King Charles III begins two-day state visit to Guyana
Key Points(5)
- King Charles III began a two-day state visit to Guyana on Thursday, with engagements focused on bilateral relations, British investment and biodiversity conservation.
- The British monarch was welcomed at Cheddi Jagan International Airport by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, members of his Cabinet, senior government officials and representatives of the uniformed services.
- Members of the Guyana Defence Force stood in ceremonial formation as Charles arrived, marking the start of his visit.
- The king's first engagement was a meeting with Ali at State House, followed by a reception in the gardens attended by representatives of communities from across Guyana.
- Environmental conservation and sustainability also feature prominently on the itinerary.
King Charles III began a two-day state visit to Guyana on Thursday, with engagements focused on bilateral relations, British investment and biodiversity conservation.
The British monarch was welcomed at Cheddi Jagan International Airport by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, members of his Cabinet, senior government officials and representatives of the uniformed services.
Members of the Guyana Defence Force stood in ceremonial formation as Charles arrived, marking the start of his visit.
The king's first engagement was a meeting with Ali at State House, followed by a reception in the gardens attended by representatives of communities from across Guyana.
Environmental conservation and sustainability also feature prominently on the itinerary.
At the Georgetown Botanical Gardens, Charles is scheduled to view municipal conservation work and meet young leaders from environmental clubs involved in sustainability projects.
His visit coincides with the second edition of the Global Biodiversity Alliance Conference at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre, where he is expected to meet scientists, members of Indigenous communities and innovators.
The king will also receive a briefing on the work of the Iwokrama International Centre, which focuses on conservation and sustainable development.
On Friday, Charles is scheduled to attend a reception with British businesses and local stakeholders to discuss partnerships and investment opportunities in Guyana.
