France hails Pres Ali’s re-election, pledges stronger ties with Guyana

France has extended congratulations to President Dr Irfaan Ali on his reelection as President of Guyana following the General and Regional Elections held on September 1, 2025. In a statement issued by the Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in Paris on Monday, France acknowledged the orderly and peaceful conduct of the elections, noting the role of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM). The Ministry highlighted that the process was observed by international monitoring bodies, including the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM).
“France congratulates President Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his reelection… As was noted by several electoral observation missions, including the EU Election Observation Mission, these elections took place in an orderly, peaceful fashion under the leadership of the Guyana Elections Commission, whose work we salute,” the statement read. The French Government also reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Guyana, emphasising its intention to continue cooperation with the reelected administration.
“France will continue to actively pursue cooperation with the elected Guyanese Government and welcomes the strengthening of its friendship with the people of Guyana and their representatives,” the statement added.
The congratulatory message follows similar statements from other international partners recognising the conduct of Guyana’s recent elections and reiterating support for continued collaboration.