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–– gov’t looking to replace foreign consultants with home-grown experts, says Dr Jagdeo
–– Minister Bharrat reiterates administration’s focus on transparency, accountability and proper management of sector
President, Dr Irfaan Ali recently met with Air Canada’s Executive Vice President Mark Nasr and Director of Investor Relations Claudette McGowan to discuss the Guyana route (OP photo)
Guyana, UK discuss business proposals, investment opportunities in energy, 04 maritime, construction sectors SEE PAGE
A team from the Ministry of Health on Saturday visited Monkey Mountain, Region Eight, where scores of residents turned out for eye-testing and cervical cancer screening services. Senior citizens and children received $2,000 vouchers for eye-testing, with an additional $15,000 voucher available if they need spectacles. Meanwhile, women between 21- 65 years of age received vouchers valued at $8000 which covers the cost of screening for cervical cancer. Additionally, dental-care services were also provided (Ministry of Health photo)
Further increase to old-age Guyana is UK’s largest pension imminent trading partner SEE PAGE
08 –– Dr Jagdeo announces, says that together with reintroduction of electricity, water subsidies, are part of comprehensive financial aid package
–– Trade between the two countries topped £1.9B, UK officials highlight
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