Straight From the Speaker

Messages of Condolence

Following the sinking of the MV Barima on July 18, 2026, the Speaker received messages of sympathy and solidarity directly from parliamentary and international partners.

Incident MV Barima Messages collected in response to the tragedy and its impact on the people of Guyana, the Parliament of Guyana, and the affected families.

Page Focus Formal Tributes and Statements

ParlAmericas

Expression of sympathy to the National Assembly and citizens of Guyana

Message sent directly to the Honourable Manzoor Nadir, Speaker of the National Assembly of Guyana, by ParlAmericas.

Dear Mr. Speaker,

On behalf of ParlAmericas, we extend our deepest sympathy to the members of the National Assembly of Guyana and to the people of Guyana following the tragic capsizing of the MV Barima.

We were saddened to learn of the loss of lives and the profound grief this has caused to your people and communities. Our thoughts are with those who grapple with the loss of loved ones, as well as those who await news on those who remain unaccounted for. We also extend well wishes to the survivors for a full and swift recovery.

Notably, we wish to recognise and commend the tireless and selfless efforts of the search and rescue teams, emergency medical personnel, first responders and all other service providers aiding in ongoing support and response efforts.

May there be comfort found in the outpour of regional and national support and solidarity during this difficult time. We remain inspired by the resilience, unity and strength of the people of Guyana and extend the assurances of our highest consideration.

Alisha Todd Director General, ParlAmericas

Source received as a formal written letter dated July 21, 2026.

National Assembly of Suriname

Condolences from the VHP Parliamentary Fraction

Message sent directly to the Honourable Manzoor Nadir, Speaker of the National Assembly of Guyana, on behalf of the VHP Parliamentary Fraction.

Your Excellency,

On behalf of the VHP Parliamentary Fraction, I wish to convey our deepest condolences to you, the Parliament of Guyana, and the people of Guyana following the tragic loss of so many lives.

We stand in solidarity with your nation during this time of profound grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones, as well as with all those affected by this tragedy.

May the people of Guyana find strength, comfort, and unity during these days of national mourning.

Please accept the assurances of our highest consideration.

Asiskumar Gajadien Leader of the VHP Parliamentary Fraction, National Assembly of Suriname

French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs

Statement following the sinking of the MV Barima

Statement shared directly with the Speaker following the sinking of the MV Barima by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs.

France extends its deepest condolences to the people and Government of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana following the sinking of the MV Barima on July 18. It shares in the grief of the victims, their families, and their loved ones.

In close coordination with the Government of Guyana and the Guyana Defence Force, France deployed on July 20 a reinforcement team of 15 specialists, including military divers and rescue personnel from the French Armed Forces stationed in French Guiana.

France stands in solidarity with its partners and neighbours across the Caribbean, the West Indies, and the Guiana Shield.