As Guyana embarks on a new initiative to be once again known as the breadbasket of the Caribbean, several Private Sector entities have collaborated for this year’s marketplace “Uncapped”.
A launch was held on Friday by the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA), so as to highlight what can be expected from the exhibition. There was a display of items presented by the Guyana Marketing Commission
One of the local manufacturers showcasing her product
(GMC) which are expected to be featured at the exhibition.
Giving his remarks, the Business Minister Dominic Gaskin explained that Government has made a commitment to support this initiative, which is very significant to the improvement of local products and providing manufacturers with the opportunity to promote their items.
Meanwhile, Senior Director of ExxonMobil Guyana, Kimberly Brasington, also addressed the gathering, highlighting the company’s endorsement of Guyana’s “unique” culture.
“We want to be a part of the diversification, we want to support the country and the backbone of the country,” she said.
Additionally, Vice President of the GMSA, Ramsay Ali, gave an insight into the
A variety of locally manufactured products which will be featured at the exhibition
collaboration, stating that the organisation is “staging multiple exhibitions along the length and breadth of the country, giving everyone an opportunity to see, touch and taste and most importantly to buy these quality products”.
The exhibition will be held at the Guyana National Stadium, Providence, East Bank Demerara on April 29 and in addition to the local products, there will be a variety of Guyanese cuisine and attractions. Admission for both exhibitors and the general public is free of cost.
