The Ministry of Health today signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the People’s Republic of China, reaffirming the longstanding partnership between the two nations in the field of healthcare. The agreement facilitates the continued dispatch of Chinese Medical Teams to Guyana a collaboration that has flourished for more than 32 years.
This initiative represents China’s first-ever medical cooperation project in South America, forming the cornerstone of a robust and evolving healthcare partnership. Under the terms of the MoU, each batch of Chinese medical professionals will serve in Guyana for a minimum of one year. To date, China has deployed 20 medical teams comprising 295 professionals to support healthcare delivery in Guyana.
Delivering remarks at the ceremony, Her Excellency Yang Yang, Chinese Ambassador to Guyana, praised the enduring dedication of the Chinese Medical Teams.
“For over three decades, these teams have demonstrated tenacity, selflessness, and a deep commitment to saving lives. Their work has not only enhanced local healthcare but also helped nurture a capable medical workforce within Guyana”, she stated.
Ambassador Yang reaffirmed China’s unwavering support in advancing Guyana’s healthcare system, pledging to fully utilize the expertise of the Chinese Medical Teams to elevate medical services and improve the well-being of the Guyanese people.
Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr Frank Anthony, also addressed the gathering, acknowledging the profound impact of the collaboration. “Over the years, more than 1.31 million patients have benefitted from lifesaving surgeries and treatments conducted in partnership with the Chinese Medical Teams,” Dr. Anthony revealed. He noted that the initial agreement, signed in 1993, has since evolved into a lasting and impactful bilateral relationship.
“We are extremely grateful not just to the medical brigades that have served here
but also to the Government and people of China for making this partnership a reality,” the Minister added.
Present at the signing ceremony were Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Mr Malcolm Watkins; Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), Mr Robbie Rambarran; and Director of Medical and Professional Services at GPHC, Dr. Ravindranauth Rambaran.
The renewed MoU symbolizes continued commitment from both nations to strengthen healthcare delivery and build a resilient, collaborative future in health.
Health Minister and Chinese Ambassador soging the MOU.
Minister of Health alongside Chines Ambassador, Permanent Secretary, Director of Medical and Professional Service and members of the chinese delegation.