As Guyana and Barbados move to strengthen regional integration through easier travel arrangements, the two countries are also opening the door to new investment opportunities for their citizens through a proposed joint infrastructure fund.
Speaking at a press conference during Guyana’s 60th Independence celebrations, Prime Minister Mottley announced plans for the proposed “Trident Arrow Investment Fund”, a joint initiative that would allow citizens of both Guyana and Barbados to invest directly in major infrastructure and long-term development projects.
According to Mottley, the fund is intended to give ordinary citizens an opportunity to earn returns while becoming stakeholders in transformative national projects within their countries.
The initiative signals a new approach to regional development financing, with both governments aiming to create greater public participation in economic growth and infrastructure expansion.
On Monday, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley became the first Barbadian to travel to Guyana using a digital identification card instead of a passport under a new bilateral travel initiative. The measure, which takes full effect on July 1, is expected to simplify movement between the two countries and deepen economic cooperation.
President Dr. Irfaan Ali described the initiative as a significant advancement in regional partnership, noting that it was made possible through collaboration between both governments, CARICOM IMPACS and regional stakeholders.
