SEVERAL United States congressmen are expected to visit Guyana in the coming weeks, Minister of State Joseph Harmon has confirmed.

On Thursday, Minister Harmon stated at a post-Cabinet press briefing at the Ministry of the Presidency that Natural Resources Minister, Raphael Trotman has indicated to Cabinet that during their short familarisation visit, the seven to eight congressmen are expected to be accompanied by senior military officers.

He said arrangements are being made for the visit which signals the strong bond between Guyana and the US. A growing number of US companies are operating here in Guyana.