By Saskia WarrickOctober 7, 2024 Guyana is increasingly making its mark on the global stage, opening up new avenues for economic growth and regional collaboration, according to Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hugh Todd. He shared insights during the latest episode of the ‘Energy Perspectives’ podcast. Minister Todd emphasized that as a developing […]
By Saskia WarrickOctober 5, 2024 Guyana’s apiculture industry is projected to experience substantial expansion by the end of this year, as announced by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar Mustapha. The government’s commitment to developing this sector is part of a broader agricultural development agenda aimed at tapping into the country’s vast and largely undeveloped land suitable for […]
By Josiah Williams | October 4, 2024 The People’s Progressive Party (PPP) has stated that it will not tolerate any attempts to stifle its local government councillors as they work to serve their constituents and advocate for development. This declaration comes from the Party’s General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, in response to recent issues in […]
September 28, 2024By Fabiana McKlmon During the recent Clinton Global Initiative 2024 meeting in New York, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali emphasized the Guyana Government’s dedication to preserving the country’s diverse ecosystems. He underscored the environmental and economic benefits associated with the Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS 2030). President Ali announced plans to double the […]
By Delicia Janneire | September 26, 2024 Guyana is steadfast in its efforts to combat hunger and malnutrition through a series of extensive agricultural initiatives, according to Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha. He made these remarks during a virtual high-level dialogue organized by the UN Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) focused on addressing hunger in […]
By Samuel Sukhnandan | September 25, 2024 Trade relations between Guyana and China have experienced remarkable growth in recent years, increasing from US$180 million to US$1.23 billion over the past 11 years. This substantial rise underscores the deepening historical ties between the two nations. Zhou Hanmin, Vice-Chair of the Shanghai Public Diplomacy Association (CPDA), emphasized […]
President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, has called for immediate reforms to the global financial architecture to promote inclusivity and sustainable development. Addressing the Summit of the Future during the 6th plenary meeting of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, President Ali stressed the importance of securing climate financing and taking decisive action […]
The ambitious master plan for Silica City, currently being developed along the Linden-Soesdyke Highway, is designed to create a self-sufficient urban center rather than replace Georgetown or become a suburban extension. This assertion was made by Professor Jose Gelabert-Navia from the University of Miami, who is involved in the city’s architectural design. Covering 3,500 acres, […]
The government of Guyana will soon introduce blockchain technology to enhance the transparency and integrity of records within key government agencies, particularly in the land and mining sectors. This move aims to address the challenges of unauthorized tampering and fraud in these industries, which play a crucial role in the nation’s economy due to the […]
The Government of Guyana aims to fully digitize the operations at major airports, making them paperless by the end of this year. Vice President and PPP General Secretary, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, revealed the comprehensive digitalization strategy during his weekly media conference, highlighting several major projects aimed at transforming the nation’s digital landscape. Among the key […]