Says CARICOM HQ going solar shows the region’s commitment to renewable energy Georgetown, Guyana—(January 11, 2022) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that Guyana is willing to share the experience and capacity it has gained and built over the years in renewable energy with the Caribbean to help advance the energy plans of CARICOM member states. …
Read Details—Discusses agenda for visit with Brazilian President Georgetown, Guyana—(January 10, 2022) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today told the President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, H.E Jair Bolsonaro, that Guyana wants to have a very strong strategic partnership with its Portuguese-speaking neighbour. The two leaders, who communicated via teleconference, also discussed the agenda for the …
Read Details—Encourages vaccines, boosters and mask-wearing to tackle rise in Covid-19 cases Georgetown, Guyana (January 5, 2022) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today encouraged Guyanese not to panic but to double down on preventative measures to counter the rising number of Covid-19 infections in the country. In a press briefing to discuss his Government’s approach to the …
Read DetailsMy People of our One Guyana I speak to you now to wish you all, sincerely, a Happy New Year. I know it is easy to wish you well. Even though it might be much harder to create the conditions that will truly make the New Year a happy one for all, as your President, …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana (December 31, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today called the Local Content Act 2021 a dynamic piece of legislation that will set the framework for Guyanese to win. President Ali made the remarks while flanked by senior members of the Government and representatives from the local private sector prior to assenting the historic …
Read Details— Says 2019 version was unconstitutional and severely deficient Georgetown, Guyana—(December 28, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today said that the Natural Resource Fund Bill (2021) is structured to hold the sitting Government accountable. The Head of State, in a special broadcast, broke down the bill from its necessary formation, to reveal its transparent nature and …
Read Details–Charges body to be proactive through opportunities and during challenges Georgetown, Guyana—(December 23, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today called for greater networking within the private sector to create more investment opportunities and navigate the global supply chain challenges. The Head of State made these remarks during a Christmas breakfast hosted in honour of the …
Read Details– Announces scholarships for 19 ranks at GDF’s Annual Christmas Lunch Georgetown, Guyana—(December 22, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali has reinstated a one-month tax-free salary as a bonus for all members of the Joint Services. The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces made the announcement at the Guyana Defence Force’s (GDF) Annual Christmas Lunch at Base Camp …
Read Details—Praises heroines Kowsilla and Sakina Mohamed Georgetown, Guyana—(December 21, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali heaped praises on Guyanese women for their contributions to the development of the country while acknowledging the actions of heroines Kowsilla and Sakina Mohamed. The opening ceremony of the Kowsilla Community Park and the Sakina Mohamed Computer Centre for Learning in …
Read Details–Reminds business community of the need to enhance capacity Georgetown, Guyana—(December 18, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali called on the business community to pay heed to the national development strategy and to continue working alongside the Government to not only develop Guyana but its people. The Head of State told the Private Sector Commission’s membership …
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