Today marks a significant milestone in regional security and defence cooperation with the official commencement of the highly anticipated Managing Defence in the Wider Security Context Course 2025. The course commenced today at the Roraima Duke Lodge in Georgetown and brings together government representatives, members of the joint services, and security experts from various industries for high-level discussions on contemporary security challenges. The event underscores the critical importance of strategic defense management in an era of evolving security threats.
In remarks at today’s opening ceremony , Chief of Defence Staff, Brigadier Omar Khan, MSS, and the Deputy High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Guyana, Judy Omasan Kpogho, emphasized the necessity of comprehensive security strategies and adaptive leadership in maintaining national and regional stability.
The course is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of defence management within a broader security framework. Over the coming days, attendees will engage in discussions on global security trends, defence policy formulation, crisis response, and inter-agency cooperation. Experts from the UK and other international security institutions will facilitate sessions, providing valuable insights into effective defence planning and strategic decision-making.
Guyana’s hosting of this prestigious course reaffirms its commitment to strengthening its defence capabilities and enhancing regional security cooperation. The knowledge and expertise gained from this initiative will contribute to improved security governance and foster greater collaboration across the Caribbean and beyond.
The course concludes on Friday February, 28, 2025
