Dr Leslie Ramsammy presents credential to Director General of UNOG

Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office at Geneva (UNOG), Dr Leslie Ramsammy presented his Letters of Credence to Director General, Tatiana Valovaya, officially accrediting him.
Following the formal ceremony, Dr Ramsammy engaged in discussion with Director General Valovaya, highlighting Guyana’s key priorities in the international arena. Climate change, food and nutrition security, energy security, and sustainable development emerged as focal points of their conversation.
Valovaya underscored the ongoing collaboration between the UN and Guyana under initiatives such as the Building Bridges Initiative and Bio-planet, inviting Guyana to join in these efforts. She particularly emphasised sustainable development, noting the potential for Guyana to contribute significantly in this area.

Moreover, Valovaya extended an invitation for Guyana to participate in the annual World Bee Day Celebration, held on May 25th, organised jointly by UNOG, the Permanent Missions of Slovenia and Switzerland, and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Geneva Office. She suggested Guyana consider joining the 2025 celebration, highlighting Guyana’s ongoing efforts to establish a honey bank.
In response, Dr Ramsammy expressed gratitude for the invitation and affirmed Guyana’s interest in participating in the World Bee Day Celebration next year. He mentioned Guyana’s commitment to environmental sustainability, exemplified by initiatives like the honey bank project.
Ramsammy assured Valovaya of Guyana’s steadfast support and dedication to furthering collaboration with the UN in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). He emphasised the importance of international cooperation in addressing global challenges and advancing shared goals for a better future.