– Happy Independence Guyana
On the occasion of Guyana’s 59th Independence Anniversary, the Guyana Defence Force Ship, GDFS SHAHOUD has embarked on a maritime patrol of the nation’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). This operation, termed the “Independence Sail,” serves as a timely symbol of national sovereignty and an ongoing, commitment to the protection of Guyana’s maritime boundaries.
Having been duly authorised and guided, this mission, undertaken with patriotic pride, reinforces Guyana’s rightful authority over its EEZ, an area critical to national development and maritime resource management.
In a stirring address to the crew, Commanding Officer of the Coast Guard, Commander David Shamsudeen framed the patrol as more than a routine deployment. He emphasized its symbolic importance, aligning it with the legacy of independence and the solemn duty of defence. “Each one of you embodies the spirit of our nation, resilient, proud, and steadfast in your commitment to protect what is ours,” Commander Shamsudeen declared.
“Your presence out there, strong and vigilant, sends a clear message to the world: Guyana is independent, and we will defend what is ours.”
