UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres met with Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana on Thursday.

The Secretary-General congratulated President Ali on his recent election for a second term and wished him continued success in the fantastic progress happening in Guyana.

They discussed recent developments in the region, including in the South Caribbean Sea. They also exchanged views on artificial intelligence, gender equality , and Guyana’s initiatives for forest and biodiversity conservation.

President Ali updated the Secretary General on the situation with Venezuela, in particular, the ICJ case on the border controversy which is expected to be heard in the a few months.

Secretary General commended Guyana on the robust and principled contribution in the UN Security Council.