Arrival Day 2025 Message from the People’s Progressive Party

On this Arrival Day 2025, the People’s Progressive Party extends warm greetings to all Guyanese as  we commemorate an occasion that celebrates the arrival of the many peoples who came to these  shores and contributed to the building of our diverse and vibrant society. 

This day reminds us of the journeys undertaken by our ancestors—journeys filled with hardship,  uncertainty, and endurance. Each group faced its own trials and challenges. Despite the adversity,  they persevered, laying the foundation for the Guyana we proudly call home today. 

We pay tribute to the Indians—who formed the largest group—the Portuguese, and the Chinese, all  of whom arrived under indentureship or migration schemes. They worked tirelessly across  plantations, businesses, and emerging industries, and made enduring contributions alongside the  Africans & Amerindians. Together, these groups—and their descendants—have shaped the soul of our  country. 

Their blood, sweat, and sacrifices have built the foundations of our democracy, economy, and cultural  richness. From the fields of Berbice to the coasts of Essequibo, and from the mining towns to the  hinterland communities, every ethnic group has played a vital role in nation-building.  

It is through their determination and hope that we now enjoy the blessings of a free, democratic, and  increasingly prosperous Guyana. Their struggles have given rise to a nation full of promise—a nation  where every citizen, regardless of race, religion, or background, has the opportunity to thrive. 

Arrival Day teaches us vital lessons—of unity, tolerance, and shared destiny. In remembering our  ancestors, we are reminded of the power of solidarity and the importance of inclusion. It calls on us  to honour their legacy by not allowing those whose sole aim is to sow the seeds of division, foment  strife and undo all the gains we have made as a country to succeed. 

As we commemorate this Arrival Day, let us reaffirm our commitment to unity and progress. Let us  continue to build a Guyana where the dreams of our ancestors live on in the achievements of their  descendants. 

Happy Arrival Day 2025! 

People’s Progressive Party