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Pres. Ali leads high-level delegation aboard USS Nimitz
(Kaieteur News) – President Irfaan Ali, on the invitation of United States (U.S.) Ambassador to Guyana Nichole Theriot, on Saturday visited the USS NIMITZ, the U.S. Navy’s most historic aircraft as part of Southern Seas 2026.
In a Facebook post, the Office of the President said that the head of state was joined by his Cabinet and senior officers of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF)
President Irfaan Ali, U.S. Ambassador Nicole Theriot and Chief of Defence Staff Omar Khan aboard the USS Nimitz.
Aircraft on board the USS Nimitz.
President Ali said it was his “greatest honour to join some of the finest men and women in uniform on board the USS NIMITZ as we celebrate partnership, friendship, and our collective goal of ensuring a region built on peace, democracy, and the shared values of the members of the Shield of the Americas.”
He also lauded the military power, precision, discipline and unconditional commitment of the men and women of the aircraft carrier, the statement said.
While on the vessel, he met three Guyanese among the crew, which he said filled him with pride.
“I pray for God’s blessing, guidance and protection for all our men and women in uniform as we work tirelessly in support of the development, prosperity and friendship of our two nations.”
President Irfaan Ali with three Guyanese who are Navy Seals aboard the USS Nimitz
President Irfaan Ali, U.S. Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot, senior government officials and officers of the GDF with crew of the USS NIMITZ.
An aircraft takes off from the USS NIMITZ.
Meanwhile, the U.S. Embassy in a separate Facebook post said that with over 4,000 crew members and operating some of the world’s most advanced aircraft, “the USS Nimitz represents American naval excellence and our unwavering commitment to regional security and cooperation.”
Ambassador Theriot emphasized, “The United States and Guyana share a commitment to regional security and prosperity. The visit of the USS Nimitz demonstrates our dedication to working hand-in-hand with Guyana and our Caribbean partners to address shared challenges and build a safer, stronger hemisphere for all our citizens.”
As part of this deployment, the USS Nimitz is conducting exercises with armed forces from the Guyana Defence Force, strengthening alliances and building the capabilities needed to address security challenges together. Guyana’s role as a founding member of the Shield of the Americas Coalition underscores our shared commitment to hemispheric security, the statement said.
Further, the embassy said, “Our partnership extends beyond military exercises. Under the shiprider agreement between the United States and Guyana, Guyanese law enforcement officers embark on U.S. law enforcement vessels to assist in conducting counter-drug patrols and pursuing suspected drug traffickers that flee into Guyanese territorial waters—a testament to our collaborative approach to combating transnational crime.”
Lieutenant Commander Clint Venture, a Guyanese naval officer who previously spent six weeks on the Nimitz as an embarked international staff (EIS), joined the VIP visit. As a member of the EIS, Venture took part in the planning and execution of bilateral engagements between Nimitz and partner nations throughout the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) area of responsibility.
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