Georgetown : New Norwegian Ambassador to Guyana Aud Marti Wiig presented her letters of Credence to President Donald Ramotar and said the Governments of both countries share a deep and sincere desire to preserve what nature has given.
The non-resident Ambassador who is on her first visit to Guyana intends to build on the excellent relations, and after pointing out areas that she believes need strengthening, she was given the assurance by President Ramotar about the Guyana Government’s commitment to the full fledged implementation of the Guyana/Norway climate pact.
“We are convinced that through inclusivity and partnership, we can achieve our sustainable development goals,” President Ramotar said.
As the Ambassador seeks to also explore new waters during her tenure, President Ramotar suggested looking at the possibilities for increased commercial relations, shipping and industry.
In keeping with the agreement that was signed between former President Bharrat Jagdeo and Norwegian Minister of Environment and International Development Erik Solheim in 2009, Guyana is expected to receive funding of up to $250M by 2015.
Guyana and Norway have enjoyed good relations at both the bilateral and multilateral levels since the establishment of diplomatic relations on August 2, 1979.
The new Norwegian diplomat is currently serving as her country’s Ambassador to Brazil, an appointment which she took up in 2012.
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