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About the Ambassador

Ambassador Luca Pierantoni is an experienced diplomat, with almost 25 years of work in the European Union. His first posting was in Sudan, between 2005 and 2008, during the Darfur crisis. Between 2008 and 2013  he worked at the EU Delegation to Thailand where he was in charge of the assistance programme in Burma/Myanmar and along the Thai-Burma border. 

Between 2014 and 2019 he was the Head of the EU Regional Cooperation in the Caribbean, being posted initially in Georgetown (Guyana) and, later on, in Bridgetown (Barbados). In 2019 he was nominated as Head of the EU Cooperation to Argentina. 

Just before being nominated Ambassador to Guyana, Suriname and Caricom, he was serving as the Head of the Political Team at the European Commission’s Representation in Italy. 

Ambassador Luca Pierantoni is a Lawyer specialising in Human Rights and EU Law, he has studied in Naples (Italy) where he hails from. 

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    Ambassador Luca Pierantoni

Message from the Ambassador

Dear Visitor,

Welcome to the website of the EU Delegation to Guyana! You will find here a great deal of information on the EU and its relations with Guyana, Suriname and the Overseas Countries and Territories under our responsibility, namely Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius, Sint Maarten and Saint-Barthélemy.

In a rapidly evolving global landscape, our long-standing partnerships are more vital than ever. The European Union is a unique project of democratic cooperation, dedicated not only to the prosperity of our own citizens but also to fostering sustainable development and stability worldwide. Our relationship with Guyana and Suriname, rooted in shared history and common values, is now entering a dynamic new phase.

A Forward-Looking Partnership with the Global Gateway

As Guyana and Suriname embrace new economic horizons, the EU stands as a committed partner for smart, clean, and sustainable growth. At the heart of our engagement in 2025 is the EU's Global Gateway initiative. This is our strategy to boost trusted and sustainable connections with the world by mobilizing strategic investments in key sectors.

Through Global Gateway, we are working with our partners in Guyana and Suriname to:

  • Develop Sustainable Infrastructure: Investing in high-quality transport, clean energy, and climate-resilient projects that create local value and adhere to the highest environmental and social standards.
  • Boost Digital Connectivity: Enhancing access to secure and reliable digital networks to power modern economies, improve public services, and connect people.
  • Strengthen Health and Education Systems: Fostering human development through investments in resilient healthcare and quality education.

This initiative is about creating a network of opportunities built on a foundation of transparency, good governance, and mutual benefit.

Our Shared Priorities

Our cooperation reflects the key challenges and opportunities of our time. Together, we are focused on:

  • The Green Transition: In line with the European Green Deal, we are strong allies in the fight against climate change and environmental degradation. We actively support the unique role of Guyana and Suriname as guardians of vast forest resources, promoting biodiversity, sustainable forestry, and a transition to renewable energy.
  • Economic Diversification and Trade: Our partnership, underpinned by the EU-CARIFORUM Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA), aims to foster inclusive economic growth beyond traditional sectors, creating jobs and promoting fair trade.
  • Democracy, Human Rights, and the Rule of Law: These shared values are the bedrock of our relationship. We continue to support efforts to strengthen democratic institutions, promote good governance, and ensure security for all citizens.

A Commitment to Cooperation

Whether we are addressing global challenges like climate change or seizing opportunities in the digital age, we know that we can achieve far more together than we can alone. Our partnerships with Guyana, Suriname, and the OCTs are a testament to our firm belief in a rules-based international order and the power of multilateral cooperation.

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