Georgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) The Ministry of the Presidency outrightly rejects an article published on the front page of the Thursday, May 23, 2019 edition of the Kaieteur News headlined “Attorney convicted of fraud in Canada, appointed Senior Counsel,” which seeks not only to defame an eminently qualified legal luminary but also to …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) The Government of Guyana in partnership with the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), launched the “Enhancing Guyana’s Access to Green Climate Fund to Transition to Renewable Energy” project aimed at increasing the uptake of renewable energy as the country advances towards a ‘green’ state. The project was launched on …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 23, 2019) President David Granger, this evening, attended the celebration of the 125th anniversary of Mocha Arcadia, East Bank Demerara, where he told the residents that the community is well on its way to progressing socially, economically and culturally and that they can be assured of Government’s continued support. Speaking at …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) The Ministry of the Presidency’s Department of Energy, this morning, handed over a quantity of oil spill response equipment to the Civil Defence Commission (CDC), the lead agency tasked with creating a National Oil Spill Response Contingency Plan.The CDC is mandated to prepare key public and private stakeholders with …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) First Lady, Mrs. Sandra Granger, this morning received a courtesy call from members of the Guyana Ex-Athletic and Friends Incorporation (GEFI), United States Chapter. The group was accompanied by Co-ordinator of the Independence Championship and Road Race, Assistant Superintendent, Sheryl Hermonstine. The GEFI is the co-ordinating body of the …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) President David Granger, this afternoon, assured members of the legal fraternity that the honour of Senior Counsel will not lapse under his Presidency, noting that that title is not a personal favour or a political reward but rather, it is conferred on the basis of merit and is uncontaminated …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) President David Granger, today, accepted the Letters of Credence from Her Excellency Marichu Mauro, accrediting her as the new non-resident Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to Guyana. Speaking at the accreditation ceremony at the Ministry of the Presidency, the Head of State said Guyana looks forward to …
Read DetailsI am pleased to accept the Letters of Credence accrediting you as Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Co-operative Republic of Guyana. I congratulate you on your appointment and welcome you to Guyana. I ask also that you convey to His Excellency Rodrigo Duterte my best wishes for his personal well-being and …
Read DetailsA proud tradition…an honourable profession I congratulate you, members of the legal profession, who have received instruments of commission appointing you Senior Counsel this year. The parchment with which you have been presented may fade with age but the honour which it represents will fortify your profession. Your preferment will enrich your practice with the …
Read DetailsGeorgetown, Guyana – (May 22, 2019) President David Granger, this morning, said he has started the process to ensure that all of his documents are submitted to the Integrity Commission even as he assured that the Government of Guyana takes seriously, the role of that Commission. “I am in touch with the Integrity Commission. I …
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