assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly emphasizing the importance of the vaccines supplied by India. He noted that India did not hoard vaccines during its own pandemic struggles, demonstrating a commitment to global health needs, which has further deepened the relationship between the two nations.
Minister Anthony highlighted how India’s healthcare advancements inspire Guyana, mentioning that India offers comprehensive healthcare solutions, from prevention to sophisticated medical care. He acknowledged the benefit of recent visits by Indian leaders, including Prime Minister Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, stating these visits led to various agreements, particularly in health, which have solidified the bilateral relationship.
Overall, the ongoing collaborations between India and Guyana are fostering strong diplomatic ties, with a focus on mutual growth in healthcare, sustainable development, and climate solutions. Both nations show a commitment to building and strengthening their partnership through dialogue and shared initiatives.
Prime Minister Mark Phillips’ visit to India for the World Sustainable Development Summit marks a significant step in enhancing Guyana-India relations. This collaboration emphasizes their commitment to sustainable development and healthcare advancements. Guyana’s gratitude for Indian support during COVID-19 illustrates the evolving ties, reflecting shared goals in health and climate solutions.
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