(Kaieteur News) – The United States (U.S.) Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau has disclosed that American companies are expected to compete for opportunities in infrastructure, including ports, roads and housing as the country look to deepen its involvement in Guyana’s economic development.

Landau made the remarks during a visit to Georgetown, where he met with President Irfaan Ali and discussed economic development, security and counter-narcotics cooperation between Washington and Georgetown.

Speaking after his meeting with President Ali, Landau highlighted that Guyana is at a stage of development where infrastructure is needed to support further economic growth. He noted, “I think the two areas that we focused on today with President Ali are the economic area where Guyana is at a stage in development where it needs infrastructure as the foundation for further economic growth.”