The two sides also took the opportunity to discuss improved trade relations between Guyana and China. Mr Hanqing noted China’s interest in bringing a number of electric vehicles (EV) to Guyana, and working on requisite infrastructure for these vehicles.

The Canton Fair plays a key role in advancing economic and trade exchanges between China and the rest of the world. At its last hosting the Canton Fair saw the participation of overseas buyers from 229 countries and regions featuring over 197,000 in person participants and almost 500,000 online participants.

Mr. Hutson conveyed the Chamber’s readiness to collaborate with the Chinese Embassy to see the participation of Guyanese businesses at the prominent international event. Mr. Hutson and mr Hanqing agreed to collaborate on a sensitization session for members of the GCCI, in order for them to understand the variety of opportunities available for them at the Fair.