Western diplomats expect calm election

Sep 01, 2025 News

…reaffirm respect for Guyana’s sovereignty

Kaieteur News – As Guyanese head to the polls today, the United Government has reaffirmed its respect for this country’s sovereignty even as it anticipates a peaceful election.

“The United States welcomes Guyana’s national and regional elections on September 1. Ambassador Theriot and a team from the U.S. Embassy have been accredited by GECOM to observe elections across Guyana. We expect election day to be calm and peaceful, with registered voters casting their votes freely,” the US Embassy here said in a statement on Facebook. “The United States reaffirms our respect for Guyana’s sovereignty and values Guyana as a strong, stable democratic partner,” the statement concluded.

Meanwhile, the Delegation of the European Union in Guyana said it is an exciting day for Guyana, “as the people of this beautiful country exercise their right to vote.” According to the EU it is looking forward to this celebration of democracy – a day when Guyanese freely and peacefully cast their vote. Jane Miller, British High Commissioner to Guyana said she will be observing the election with her British High Commission team. “September 1st is an exciting day for Guyana, as the people of this beautiful country have the opportunity to vote. We are looking forward to a peaceful day – one where people freely cast their vote,” her brief statement read.

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