GDF, Canadian Armed Forces reaffirm strong partnership

Chief-of-Staff of the GDF, Brigadier Omar Khan, along with Canadian Non-Resident Military Attaché to Guyana and Brazil, Colonel Marc-Antoine Fecteau, and other members of the GDF

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) have renewed their commitment to a longstanding and fruitful partnership, marked by excellent relations and shared objectives.
Chief-of-Staff of the GDF, Brigadier Omar Khan, along with other key members of the Force’s leadership team, welcomed the recently appointed Canadian Non-Resident Military Attaché to Guyana and Brazil, Colonel Marc-Antoine Fecteau.
The meeting was held at Defence Headquarters at Base Camp Ayanganna, where discussions were had on strengthening bilateral collaboration. Colonel Fecteau expressed the Canadian Armed Forces’ eagerness to see the already robust relationship with Guyana flourish further. He emphasized his commitment to fostering a strong bond, acknowledging Guyana as a valuable ally.

The two high-level army officials during their meeting

During his tenure, Colonel Fecteau aims to contribute to the growth of this strategic partnership between the two nations.
In response to Colonel Fecteau’s remarks, Brigadier Khan highlighted the longstanding history of cooperation between the GDF and CAF. Notably, he emphasized the collaborative efforts in training, citing numerous instances where GDF officers have benefitted from training opportunities as a result of this partnership.
Brigadier Khan underscored the importance of such collaborations, and expressed confidence in the continuous strengthening of ties. He committed to actively contribute to the consolidation and enhancement of this alliance during his tenure as Chief-of-Staff of the Guyana Defence Force.
Guyana and Canada enjoy a close relationship built on more than 50 years of friendship, cooperation and security partnership.