GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Commonwealth Secretary General, Shirley Botchwey, has held talks with President Irfaan Ali, according to a statement issued here on Wednesday.
“During the meeting, Ms Botchwey thanked President Ali for his support during her election and for his stewardship and leadership on global issues,” said the statement, noting that Botchwey is visiting Guyana for the first time since her election victory on 1 April.
It said that a luncheon held in her honor on Wednesday with President Ali emphasizing that “Guyana and the Commonwealth are aligned in advancing key issues within an ever-changing and dynamic global environment, such as climate change and biodiversity; and sustainable development, particularly with a focus on women, children, and persons with disabilities”.
Botchwey was presented with a painting titled ‘The Koker’, created by local artist Merlene Ellis.
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