‘Guyana has gone above and beyond after Hurricane Beryl’ – Grenadian PM

Grenada, and its smaller dependants Carriacou and Petite Martinique, were among the countries hard-hit by Hurricane Beryl weeks ago.

Many countries, particularly those within the 15-member regional bloc known as the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), stepped up to help countries in need but Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell singled out Guyana’s support during his visit to the South American nation this week.

“Guyana has gone above and beyond the call of duty.

“You are the only CARIOCM country with troops still stationed in Grenada and (their stay has been) extended by a further two weeks to help with the continuing building and recovery effort.

“There is no reason for you to do this other than the love, the humility and the solidarity for the people of Grenada, Carricou and Petit Martinique,” Prime Minister Mitchell said on Wednesday night at a business dinner in Guyana’s capital city, Georgetown.

Just after the hurricane hit Caribbean islands, Guyana sprang into action. Relief supplies were dispatched and later, in Grenada, soldiers were sent to help with rebuilding efforts.

Prime Minister Mitchell said the efforts of the soldiers have made a “remarkable difference” in Grenada’s abilit to “stand up” and rebuild.

So he expressed heartfel gratitude to the government and people of Guyana.