GUYANA and Barbados have embarked once again on an effort to strengthen ties between the two countries with the opening of a two-day trade exposition at the Guyana Consulate here today.
The event entitled the Guyana craft, tourism and trade exposition 2013 has attracted a wide variety products, including furniture, rum, craft and cuisine.
Consul general of Guyana Michael Brotherson lauded the effort which he said would contribute to the relationship of the two countries in the areas of business and trade.
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Charles Burnett, who was speaking on behalf of minister Senator Maxine McClean, said Barbados and Guyana enjoyed “a deep bilateral relationship which was characterized by steadfast friendship and shared aspirations”. (JS)
