President Dr. Irfaan Ali has expressed skepticism about the motives of the U.S. group, the Organization of World Leaders (OWL), currently in Guyana to investigate discrepancies and claims of discrimination. The President believes that the group has a “particular agenda” and is acting on behalf of the opposition. In response to the OWL’s presence, President […]
Barbados’ Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and the Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, have reiterated their support for Guyana’s territorial sovereignty in the ongoing border dispute with Venezuela. The leaders aimed to reassure and strengthen ties within the CARICOM community. In a recent statement, Prime Minister Mottley addressed the […]
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is set to introduce a motion in the National Assembly aimed at granting the committee the authority to summon public officials to its meetings. This decision comes in response to communication challenges that have caused delays in PAC proceedings due to the unavailability of key officials for questioning. During a […]
In an announcement during his weekly press conference at Freedom House, General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, declared that the government would not engage with the ongoing fact-finding mission from the United States in Guyana. The mission, consisting of 13 members, is considered a private initiative, and the government has opted […]
In a crucial development at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), Guyana’s legal representative, Paul Reichler, presented evidence of military aggression by Venezuela and called on the court to urgently implement provisional measures, including halting the upcoming December 3 referendum. Reichler argued that Venezuela’s referendum is a crucial part of its plan to breach international […]
In a recent statement, PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo reiterated the government’s commitment to enhancing working conditions and benefits for public servants, asserting that this commitment stands firm, even in the face of disagreements with labour unions. Dr. Jagdeo emphasized that the PPP/C government will not relinquish its responsibility to citizens in providing development […]
The ongoing revision of the Local Content Act is expected to conclude soon, with a focus on addressing existing loopholes, according to PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo during his weekly press conference. The Local Content Act, initiated in December 2021, has undergone months of review, and Dr. Jagdeo expressed satisfaction with the economic benefits […]
In a joint commitment to enhance their partnership, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) celebrated their collaboration at a reception themed “Neighbours, partners, friends: Spotlight on Guyana” at the Marriott Hotel. The focus of the partnership is to contribute to the building of a secure and prosperous future […]
In a historic move, the National Assembly of Guyana has unanimously adopted a motion affirming the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country while unequivocally denouncing Venezuela’s claim to the Essequibo region. The motion serves as a strong statement in response to Venezuela’s planned and controversial referendum on December 3. The Speaker of the National […]
In an extraordinary sitting of the National Assembly, Guyanese politicians, diplomats, and citizens united in a resolute motion affirming the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Guyana, while strongly denouncing Venezuela’s claim to the Essequibo region. During the special sitting of the National Assembly, politicians, diplomats, and concerned citizens gathered to express solidarity and condemn Venezuela’s […]