–Says former President’s ideals part of the PPP’s DNA Georgetown, Guyana (April 13, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali hailed the late Dr Cheddi Jagan as the country’s “greatest citizen” and said that his contributions to the fight for democracy will forever be enshrined in the annals of Guyana’s history. The Head of State praised the …
Read DetailsLadies and gentlemen, it is an absolute honour for me to have been asked to deliver this year’s Annual Cheddi Jagan Commemorative Lecture. For me to serve in the party which he established, to occupy the office of Head of State over which he once presided, and to now be asked to deliver this annual …
Read DetailsHis Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that Guyanese need to understand that the COVID-19 pandemic can only be managed appropriately if persons act responsibly. “…The people have a responsibility too. Guyanese have to understand this is not a joke; this is their lives they are playing with.” President Ali made the passionate statement following the …
Read DetailsHis Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that the support for CARICOM sister nation, St Vincent and the Grenadines, will be continuous. The Head of State said that Guyana is currently mobilising a few hundred tonnes of requested items that will soon be shipped. “This will be continuous support. What St Vincent is going through is …
Read DetailsLove of all and hatred of none I extend Ramadan Mubarak greetings to the entire Islamic community of Guyana and by extension all Guyanese. Ramadan is the holiest month in the Islamic calendar. It is a period of reform – a month of returning to piety and spiritual purity for Muslims. It is traditional at …
Read DetailsAssures commission members that outside interference will not be tolerated Georgetown, Guyana (April 12, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali said that a functioning Local Government Commission (LGC) is imperative for development and promised to support the body in the execution of its duties. The President called the swearing-in ceremony of the eight LGC members …
Read Details– Items to leave Guyana within 48 hours Georgetown, Guyana (April 10, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali this afternoon underscored the importance of getting emergency items, including water and food, over to St Vincent and the Grenadines in the fastest possible time. He told members of the Civil Defence Commission (CDC) and the Private Sector Commission, who are coordinating an emergency response, that …
Read DetailsStatement of His Excellency Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali President of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana regarding the looming volcano crisis in St Vincent and the Grenadines “Having regards to the emerging situation in St Vincent and the Grenadines, this afternoon I called Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves and assured him of Guyana’s full support in …
Read DetailsThe First Lady and I, and our son, Zayd, extend our heartfelt greetings to all Guyanese, at home and abroad, on this blissful Easter. Easter is the most joyous season in the Christian calendar. It emphasises the importance of sacrifice, forgiveness, hope and faith. These are the primary pillars on which humanity thrive. As Pope Francis noted in his …
Read Details– Immediately addresses community’s water problems, educational needs and infrastructural issues Georgetown, Guyana (March 31, 2021) His Excellency Dr Irfaan Ali today provided much-needed relief to the residents of Yakusari, Black Bush Polder in Region Six, as he intervened to resolve many issues plaguing the community. The Head of State told the residents that his visit followed multiple …
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