The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) recently hosted a workshop to secure stakeholdersโ approval of the findings and recommendations of a Sectoral Analysis for e-Commerce Development in Guyana. The analysis focused on the agriculture and agro-processing, manufacturing, services, and wholesale and retail trade sectors.
This event brought together key stakeholders to discuss and validate the analysis’ findings and to identify priority sectors that are best suited for e-commerce development in Guyana.
During the workshop, participants discussed the current state of e-commerce adoption in Guyana and constraints to e-commerce development. In keeping with Guyanaโs e-Commerce Strategy, discussions also focused on the sectors most likely to benefit from adopting e-commerce now and in the near future. The Ministry of Tourism, Industry and Commerce (MTIC) played a central role in leading this initiative.
Key outcomes of the workshop included increased awareness and understanding of the opportunities for e-commerce development in Guyana, identification and agreement on the priority sectors for e-commerce development; and commitment by MTIC to develop an action plan to implement the recommendations highlighted in the report.
The workshopย is part of USAIDโs Caribbean Business Enabling Environment Reform program (CBEE-R), which aims, in part, to enhance an open, inclusive, and secure digital economy.ย CBEE-R supports evidence-based decision-making and business growth that contributes to sustainable and robust Caribbean economies. By identifying priority sectors for e-commerce development, the Government of Guyana can design targeted interventions to develop sectors with the highest growth potential.
USAID in a statement said it is committed to supporting Guyana in its journey towards e-commerce development and sustainable economic growth. The outcomes of this workshop mark a significant step forward in achieving these goals.
