Guyana not shut out of international aid to fight COVID-19

The Ministry of the Presidency says that it has noted reports published in Friday’s (April 24, 2020) daily newspapers which suggest that foreign partners...

Region One appeals for donations for persons fleeing Venezuela

The Region One (Barima/Waini) administration has reported an influx of persons from Venezuela, Guyana’s neighbour to the west, which continues to battle economic hardship....

First set of prefab shade houses to be shipped to Barbados

Guyana is preparing to ship the first tranche of 15 prefabricated shade houses to Barbados, as part of plans to improve the agriculture sector...

Venezuela’s boycotting of ICJ could work in Guyana’s favour

If Venezuela wants to boycott the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the territorial controversy it has with Guyana, then the APNU+AFC Government will...

Countries controlling IMF, World Bank Group have no intention to suspend debt of Caribbean...

At a recently held meeting of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), heads of government looked at accessing assistance from International Financial Institutions (IFIs), particularly the...

CDC, UNICEF coordinate response to influx of Venezuelan migrants

The Civil Defence Commission (CDC) with support from the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) will be organizing relief supplies to enhance the capacity of...

Vigorously investigate, prosecute trafficking cases – US State Dept.

The Trafficking in Persons (TIPS) 2018 report is out, and the US Department of State is urging the Guyana Government to up its game...

Strong Quake Rocks Venezuela

The United States Geological Survey recorded an earthquake along the coastal town of Irapa, Venezuela and tremors were felt by countries more than 400...

Guyana’s seafood export to US dips following new shrimp legislation

Guyana’s seafood sector has seen a contraction in exports to the United States with the introduction of new legislations put in place to promote...

Guyana did not agree to keep quiet on Venezuela controversy in exchange for G77...

Guyana’s recent appointment to the Chairmanship of the G77 Group has sparked concerns. It was purported that in order to get that post for...

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