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Guyana open to dialogue with Venezuela, border discussion off the table – Vice President

Considering recent developments and Venezuela’s escalating aggression towards Guyana’s territory, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has expressed the government’s openness to dialogue on various issues. However, he firmly stated that Guyana will not re-enter bilateral negotiations to resolve the decades-old territorial controversy as the border issue was settled. Speaking on Kaieteur Radio on Friday (December […]

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Guyana’s land boundary not up for discussion, awaits ICJ ruling

– President Ali on his CELAC, CARICOM brokered meeting with Maduro The President of Guyana, His Excellency Mohamed Irfaan Ali was contacted by leaders representing CELAC, Brazil and several bilateral partners, encouraging dialogue with the President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Last evening, in the emergency meeting of the Heads of Government of CARICOM, […]

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New Haven Merchant Bank launches $25M SME Fund, capitalising on Guyana’s economic potential

The New Haven Merchant Bank (NHMB) is poised to amplify Guyana’s economic trajectory through the launch of its $25 million Small Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) fund. This initiative aims to empower both investors and entrepreneurs, offering opportunities for capital investment and business growth. Floyd Haynes, owner of NHMB, emphasised the bank’s role in unlocking Guyana’s economic […]

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Guyana welcomes scrutiny to strengthen anti-corruption efforts, promote human rights

─ as two-day Anti-Corruption and Human Rights Expo opens at ACCC Guyana is committed to strengthening its anti-corruption framework and welcomes international scrutiny to ensure transparency and accountability in governance. This was the key message delivered by Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance, Gail Teixeira, during the opening ceremony of the Anti-Corruption and Human Rights […]

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COP28 provided opportunity to advocate for Guyana’s position in border controversy-VP Jagdeo

The 28th Conference of Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, provided a solid opportunity for the government to build awareness among the international community of Guyana’s position in the ongoing border controversy with Venezuela. Speaking at a press conference at the Office of the President on […]

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6.5 per cent retroactive salary increase for public servants

Some 54,000 public servants, teachers, members of the disciplined services, constitutional office holders, as well as government pensioners are set to benefit from a 6.5 per cent across-the-board retroactive salary increase, thereby putting $7.5 billion in disposable income into the economy. Additionally, 12,000 members of the disciplined services will receive a one-month tax-free bonus which […]

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‘$25,000 cash grant will go a far way’ – Region Three pensioner

Pensioners living in various communities across Region Three have expressed gratitude to the government as they received their one-off cash grant on Friday. Pensioners will benefit from a financial initiative that will see each recipient receiving $25,000. This injection of much-needed disposable income will empower thousands of senior folks. The Department of Public Information (DPI) […]

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‘Now is the opportune time to invest in Guyana’- Merchant Bank owner

Owner of the New Hayven Merchant Bank, Floyd Haynes has emphasised that Guyana’s investment climate is favourable making it the one of the most sought-after investment destination in the world. Against this backdrop, Haynes told the Department of Public Information (DPI)during an interview on Thursday that this is the opportune time for stakeholders to invest […]

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Healthcare system equipped to handle any stage of prostate cancer

With the many investments that the government has been putting into the country’s healthcare system, Guyanese are assured that the sector is well-equipped to diagnose and treat any stage of prostate cancer. The type of cancer which only affects men, especially those 40 years and older consists of five stages with each stage requiring special […]

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Guyana Civil Aviation Authority pays tribute to Captain Michael Charles

The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority is saddened by the sudden death of Brigadier (ret’d) Gary Beaton, Colonel Michael Shahoud, Lieutenant Colonel Mike Charles, Lieutenant Colonel Sean Welcome, and Staff Sargeant Jason Khan who tragically lost their lives while conducting an important military operation of national interest. The GCAA extends sincere condolences to the families and […]

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