Says long-serving Chief of Protocol leaves lasting impact on public service Georgetown, Guyana (May 21, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali described the late Eshwar Vevakanand Persaud, CCH, also known as ‘Uncle Vic,’ as a “humble man” and an “exceptional professional with great integrity”. The Head of State made these remarks this morning during the home-going service …
Read DetailsPromises new Chilean Ambassador renewed cooperation, enhanced collaboration Georgetown, Guyana (May 17, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that the accreditation of Mr Juan Manuel Pino Vásquez, as Chilean Ambassador to Guyana, is a timely one, particularly as the two countries prepare to commemorate 50 years of bilateral relations. The Head of State made these …
Read DetailsIt is with deep sadness that I just received the news of the passing of Mr Eshwar Vevakanand Persaud, fondly known as Vic Persaud. ‘Uncle Vic’, as he was also adoringly and respectfully referred to, has been an ‘institution’ within the country’s Public Service. He has provided more than sixty (60) unbroken years of exemplary …
Read DetailsEid Mubarak, Eid Mubarak, Eid Mubarak! I extend greetings to all Guyanese, especially my fellow Muslim Brothers and Sisters on this joyous occasion of Eid-ul-Fitr, on behalf of my family and the Government. Eid-ul-Fitr marks the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan, a period of prayers, fasting and peace. Eid-ul-Fitr is a time for …
Read Details– Says administration ready to facilitate growth and development of sector Georgetown, Guyana (May 10, 2021)— His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today emphasised on the importance of agriculture and food production while pointing to his Government’s plans to facilitate the growth and development of the sector. The Head of State made this assertion while delivering remarks at the …
Read DetailsHis Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali called for more Guyanese to become inoculated against Covid-19 and promised that his Government will make necessary investments in the coming weeks to ensure that the country reaches herd immunity. The Head of State in a passionate social media Live broadcast on Thursday evening assured the population that vaccines are …
Read DetailsI greet all Guyanese on the occasion of Arrival Day 2021. This special day is commemorated as a public holiday on May 5theach year. It celebrates the contributions to the national development of our African, Indian, Chinese, Portuguese andEuropean ancestors and their descendants. The declaration of May 5th as Arrival Day followed the passage on April 14th, 2003, in our National Assembly, of Resolution No. 12 of 2003. Arrival Day …
Read DetailsRecommits to increasing capacity through training, certification Georgetown, Guyana (April 29, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali, yesterday, reiterated that the Government will continue to invest in citizens and local businesses to ensure that they become competitive in the oil and gas sector. President Ali was at the time responding to questions from the media …
Read Details-Says realisation of 50,000 promised jobs well underway His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today announced that as a result of Government’s investments, a mere nine months after assuming office, a stream of opportunities have already been created for Guyanese across all sections of society. The Head of State was at the time expounding on the …
Read Details-Says agreement has potential to earn hundreds of millions of USD annually His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali disclosed that the Government has signed a letter of intent to market the country’s carbon credit through a credit contract. The Head of State made this announcement today, during a Press Conference at Baridi Benab, State House, where …
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