Security Preparations Heightened in Guyana as Cricket World Cup Approaches

All preparations are hastening for Guyana’s hosting of the super eight matches of the Cricket World Cup as the security aspect moved a step further with 124 officers participating in special exercises.

The training sessions at the Guyana Defense Force’s Camp Ayanganna base focused on ensuring the officers are adequately trained to understand their roles. Security of players and the stadium were among the areas covered.

Several training sessions have already been held by the Joint Services. On January 31, as many as 150 officers took part in a study exercise where they were exposed to disaster planning, maritime security, and intelligence planning and traffic management.

From January 22 to 26 Immigration and Customs Officers were trained in pertinent areas such as the mechanics of the advance passenger information system, trafficking in persons and CARICOM visa arrangements, to recognize illegal activities that may affect Guyana’s security arrangements.

A mock exercise will be staged early in March to test the country’s security readiness. Similar activities will be conducted in the run up to the matches.