Vice-President C P Radhakrishnan met with his Guyanese counterpart Bharrat Jagdeo in New Delhi to explore ways to enhance bilateral relations. They emphasized the importance of representing the Global South in international forums like the United Nations Security Council and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea.
During the meeting, Dr. Jagdeo praised India’s progress under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, particularly in digital governance and financial inclusion through UPI. Both leaders considered extending similar models to Guyana, with the Guyanese delegation showing interest in India’s e-Migrate platform and ITEC program.
The Vice-Presidents reiterated their commitment to amplifying the voice of the Global South on the global stage, including through cricket, acknowledging Guyana’s contributions to the sport. Jagdeo’s visit to India, which began with the AI Impact Summit, aims to further strengthen the longstanding ties between the two nations.
Guyana’s President Irfaan Ali had previously extended warm wishes to PM Modi and the people of India on Republic Day, highlighting India’s role as a champion for developing states’ interests worldwide. President Ali emphasized the deep and historic bond between Guyana and India, characterized by mutual respect and cooperation across various sectors.
