By Mark DaCosta- Guyana’s post-earthquake humanitarian consignment has successfully reached the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, a development confirmed by the Department of Public Information on the 13th of July 2026. Two cargo vessels, the Mega and the Motti, berthed at La Guaira Port on Sunday July 12, laden with provisions, pharmaceuticals, and other emergency materials dispatched under the direction of President Mohamed Irfaan Ali. The initiative drew upon the collective goodwill of fellow CARICOM territories and the generosity of our domestic private sector.

Foreign Secretary Robert Persaud, in remarks issued on Monday, underscored that the safe docking of these vessels is emblematic of our nation’s enduring pledge to stand beside neighbouring states when catastrophe strikes. “Guyana remains a reliable partner in times of crisis and stands in solidarity with the Venezuelan people as they recover from the devastating impacts of the earthquake,” he declared.

The handover ceremony was attended by Venezuela’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Yvan Gil, alongside our own Ambassador to that country, His Excellency Dr Richard Van West-Charles. The journey itself had started from BK Wharf in Kingston, Georgetown, where Senior Minister within the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance, Dr Ashni Singh, observed the Motti setting sail.