In a move to advance bilateral aviation relations, Guyana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Peru to enhance air connectivity between the two South American nations.
The agreement was inked by the Civil Aviation Authorities of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana and the Republic of Peru, marking a significant step toward the negotiation of an Air Services Agreement (ASA) and associated arrangements.
In a statement on Thursday, the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) explained that this initiative is set to strengthen air transport connectivity, foster greater cooperation, and open new opportunities for economic and cultural exchange between the two nations.
“Both parties expressed satisfaction with the longstanding partnership between Guyana and Peru and reaffirmed their strong commitment to concluding an ASA that will promote shared objectives and mutual growth. Once finalised, the ASA will be signed and ratified in accordance with each country’s national procedures, further cementing bilateral relations,” the local Aviation Authority said.
Meanwhile, it was further noted that the MoU paves the way for airlines from both countries to operate regular passenger, cargo, and mail services on mutually agreed routes. It also grants extensive traffic rights, including third, fourth, fifth, and sixth freedom rights for mixed services, as well as up to seventh freedom rights for all-cargo operations. These provisions are expected to boost trade, tourism, and people-to-people ties.
The signing ceremony was done virtually by the Director General of the GCAA, Lt Col (Ret’d) Egbert Field, and the Director General of the Directorate for Civil Aviation of Peru, Ms Paola Mariella Marin Ugarte, both of whom underscored the importance of this milestone in advancing regional integration and connectivity.
The MoU also underscores the shared commitment of both civil aviation authorities to pursue innovative solutions, enhance aviation safety standards, and reinforce robust regulatory frameworks, positioning Guyana and Peru as leaders in regional aviation collaboration.
The MoU was signed virtually in English and Spanish, reflecting the spirit of partnership and mutual respect, according to the GCAA. During the ceremony, Peru also signed a similar MoU with Uruguay.
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