U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo congratulates President Ali

THE United States (U.S.) Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has congratulated President Mohamed Irfaan Ali on his victory at the March 2 General and Regional Elections, adding that he looks forward to working with Guyana to advance shared values, economic prosperity and security in the Region.
Pompeo on Monday tweeted, “Spoke with Guyanese President Irfaan Ali to express our congratulations on his election victory. Democracy ultimately prevailed in Guyana. The United States stands ready to work with our Guyanese neighbour after this historic transition.”

Additionally, Pompeo Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus stated that President Ali’s electoral victory reflected a free, fair, credible, and transparent electoral process that respects the rule of law and the will of the Guyanese people.