GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) — Guyana’s President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali says an international and independent commission of inquiry will be established to investigate the circumstances surrounding the capsizing of the ferry – the MV Barima.

In a statement on Saturday, Ali said the five-member panel to be announced Sunday, would comprise “distinguished experts and professionals” with extensive experience in law, marine engineering, maritime safety and disaster investigation.

He said the members had been selected for their independence, technical expertise and proven ability, and would determine their own procedures and methods of work.