–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 DetailsUrges citizens to get vaccinated and to follow necessary protocols Georgetown, Guyana—(December 21, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali this afternoon announced that all health care workers will receive a two-week tax-free bonus this year. During a special video recording, he took the opportunity to thank all the workers in the sector for their service to the nation and …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana—(December 20, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that along with the many infrastructural improvements, the East Bank Corridor will also be a reservoir for job creation. Speaking at the official opening ceremony of the Mocha to Diamond Interlink Road on the East Bank of Demerara, the Head of State said that the new …
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 …
Read DetailsSays Government’s national plan is to build sustainable communities across the country Palmyra, Corentyne—(December 17, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today revealed that the Port Mourant Training Centre would be transformed into the country’s National Oil and Gas Institute. The Head of State made the announcement while delivering remarks after his site visit to …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana—(December 17, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today announced that his Government will invest $100m to construct six kilometres of asphalt road in Mara, East Bank Berbice. The Head of State made the disclosure during a meeting with residents at the Schepmoed Primary School earlier today. Some of the residents had informed the President …
Read Details-Tells MERCOSUR about plans to hold mini-summit to discuss energy corridor Georgetown, Guyana—(December 17, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today told members of the South American trade block MERCOSUR that Guyana intends to bridge the gap between the continent and the Caribbean and function as a new ‘energy pole’. The President in his address to …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana—(December 15, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today highlighted the need for the Local Content Bill and its overall importance to the development of Guyanese businesses. Along with its many immediate advantages, the President noted that the bill is a living document that will be “transitional and transactional”. The Head of State made these comments …
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