Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau addressed the U.S.-Guyana Investment Enabling Forum on July 17, emphasizing efforts to strengthen investor confidence and expand U.S. commercial engagement in Guyana. The event, co-hosted with the Business Council for International Understanding at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, brought together senior officials from both countries along with private sector leaders to discuss progress on the business environment, energy, and infrastructure.
Landau said that commercial diplomacy is a core element of American foreign policy. He stated, “The United States is committed to ensuring that where American companies invest, the U.S. Government stands behind them: cutting red tape, expanding access to financing, and creating the conditions for durable, high-quality investment.”
As Guyana’s economy continues its expansion, Landau said that the United States is positioning American businesses to lead in sectors such as energy and infrastructure central to Guyana’s growth.
He also highlighted qualities offered by U.S. companies including high standards, transparent financing, and quality workmanship. “A strong U.S.-Guyana economic partnership is a strategic priority,” Landau said.
Landau added that deepening these ties strengthens supply chains and advances energy security while building a more stable hemisphere benefiting both American workers and businesses as well as local communities in Guyana.