– vows closer political, economic and social ties

NEWLY-APPOINTED Non- Resident Ambassador of Bolivia, Jerjes Justiniano Talavera, on Thursday presented his Letters of Credence to President Donald Ramotar and vowed to fulfill commitments made by his government to enhance cooperation in several areas.

Receiving Ambassador Talavera, President Ramotar said that his accreditation is a testament to the strong bonds of friendship between the two nations.
“The commonalities between the two countries have provided a foundation for a long and lasting relationship, reflected not only at the bilateral level, but also at the regional and international level. We both adhere strongly to the values of democracy, peace, liberty and respect for human rights,” the Guyanese Head of State commented.
President Ramotar also expressed the hope that, given the common interests between Bolivia and Guyana such as the importance placed on regional integration as one of the means of achieving a better standard of living for the peoples of both countries through the use of natural resources, “an enduring dynamic partnership” can be achieved.
The President also accepted an earlier invitation made by Bolivia’s President Evo Morales to formally attend the upcoming G77 and China Summit in that nation’s capital Santa Cruz de la Sierra, later this year.

Ambassador Talavera, pledged to deepen and strengthen the bi-lateral relationship between the two countries, noting common interests shared such as their struggle for democracy, democratically elected government and constant efforts to ensure a better life for their citizens. The Bolivian diplomat has served his country in several high level capacities and is also a trained lawyer.

(GINA)