Matching talk with money

Among the highlights of the Caricom-Japan Summit which was recently held in Trinidad and Tobago is an initiative which entails a US$15 million grant to boost the Region’s capacity to overcome the impacts of natural disasters. This project will enable countries in the Caribbean, including Guyana, Suriname and Belize, to enhance their adaptive capacity to climate change and natural disasters. Caribbean countries share common vulnerabilities, ranging from debt and excessive dependence on international trade to climate change and rising sea levels. For example, most of Jamaica was left without electricity,…

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Guyanese ‘mas band’ to hit Parkway in NYC parade

In becoming the first Guyanese ‘mas band’ to hit the Parkway, ‘One Destiny’ says it is portraying the Caribbean Community (Caricom) member state’s Coat of Arms in making a difference. “This year, One Destiny is portraying the national motto, along with the meaning of the Guyana flag,” said band leader Zeelema Verwayne in a Caribbean Life interview. “This year’s portrayal is based on the fact that this year is going to be the first year after so long for the Guyanese community to have a truck on the Parkway,” added…

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Guyana Amazon Warriors dispute outcome of CPL final

The Management of the Guyana Amazon Warriors Team has taken a decision to contest the outcome of the second Caribbean Premier League (CPL) final played between the Amazon Warriors and the Barbados Tridents on August 16 at Warner Park, St Kitts and Nevis. This decision was taken following a review of the sequence of events that took place during the game, which started at 16:03h (4:03 p.m.) under overcast conditions. During the Barbados Tridents innings, there were two rain interruptions – one at the end of 7 overs and the…

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Adrian Dutchin cops Folk Festival Award in NY

One of Guyana’s most versatile singing sensations, and a member of the X2 band was recently listed as the recipient of the 2014 Guyana Cultural Association Folk Festival Award in Brooklyn, New York. Adrian Dutchin was duly recognised for his accomplishments in the performing arts that are representative of the inspiration derived from Guyana’s rich cultural heritage. His span of appearances in the Guyanese and Caribbean diaspora with a cross section of top artistes has been impressive over the years, and this has led to him being a recipient of…

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Guyana govt considering snap elections

People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) General Secretary Clement Rohee on Monday told the media that Government has “snap elections as one of its cards” while hinting that it might pull this card out before the debates on the Opposition’s no-confidence motion begins. According to Rohee, in light of the no-confidence motion, the only option left with Government now is setting a date for snap elections. “(Snap elections) remain an option under active consideration… We have that card in our hands that we can pull out on the table at any given…

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Guyanese diplomats briefed on country’s foreign policy push

The biennial Conference of the Heads of Guyana’s Missions overseas opened on Monday at the Guyana International Conference Centre with President Donald Ramotar calling on them to be “advance scouts” for Guyana’s development. The President also commended their work in representing Guyana in the international community. According to a release from the Foreign Affairs Ministry, President Donald Ramotar in his discussions with the heads spoke at length on specific global developments which struck at the heart of international relations. Key among these was what the President described as “the dreaded…

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Despite setbacks Guyana’s economy continues to perform well

Dear Editor, As our country makes rapid strides in its economic development, more overseas-based Guyanese and foreigners are also making visits to the “Land of Many Waters,” or to the “Land of the Mythical City of Manoa Del Dorado.” Foreigners are attracted by the good prospects of investment – our country is endowed with an abundance of natural resources – as well as with the awesome natural beauty, including the stupendous Kaieteur Falls. Despite the utterances of socialist rhetoric sometimes, Guyana hasn’t got a “control and command” economy any more.…

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Fishing and logging in Guyana

Dear Editor, I wish to state openly that I am a great respecter of the Chinese people and of China. I believe that China will be a great world super power and that this era belongs to the Chinese. I see India as the next, then Brazil. I believe and advise our Government to be careful in that the Chinese, due to their population, are extremely aggressive, and while humane, have enormous needs to satisfy. They have massive hunger for raw products and resources to satisfy their industries, diet and…

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No change of heart concerning Local Govt elections

Dear Editor, Let there be no confusion, the Leader of the Opposition, Brigadier David Granger never said that he has had a change of heart concerning the holding of Local Government Elections, as reported by one section of the media. The Leader of the Opposition and A Partnership for National Unity are resolute in our stand that after almost two decades the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) Administration must set a date as soon as possible for Local Government Elections to be held. The PPP/C has prompted the motion of no-confidence…

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Guyana, US finalise agreement on LEAD Project

BY MICHAEL YOUNGE After months of stalemate and controversy, the Government of Guyana has finally agreed to the full implementation of the International Republican Institute (IRI) managed USAID Leadership Education and Democracy (LEAD) Project. Cabinet Secretary, Dr Roger Luncheon, speaking during a joint press conference with the US Charge de Affairs Bryan Hunt, said that a mutually acceptable agreement has been reached, which puts to rest the concerns Government had over the initial design and implementation of the project. He said Government was keen, from the outset, on ensuring that…

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