Diplomatic representatives from the United States (US), United Kingdom (UK), Canada and Delegation of the European Union (EU) in Guyana have all underscored the importance of free and peaceful voting as Guyana heads to the polls today.

US Ambassador to Guyana, Nicole Theriot said she and her team from the Embassy have been accredited by the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) to observe the process. “We expect election day to be calm and peaceful, with registered voters casting their votes freely. The United States reaffirms our respect for Guyana’s sovereignty and values Guyana as a strong, stable democratic partner,” the embassy stated. British High Commissioner Jane Miller also confirmed her participation. “September 1st is an exciting day for Guyana, as the people of this country have the opportunity to vote. We are looking forward to a peaceful day — one where people freely cast their vote,” Miller said on Sunday. Canadian High Commissioner Sébastien Sigouin echoed similar sentiments, noting that his team will also be observing the polls in a social media post. “Tomorrow [Monday] is an exciting day for Guyana: elections day. With the team at the Canadian High Commission, we are preparing to observe this process. The people of Guyana will express their will by voting freely, and when the outcome is known, the people will have spoken. May it be a peaceful and joyful day for democracy,” Sigouin said.
Meanwhile, the Delegation of the EU in Guyana in a social media post said that today is “an exciting day for Guyana, as the people of this beautiful country exercise their right to vote. The EU is looking forward to this celebration of democracy – a day when Guyanese freely and peacefully cast their vote.”