By Josiah Williams Addressing the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC) summit in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, President Dr. Irfaan Ali emphasized the critical role of the organization in tackling various pressing issues across the region. President Ali underscored the multitude of challenges faced by the Latin America and Caribbean region, including […]
By Josiah Williams In commemoration of the Dominican Republic’s 180th Independence anniversary, Guyana has reiterated its commitment to strengthening cooperation between the two nations for mutual advancement. During ceremonies marking the occasion, Prime Minister Mark Phillips extended congratulations to the Dominican Republic, emphasizing the enduring and fruitful relationship shared between the two countries. He underscored […]
PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has voiced support for the Georgetown Seafront Resort and Convention Centre, financed by Qatar. Despite facing criticism, Dr. Jagdeo emphasized the potential job opportunities the multi-million-dollar project could provide for Guyanese citizens upon completion. The groundbreaking event for the Georgetown Seafront Resort and Convention Centre, boasting 400 rooms and […]
During a joint press conference today, Chairman of CARICOM and President of Guyana, Dr. Irfaan Ali, commended Brazilian President Lula da Silva for his significant role in promoting peace and security in the region. President Ali expressed gratitude to Brazil, particularly President Lula da Silva, for their instrumental role in de-escalating tensions between Guyana and […]
Brazilian President Lula da Silva arrived in Guyana earlier today to attend the 46th regular meeting of the heads of government of CARICOM. During a joint press conference, Chairman of CARICOM President Irfaan Ali announced the operationalization of a Caricom-Brazil Joint Commission, marking a significant step in strengthening ties between the two entities. President Ali […]
By Radha Motielall Caricom leaders are targeting March 21, 2024, as the deadline for achieving full implementation of free movement within the community under the Caricom Single Market and Economy (CSME). After a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Caricom Heads are reinvigorating efforts to advance the CSME agenda. They are prioritizing decisions that […]
By Radha Motielall Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley emphasizes the pivotal role of finance in integrating the Caribbean Community (Caricom), likening it to ‘oxygen’ for the region. Recognizing potential disparities in implementing the Caricom Single Market and Economy (CSME), Caricom Heads established the Caricom Development Fund (CDF) to serve as a compensatory mechanism for disadvantaged […]
By Josiah Williams Guyana and Brazil are poised to deepen their partnership through enhanced investment and collaboration across various sectors. President Dr. Irfaan Ali of Guyana and his Brazilian counterpart, Lula da Silva, convened at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre to discuss a range of initiatives aimed at bolstering bilateral relations. The leaders emphasized their […]
By Delicia Janneire Local businesses from Guyana showcased their products and secured promising deals at the recent Barbados AgroFest, signaling potential expansion opportunities in regional markets. John Edghill, Senior Director for Investment at the Guyana Office for Investment (GO-Invest), reported that Guyanese companies received significant support at the event, with over 90% of their products […]
By Radha Motielall Guyana’s Foreign Secretary, Robert Persaud, anticipates a renewed sense of dynamism and results-oriented leadership within Caricom under the chairmanship of President Dr. Irfaan Ali. Speaking ahead of the 46th Meeting of the Heads of Government in Georgetown, Persaud highlighted President Ali’s proactive approach. He revealed that President Ali had requested a comprehensive […]