As Guyana continues its rapid rise as a major offshore oil producer, President Dr. Irfaan Ali told the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston that the world must pursue a balanced energy strategy to meet the growing demands. 

Speaking to hundreds of industry leaders, innovators and investors, the Guyanese head of state urged decision-makers to confront a key question, whether sufficient affordable energy is being produced to meet global needs.

"The world is pursuing an energy transition in a contex

Police commissioner Clifton Hicken says strategic policing and technology are driving significant reductions in serious crime across Guyana.

Speaking on the programme 'Police Round Up', he reported declines in key categories, including murder, robbery and break and enter incidents.

He attributed these gains to intelligence led policing, expanded patrols and the use of command centers and surveillance systems nationwide.

"Our successes came... from the command centers in terms of electronic camera

President Dr. Irfaan Ali says Guyana is preparing to leverage its growing energy resources to become a competitive player in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation across the Western Hemisphere.

While delivering remarks at a recent international event, President Ali said energy-producing nations must focus not only on extraction but also on domestic value creation through technology-intensive industries.

“One of the things we have learned the last three years is not only about the product

Guyana's global standing continues to grow with increased influence in regional and international decision-making. Minister of Finance Dr. Ashni Singh says the information is the result of decades of disciplined policy and strategic leadership. 

Speaking on the Starting Point Program, the Finance Minister explained that Guyana's relationship with international institutions like the International Monetary Fund and World Bank has significantly evolved. 

"So you are absolutely c

The Ministry of Home Affairs has revamped immigration services, allowing applications for visas, work permits and extensions to be completed online via the Immigration Support Services platform.

This shift from a paper-based system has significantly improved efficiency, reducing processing times from months to as little as two weeks or even days, with complete documentation. 

"All of those services that used to take a very long time, lots of paper, requiring heavy in-person pres

Six media professionals were conferred with lifetime achievement awards from the Guyana Press Association. Radio Supervisor here at the National Communications Network, Roderick Baird, was among the six honoured at the GPA's Press Freedom reception on Monday evening.

Baird, who has been behind the scenes dedicating 36 years to the field of media, was recognised for his long-standing and dedicated professional service to audio engineering, men