On Tuesday, the Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest) hosted a Canadian delegation to discuss potential partnerships and investment opportunities in the country, highlighting ongoing efforts to strengthen economic ties between the two nations. The visiting delegation included representatives from ESG Partners Inc, NetBenefit Software, Avara Solutions, Altomaxx, NSB-Omega, EnergyNL, and Novus Technical Services. According to a social media post by GO-Invest, their participation in a networking session showcased interest across a broad range of sectors in Guyana’s expanding economic landscape. Chief Operations Officer (COO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of GO-Invest, Tebogah Christian, outlined key opportunities nationwide. While noting the continued significance of the oil and gas sector, he highlighted the country’s growth in value-added food production, energy development, and agro-processing. Christian also pointed to enhanced regional connectivity, including improved links with Brazil and strengthened ties with Suriname, as opening new avenues for manufacturing, logistics, transportation, trade, and wider regional commerce.
Christian emphasised Guyana’s investment climate, citing fiscal incentives, a stable foreign exchange environment, and growing regional connectivity. “Guyana is more than oil,” he told the delegation, stressing the diverse opportunities available.
The session also featured remarks from the Canadian High Commissioner to Guyana, Sébastien Sigouin.
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