–as President Ali receives Letters of Credence from The Most Reverend Santiago de Wit Guzmán

PRESIDENT, Dr. Irfaan Ali, on Friday, accepted the Letters of Credence from The Most Reverend Santiago de Wit Guzmán, Titular Archbishop of Gabala and Non-Resident Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See.

According to information from the Office of the President, the ceremony marked an important moment in the ongoing relationship between Guyana and the Vatican, with the Apostolic Nuncio serving as the representative of the Pope and Vatican City in Guyana.

Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd, was also in attendance.
The formal establishment of diplomatic relations between Guyana and the Holy See dates back to June 9, 1997, marking a significant milestone in their bilateral ties.

Since then, both partners have maintained a strong commitment to mutual cooperation and respect. The Apostolic Nuncio plays a crucial role in fostering these relations, acting as a liaison between the Holy See and the Catholic Church in Guyana, while also promoting broader diplomatic interests.