By Fabiana Mcklmon
The Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2024 is set to unlock exceptional opportunities for the local private sector, according to Senior Director of Investment, John Edghill, in an exclusive interview with this newscast.
With hundreds of delegates expected from around the world, the CIF 2024 aims to foster connections, strategic alliances, and associations to support national infrastructure development.
This is anticipated to significantly benefit the Guyanese private sector.
John Edghill, Senior Director of Investment at GO-INVEST, highlighted that one of the forum’s greatest advantages will be facilitating numerous projects that have been hindered by financial constraints.
He emphasized that the local commercial banking system alone cannot accommodate all investments.
Instead, the forum provides a platform to attract equity partners who can co-finance ventures, reducing the need for substantial debt.
Edghill also pointed out the forum’s potential for small and medium-sized businesses, which are crucial to the country’s economic development.
He noted that the event will enable these businesses to showcase their capabilities to regional and international audiences, thus opening new markets for their products and services.
Some of the primary focuses of CIF 2024 will include sustainable agriculture, the green economy, and business digitalization.
The third edition of the Caribbean Investment Forum will take place from July 10 to 12 at the Arthur Chung Convention Centre.