Prime Minister Mark Phillips will represent Guyana at the 56th Meeting of Ministers of the Latin American and Caribbean Energy Organization (OLADE/OLACDE) in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, on 8–9 October 2026. He will attend alongside Dr. Mahender Sharma, Chief Executive Officer of the Guyana Energy Agency.
According to multiple outlets, the meeting brings together regional energy leaders to address shared priorities around energy security, investment, and cooperation. Coverage also highlights a focus on technological innovation and efforts to develop energy systems that are diversified, affordable, and reliable. One outlet notes that Guyana is expected to outline its priorities for building such an energy system during the discussions. The reporting is consistent that the event takes place in the Dominican Republic and that Guyana’s delegation will be led by Phillips with Sharma participating in an official capacity.
