The governments of Guyana and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have formalized an agreement allowing visa-free travel between the two nations, marking a major milestone in their diplomatic relations.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA).
Head of State, President Irfaan Ali of Guyana and UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation, Reem Al Hashimy, inked the agreement, which establishes mutual exemption of entry visa requirements.
The UAE Mission to the United Nations confirmed that the MoU was finalized during a meeting between the two leaders in New York.The agreement comes after months of discussions between the two governments, aimed at fostering deeper cooperation.
In December 2023, President Ali held talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), where they discussed key areas of collaboration. The talks resulted in commitments to enhance cooperation in food security, energy, technology, and cultural exchanges.
The UAE is also set to establish an embassy in Guyana, further solidifying the growing partnership between the two nations. The visa-free travel agreement is expected to ease travel restrictions, facilitating greater exchange and cooperation across multiple sectors.
