Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has toured sustainable development and skills training programmes at Dumfries House in Scotland, as he explored expanded cooperation with The King’s Foundation on urban planning and climate resilience.
The Vice President reviewed a range of initiatives aimed at supporting communities through education and skills development, spanning construction, sustainable agriculture, heritage crafts, STEM education, health and wellbeing, and broader vocational training. The programmes are designed to strengthen employment pathways by linking training, enterprise and community support.
Discussions also centred on the foundation’s growing international work, including its collaboration with Guyana, aligned with President Dr Irfaan Ali’s vision to ensure that rapid urban expansion is guided by strong planning, high-quality design and long-term resilience.
Jagdeo also met international students participating in the Foundation’s programmes, including trainees from Antigua and Barbuda, and observed hands-on training in sustainable construction and climate-adapted skills.
He said Guyana has made significant progress in infrastructure development over the past five years, with major investments in roads, bridges, housing and drainage, alongside expanded access to services and economic opportunities.
He added that as development continues, greater emphasis will be placed on improving quality, integration and sustainability to ensure economic growth translates into higher living standards for citizens.
