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Border Controversy: EU not in support of any ‘unilateral action’ that can ‘escalate’ situation
The European Union (EU) maintains that the International Court of Justice (ICJ) should be the place where Guyana and Venezuela settle the border controversy, the Union’s Ambassador to Guyana René van Nes said on Friday.
Further, the…
UG ‘appalled’ at statements by part-time lecturer; launches probe
See below the full statement issued by the University of Guyana:
The University is appalled at the alleged recording of an inappropriate conversation in a class by a part-time lecturer.
The evidence and the circumstances surrounding…
First Lady advocates for greater inclusion of women in maritime industry
While speaking at the American Caribbean Maritime Foundation (ACMF) Gala and Anchor Awards at the Lauderdale Yacht Club in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday evening, First Lady Arya Ali advocated for greater inclusion of women in the maritime…
NIS to host outreach in New York this weekend
In fulfilment of the commitment made by President Irfaan Ali, the National Insurance Scheme (NIS) will be conducting a three-day NIS outreach in New York, United States of America, from November 4th to 6th 2023. The outreach forms part of…
First Lady to serve as patron of ACMF
Her Excellency First Lady Arya Ali will serve as Patron at this year’s American Caribbean Maritime Foundation (ACMF) Gala and Anchor Awards which will be held at the Lauderdale Yacht Club in Fort Lauderdale under the theme “Talent in your…
‘Totally reprehensible’ – Jagdeo condemns inhumane treatment of Venezuelans in Guyana
Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo condemned the inhumane treatment of Venezuelans in Guyana, stating clearly that Guyana will not be a country that promotes xenophobia.
Jagdeo’s statement was made at a press conference on Thursday, days…
More females needed in the labour force – Dr. Singh
In a modern society, there are still barriers to women’s access to university education as well as jobs within some sectors, such as oil and gas and agriculture.
And Minister of Finance Dr Ashni Singh on Wednesday said that Government…
Jagdeo says Gov’t fixing drainage problem in G/town; not waiting on unreliable City Hall
Central government is taking up the responsibility of solving drainage woes in Georgetown so that residents would be less affected by flooding, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Wednesday.
According to Jagdeo, drainage in the…
PM Phillips updates OAS Permanent Council on Guyana/Venezuela border controversy
On Wednesday, November 1, 2023, Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips addressed the Organization of American States (OAS), during an Extraordinary Special Session of the Permanent Council, which was convened at the request of the…
30,000 firearm license applications pending – Jagdeo
There is a high demand for firearms locally with some 30,000 license applications pending, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo said on Wednesday.
The Vice President was engaging residents of Alexander Village, Georgetown during a…