PRESIDENT Donald Ramotar has sent a congratulatory message to newly elected Prime Minister of Jamaica, Portia Simpson-Miller. Here is the text of the message:

Dear Prime Minister-Elect,
On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Guyana, and on my own behalf, I wish to convey warmest congratulations to you on your election as Prime Minister of Jamaica.                               
I take this opportunity to wish you every success in your endeavour to lead Jamaica towards further economic growth and prosperity. It is also my sincere desire that, during your tenure in office, the friendly relations that have characterised the interaction between our two countries will be strengthened both at the bilateral and regional levels.
Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration.

Donald Ramotar,
President of the Republic of Guyana