The Government of Guyana has resuscitated the Multi-Agency Coordinating Committee for Addressing the Influx of Venezuelan Migrants into Guyana.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a release on Monday stated that the newly restored Committee met on Saturday and was co-chaired by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira. The Committee plans to focus on the Venezuelan migrant situation “through a coordinated effort between the Government and international partners.”
According to the release, representatives from various government ministries, agencies, and United Nations agencies applauded the resuscitation of the committee. Attendees examined means of strengthening its capacity through “coherent policies to prevent uncoordinated and duplicated activities.” Discussions also focused on irregular border crossings and the registration of migrants as well as outlined initiatives and ongoing projects to assist migrants.