Twenty-five technical staff from the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) have begun an extensive oil development training programme. The training, hosted at the Guyana Forestry Commission’s Complex in Kingston, Georgetown, started on Monday and will continue for three weeks, ending on July 28.
This programme is a collaborative effort involving the ministry, the Chinese Embassy, CNOOC Guyana, and the Development and Research Centre of China Geological Services.
At the opening ceremony, Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, stressed the urgent need for building capacity in the oil and gas sector. He said, “One of the main tasks was to ensure that we build capacity, especially with regard to the management and regulating of the oil and gas sector.”
Minister Bharrat also encouraged the trainees to use the skills and insights acquired during the course to keep up with the industry’s fast-paced advancements and contribute to the nation’s growth. “What we need to do is shift our focus heavily on gas utilisation and monetisation and development of our gas resources,” he added.
Chinese Ambassador to Guyana, Guo Haiyan, highlighted that this training is the second of five bilateral courses planned for Guyana in 2024. She underscored the importance of collaboration to support Guyana’s rapid development and to strengthen the framework of the oil and gas sector.
“The oil and gas industry is critical to Guyana’s economic transformation and social development. One of the objectives of this seminar is to share management experiences and technology with Guyana to help reduce the negative impact of fossil energy development,” the ambassador said.
Moreover, after completing the seminar, participants are expected to travel to China for further training, enhancing their knowledge and skills in the oil and gas sector. (Modified from DPI)
