Guyana’s National Pledge: Written by Forbes Burnham, Adopted 1970

"I pledge myself to honour always / The Flag of Guyana, / The National Symbol of this, / My country. / I will be honest and true, / Respectful and responsible, / To preserve and protect / Our natural resources, / And work to the best of my ability / For the progress of Guyana."

Prime Minister Forbes Burnham authored it; adopted 23 Feb 1970, first recited Independence Day (26 May 1970). Recited daily in schools and offices—patriotism, stewardship, progress.