Potential security threats from migrants being continuously monitored – President Ali

Local authorities are actively monitoring possible security threats from persons who may travel into Guyana even as the country provides support to migrants, President Dr. Irfaan Ali said on Monday.

The Head of State, speaking to reporters at the sidelines of an event, acknowledged concerns that foreign security agents could possibly infiltrate Guyana by posing as migrants fleeing harsh living conditions overseas.

But Dr. Ali said the government is conscious of that possibility and as such, maintains an active monitoring system.

“Sometimes you’re expected to have a totally open approach but we have certain realities that we have to be conscious about as a people and a government

“… There is a mechanism that we are working to ensure that the borders are secure… to ensure that our borders are not infiltrated in any way, shape or form,” the Head of State said.

He noted too that there is an “active information platform” that analyses internal and external threats to keep Guyanese and other residents of the country safe.

But even as he highlighted the local authorities’ focus on safety and security, Dr. Ali emphasised that the government is maintaining its international obligations that require Guyana’s support for people migrating due to harsh circumstances.