DR. Ashni Singh, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service, met with Mr. Michael Kaplan, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Treasury, in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday.
The meeting focused on strengthening economic ties and exploring opportunities for collaboration between the two countries.

During the discussions, Dr. Singh provided an update on the recent economic developments in Guyana and shared the government’s positive outlook for the future.
He emphasised Guyana’s commitment to maintaining a stable macroeconomic environment and a strong institutional framework, both of which are essential for creating more opportunities for U.S. companies to invest and do business in the country.
Dr. Singh is currently on a four-day visit to Washington, D.C., and New York, where he is engaging in a series of meetings with various U.S. government agencies and officials. The visit also includes interactions with the Guyanese diaspora, aimed at fostering stronger ties and addressing issues of mutual concern. The delegation accompanying Dr. Singh includes Guyana’s Ambassador to the U.S., His Excellency Samuel Hinds.

This visit underscores the ongoing efforts by the Government of Guyana to deepen economic co-operation with the United States, ensuring that the country’s rapid economic growth is supported by robust international partnerships.