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In a vibrant celebration at ITC Maurya, New Delhi, the High Commission of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana in India marked its 59th Independence Day with an evening of diplomacy, reflection, and renewed commitment to international cooperation.

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The event was graced by the presence of Shri Periasamy Kumaran, Secretary (East) at the Ministry of External Affairs, alongside a distinguished gathering of diplomats, officials, business leaders, and members of the Guyanese diaspora.

Reflecting on Guyana’s journey since gaining independence, H.E. Seeraj noted that the country has evolved significantly from the days of its early freedom struggle. “At 59, Guyana is confidently shaping our own path on the global stage, creating our own brand and brimming with opportunities for both personal advancement and national development,” he remarked. Despite the progress, he did not shy away from addressing persistent challenges, particularly the ongoing territorial controversy with Venezuela. “It is sad, however, that for all 59 years of our nationhood, Guyana has had to contend with varying degrees of aggression from the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela,” he stated, adding that the matter is now before the International Court of Justice as per the Geneva Agreement of 1966.

H.E. Seeraj emphasised that for small states like Guyana, adherence to international law remains a cornerstone of sovereignty and security. “International law and its strict application have become our armour and our shield in our determination to protect ourselves from this aggression,” he asserted.