Kaieteur Falls has a single drop of approximately 226 metres, making it one of the world's tallest and most powerful single-drop waterfalls.
The Co-operative Republic of Guyana
GuyanaSouth America-8:00Hours behind the UAE
About the Country
General Information
National Identity
Official Language(s)English
National CurrencyGuyanese Dollar (GYD)
National Day(s)23 February (Republic Day)
26 May (Independence Day)
Capitals
Political / Administrative CapitalGeorgetown
Economic CapitalGeorgetown
Cultural CapitalNew Amsterdam
Transport & Connectivity
Flight Duration from the UAE≈ 22 – 26 h
Connecting flights
Primary AirportCheddi Jagan International Airport (GEO)
Primary PortPort of Georgetown
Geography
Land Area-
Length of the CoastlineApproximately 459 km
Highest PointMount Roraima (2,775 m)
Primary Inland Water Body / RiverEssequibo River (longest and largest river)
Lake Mainstay (largest natural lake)
ClimateTropical; hot and humid, with two rainy seasons (May to August, November to January)
Border Countries
BrazilSurinameVenezuela
3Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Key Facts
The Iwokrama International Centre manages 371,000 hectares of tropical rainforest as a living laboratory for conservation and sustainable development.
Guyana began producing offshore oil in December 2019 from the Liza field in the Stabroek Block.
Guyana produced approximately 434,000 ounces of gold in 2024, generating nearly $990 Mn in gold revenue.
The headquarters of the Caribbean Community, known as CARICOM, is located in Georgetown, Guyana.
Mashramani is Guyana's major Republic Day celebration, featuring colourful costumes, large floats, soca and calypso music, and street parades.
Shell Beach extends for about 120 kilometres and provides nesting grounds for four species of marine turtles.
St. George's Cathedral in Georgetown was constructed between 1889 and 1894 almost entirely from timber and rises about 43.6 metres high.
Guyana National Stadium was built for the 2007 Cricket World Cup, and its first international match featured Lasith Malinga taking four wickets in four consecutive balls.
Guyana's sugar industry dates back to 1658, when sugar production was established under the Dutch West India Company.
Guyana’s national flower, the Victoria amazonica water lily, has floating leaves that can grow up to three metres wide, while its flowers change from white to pink.
The Rupununi Rodeo celebrates the traditions of Guyana's ranchers and vaqueros and attracts thousands of local and international visitors each year.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research
Economic Overview
Macroeconomic Snapshot
GDP, current prices-USD Billions
Real GDP growth-Annual percent change (%)
GDP per capita, current prices-USD per capita
Population-Millions of people
General government gross debt-% of GDP
Income levelWorld Bank classification-
Economic Comparison
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| GDP, current pricesUSD Billions | - | - | |
| GDP, PPPCurrent int$ | - | - | |
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| GDP per capita, current pricesUSD per capita | - | - | |
| PopulationMillions of people | - | - | |
| Unemployment rate% of total labor force | - | - | |
| Inflation rate (avg. consumer prices)Annual percent change (%) | - | - | |
| General government gross debt% of GDP | - | - | |
| Income levelWorld Bank classification | - | - |
Foreign Trade
No data available for this section yet.
Political Overview
Leadership
H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali
Since August 2020
H.E. Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo
Since August 2020
H.E. Brig. (Ret.) Mark Phillips
Since August 2020
H.E. Hugh Todd
Since August 2020
H.E. Dr. Ashni Singh
Since August 2020
H.E. Susan Rodrigues
Since September 2025
Political Summary
Political System
Unitary Parliamentary Republic
The President serves as both Head of State and Head of Government and is elected indirectly as the presidential candidate of the party or coalition winning the most seats in the National Assembly. The President appoints the Prime Minister and the Cabinet, and exercises executive power with the advice of the Cabinet. The Prime Minister and Vice Presidents are senior assistants who help run the government and manage Parliament, operating under the President’s direction.
Ruling Party
People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C): Centre-left to left-wing (since 2020)
Main Opposition Force(s)
We Invest in Nationhood (WIN): PopulistA Partnership for National Unity (APNU): Centre-right to right-wing
Next Presidential Election
Expected in August/September 2030
Next Legislative Election
Expected in August/September 2030
Last Updated: May 2026Source: Internal Research
Membership in Key Organizations and Blocs
50Organizations
30Member
6Founding Member
2Partner, Observer or Participant
12Not a Member
No organisation matches.
Last Updated: July 2026Source: Official websites of the respective organizations
Competitiveness Indexes
| Index | Year | Rank Out of | Guyana | UAE |
|---|
No index matches.
Bilateral Relations
Diplomatic Relations and Representation
Date of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations6 Feb 199531 years of relations
UAE Ambassador
H.E. Muhannad Sulaiman Abdulla Al NaqbiUAE Ambassador to Guyana · ResidentForeign Ambassador
No Accredited AmbassadorLast Updated: June 2026Source: MoFA; Internal Research
Flights by UAE Carriers
Passenger Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Passenger Flights
EYEtihad Airways0
EKEmirates0
FZflydubai0
G9Air Arabia0
Cargo Flights
October 2026 figures0Total Weekly Cargo Flights
EYEtihad Cargo0
EKEmirates SkyCargo0
Last Updated: October 2026Source: GCAA
Consular Information
Tourists | Residents | Students | Golden Visa Holders | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Guyana Nationalsin the UAE | - | - | - | - |
UAE Citizensin Guyana | - | - | - | - |
Main Agreements and MoUs
| Agreement / MOU | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
CEPAComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement | Not Signed | - |
IPPAInvestment Protection and Promotion Agreement | Ratified | Signed on 24 Mar 2022.Ratified on 27 Feb 2024. |
DTADouble Taxation Avoidance Agreement | Ratified | Signed on 24 Mar 2022.Ratified on 27 Feb 2024. |
ASAAir Services Agreement | Ratified | Signed on 23 Nov 2015.Ratified by the UAE on 31 May 2017.Ratified by Guyana on 29 Mar 2024. |
FTAFree Trade Agreement | Not Signed | Guyana is a member of CARICOM.The UAE is interested in negotiating a regional CEPA with CARICOM. |
Ratified— Signed and entered into force
Signed— Signed, but entry into force or ratification is pending
Not Signed— No signed agreement exists
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
UAE Foreign Assistance
| UAE Aid to Guyana | Total Amount |
|---|---|
| Amount (USD Mn) | - |
Bilateral Visits
Official Visits from the UAE
- H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al HashimyMinister of State for International CooperationJan2026
- H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al NahyanMinister of Foreign AffairsOct2023
- H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al HashimyMinister of State for International CooperationJun2023
Official Visits to the UAE
- H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan AliPresident of GuyanaDec2023
- H.E. Dr. Bharrat JagdeoVice President of GuyanaDec2023
- H.E. Deodat IndarMinister within the Ministry of Public Works of GuyanaMar2022
- H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan AliPresident of GuyanaMar2022
- H.E. Manzoor NadirSpeaker of the National Assembly of GuyanaNov2021
- H.E. Dr. Mohamed Irfaan AliPresident of GuyanaOct2021
- Mrs. Arya AliFirst Lady of GuyanaOct2021
- H.E. Oneidge WalrondMinister of Tourism, Industry and Commerce of GuyanaOct2021
The officials’ titles shown reflect the positions held at the time of the visit.
Last Updated: April 2026Source: Internal Research
Trade
Non-Oil Bilateral Trade
-
Rank Among UAE's Trade Partners
-Non-oil trade partner of the UAE
-Source of UAE imports
-Destination for UAE exports
-Destination for UAE re‑exports
Key Trade Commodities
-
Foreign Direct Investment Flows
FDI Inflows (Into the UAE)-
FDI Outflows (UAE Abroad)-
Source: fDi Markets
Major Companies and Investments
Major Guyanese Companies in the UAE
- -
Major UAE Companies in Guyana
- -
Business Support
Joint Business Council(s)-
Cooperation Opportunities
Priority level: HIGH / MEDIUM / EMERGING, based on overall attractiveness to the UAE.
Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research