A DELEGATION from the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) of Guyana is currently participating in a training seminar on “Poverty Reduction and Development” under the Global Development Initiative (GDI) in the People’s Republic of China.
The ERC team, led by Commissioner Neaz Subhan, will be in China from October 14 to 31, 2025, for the capacity-building programme hosted by the International Poverty Reduction Center in China (IPRCC).
As part of the seminar, participants will travel from Beijing to various provinces to observe China’s diverse ethnic landscape and learn about the strategies employed to promote inclusion, community development, and social harmony.
According to the ERC, the initiative aligns with its ongoing efforts to strengthen institutional capacity and advance social cohesion in Guyana. The seminar also brings together representatives from several countries to exchange knowledge and approaches to addressing poverty and inequality — issues that often challenge peace and stability in multiethnic societies.
At the opening ceremony, Commissioner Neaz Subhan and Ms. Jie Ping, Deputy Director General of the IPRCC, were featured speakers. In his remarks, Subhan underscored the importance of international collaboration and shared learning in building equitable and resilient societies.
“The ERC remains steadfast in its constitutional mandate to promote unity and equality among all ethnic groups in Guyana,” the Commission noted in a statement. “This training represents an important opportunity to broaden our understanding of global best practices that can inform our national policies and community engagement efforts.”
The ERC delegation also paid a courtesy visit to the Guyana Embassy in Beijing, where they were warmly received by Her Excellency Anyin Choo, Guyana’s Ambassador to China.
The ERC extended its gratitude to the Government of China for facilitating the training and for its continued support in fostering global co-operation and knowledge exchange.
The Commission emphasised that insights gained from the seminar will contribute to its broader mission of building a more inclusive, equitable, and harmonious society in Guyana.
