In a significant move to bolster regional security capabilities, the United States has completed an intensive executive leadership program for senior officers of the Guyana Police Force (GPF). The specialized training, conducted from March 9-12, 2026, at the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) in Florida, represents the latest development in ongoing security cooperation between the two nations.
The program specifically targeted enhancement of crisis response protocols and command structure effectiveness within the Guyanese law enforcement agency. Eight high-ranking GPF officials engaged in hands-on training alongside MDSO experts, focusing on interagency communication strategies, risk assessment methodologies, and leadership techniques tailored for complex policing scenarios.
Participants gained practical exposure to advanced law enforcement technology during site visits to MDSO’s Real Time Crime and Communications Center and the Midwest District Station. This immersive experience provided firsthand knowledge of cutting-edge crisis management protocols and technological integration in modern policing.
This exchange builds upon previous collaborative efforts, including the inaugural GPF-MDSO crisis management training conducted in Georgetown during August 2025. The program received funding through the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative (CBSI) framework.
The CBSI represents a comprehensive U.S. security cooperation program involving Guyana and twelve other Caribbean nations, with strategic objectives including dismantling transnational criminal networks, combating narcotics trafficking, and strengthening regional security partnerships. The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the development of Guyana’s law enforcement institutions to enhance both national public safety and regional security stability.