The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) welcomed a trade delegation of eight companies from Jamaica today. The trade mission was organized by the GCCI and the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC) with the aim of deepening business linkages between the two countries.
The delegation included Jamaican companies seeking cooperation, distribution and investment opportunities across several sectors including legal services, Information Communication Technology (ICT) services, construction, food retail, pharmaceuticals and skills certification.
Senior Vice-President of the GCCI, Mr. Timothy Tucker, welcomed the delegation and briefly talked about the role of the GCCI in strengthening trade ties within the Region: “…the GCCI will continue to engage private sector partners, such as the Jamaican Chamber of Commerce (JCC), with the aim of fostering collaborative business relationships and encouraging, promoting, and facilitating trade and investment between Jamaica and Guyana.”
Mr. Tucker added that while Jamaica and Guyana enjoy good relations as it relates to trade, there remains untapped potential for increasing trade between the two countries. “Guyana is a lucrative market for Jamaica and there are numerous opportunities for trade and investment between our countries. In 2020, the benefits of linking exporters to potential importers, exploring Joint Venture initiatives and long-term relationships between Jamaica and Guyana remain relevant…” he said.
During the five-day mission, the delegation will have a chance to have one-on-one meetings with potential Guyanese business partners and enjoy an evening of networking with business-oriented guests at a welcome reception organized by the GCCI.
The GCCI has worked collaboratively with other regional and international private sector organizations including the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), the Newfoundland and Labrador Oil & Gas Industries Association (Noia) of Canada and the Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce to promote bilateral trade and raise Guyana’s profile as a prime destination for investment.
The GCCI has noted that within the first quarter of 2020, it will be facilitating two additional inbound trade missions from Curacao and Finland. (GCCI)
