United States Ambassador to Guyana Nicole Theriot says she believes the Irfaan Ali-led PPP/C administration is governing with the best interests of the Guyanese people in mind.
Speaking on the SOURCES programme, Theriot offered a positive assessment of governance and institutional direction at what she described as a critical stage in Guyana’s development.
“I honestly believe that the current leadership of this country has the Guyanese people’s best interests at heart,” the Ambassador said.
Theriot pointed to the scale and reach of infrastructure projects across the country, saying development is not limited to the capital.
“I look around at all of the infrastructure projects that are going on, and it’s really important to note they’re not just in Georgetown,” she said, adding that she travels widely and sees similar projects wherever she goes.
She also said the government is strategically using oil revenues to fund projects intended to deliver long-term national benefits.
“They are using the oil revenues that they’re receiving now… to create critical infrastructure that will benefit all Guyanese,” Theriot stated.
Defending the administration against criticism that people “can’t eat a road,” the Ambassador referenced President Irfaan Ali’s remarks.
“People sometimes criticize him because you can’t eat a road. But the fact is that is going to allow the Guyanese farmer, business people, the average citizen, to move more freely and quickly around the country,” she said.
Theriot argued that improved connectivity will translate into concrete economic and personal gains.
“That is going to improve the personal circumstances of the Guyanese people.”
The US diplomat said she believes Guyana is moving in a positive direction overall, saying, “I see everything moving in the right direction.”
She also expressed appreciation for Guyana’s continued partnership with the United States in its development trajectory.
“I’m so proud and grateful that we are continually turned to be the partner in that development,” she said.
Theriot further highlighted the value of working with American companies, citing quality, sustainability and high ethical standards.
“When you work with a US company, you’re going to have quality, sustainability, and very high business ethics standards and international quality,” she said.
She added that Guyana’s decision to engage U.S. partners has been beneficial.
“Working with the US was a wonderful decision that was made by your government.”
