United States (US) Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot has reaffirmed Washington’s support for Guyana’s security and democratic processes following a joint election security crisis response training exercise held under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI).
US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot along with Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken, officers of the GPF, and counterparts from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office
In a post made on the US embassy’s social media page in Georgetown it was stated that the exercise brought together Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken, officers of the Guyana Police Force (GPF), and counterparts from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. According to Ambassador Theriot, the training focused on enhancing preparedness and collaboration in safeguarding the electoral process.
“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to public safety, regional cooperation, and protecting the rights of Guyanese citizens,” Ambassador Theriot said. She added that the US remains committed to assisting Guyana in strengthening institutions, promoting security and protecting its sovereignty.
The CBSI launched in 2009, is a US security partnership with Caribbean nations aimed at addressing crime and security threats in the region. The initiative has supported a range of training programmes and technical assistance to bolster law enforcement capacity.
