President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has announced that all of Guyana’s ports of entry will be equipped with world-class scanners before the end of 2025. The government has partnered with the United States of America (USA) to craft a programme to install the scanners. This initiative is part of the government’s drive to digitise immigration […]
Newly appointed Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) President Mr. Daniel Best is slated to arrive in Guyana on February 11, 2025, for a three-day visit where he will meet with His Excellency President Mohamed Irfaan Ali, Senior Minister in the Office of the President with Responsibility for Finance and the Public Service Dr Ashni Singh and […]
The PPP/C government’s vision for food security in the hinterland regions is backed by rigorous implementation, unlike the blatant neglect shown in the coalition government’s management in this area. Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustapha made the statement during an interview with the Department of Public Information (DPI) on Monday. He recalled the previous government’s ambitious […]
Residents of Linden in Region Ten are now one step closer to homeownership, with 150 of them receiving their certificates of title and 125 receiving their agreements of sale. The documents were distributed during a recent two-day outreach at the Watooka Guest House. The exercise was spearheaded by Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal […]
Guyanese can now obtain an ultra-modern passport which is valid for 10 years and fortified with electronic security features. The Ministry of Home Affairs on Monday announced the official launch of the new passport and said the document ensures an easier and safer travelling experience. Starting February 10, 2025, applicants can choose between a $6,000 […]
– Plans in motion to raise awareness in schools, vulnerable communities The Customs Anti-Narcotics Unit (CANU) is taking proactive action to combat the emerging synthetic drug, ‘Strawberry Quick,’ before it becomes widespread. This drug is a methamphetamine variant that is dangerously disguised as the children’s candy Pop Rocks. It mimics its appearance, smell and ‘popping’ […]
Construction of the Bartica Stelling in Region Seven is in its final phase, with 85 per cent of the work completed. The $553 million project is expected to finish by March. While the project was initially slated for completion in October, delays arose due to vessel traffic hindering the use of heavy machinery during loading […]
With Guyana relying heavily on exports for sustained economic growth, the government must proactively remain engaged in diplomatic discussions with the United States (US) to protect not only Guyana’s trade interest, but the wider Caribbean region. This point was underscored by the General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr Bharrat Jagdeo in response […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation wishes to refer to the presentation of a map at a recently held International Business Conference in Paramaribo, Suriname, that inaccurately included the New River Triangle as part of the Republic of Suriname. The map was included in a publication that was distributed by the Surinamese hosts to attendees at […]
President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has underscored the significance of Guyana’s ambitious economic diversification strategy even as global economic shocks is anticipated due to policy changes in the United States and its influence on major economies. During Sunday’s episode of the Energy Perspective Podcast, President Ali said while Guyana is among the fastest growing economies, […]