– Minister Ramson underscores regional collaboration and evolving sports vision

THE Caribbean’s sporting fraternity convened in Georgetown over the weekend as representatives from 28 countries and more than 100 delegates participated in the Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) XXIII General Assembly and XIII Annual Workshop.
The prestigious event, held at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Centre, brought together leading figures from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Panam Sports, and the Commonwealth Sport.
Delivering the feature address on Wednesday, Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jnr., highlighted the importance of strengthening partnerships across the region to advance sports governance, athlete development, and international competitiveness.
In his presentation, Minister Ramson focused on three central themes, fostering stronger collaboration between governments and sporting bodies, recognising emerging opportunities in the changing global sports landscape, and shaping a forward-looking vision for the region.
The Minister outlined Guyana’s evolving sports landscape, noting ongoing investments in facilities, training programmes, and policy development aimed at supporting athletes from the grassroots to the elite level.
He also commended the Executive Committee of the Guyana Olympic Association (GOA) for its proactive leadership and ongoing co-operation with the Ministry in advancing national and regional sports priorities.
“The Ministry and the GOA are working in close alignment to strengthen sport governance, improve athlete welfare, and enhance our collective competitiveness on the international stage,” Minister Ramson said, emphasising the shared commitment to elevating the Caribbean’s voice and presence in global sport.
Throughout the assembly and workshop, delegates engaged in high-level discussions on the future of sport in the Caribbean, with a focus on unity, development, and innovation.
The event underscored Guyana’s growing role as a regional hub for major sporting and governance events, reflecting both national progress and the region’s deepening commitment to collaboration.