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Guyana to explore reliable markets for rice in Mexico, Europe
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Guyana ‘future proofing’ 03 its economy –– President Ali says, highlights government’s push to position country as global leader in biodiversity, climate, ecological services
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President Dr. Irfaan Ali meets with UK Export Finance CEO, Tim Reid, on Wednesday, to discuss key infrastructural projects, including the CJIA terminal expansion and potential portfolio growth in Guyana (Office of the President photos)
President Ali discusses infrastructural projects with UK Export Finance CEO 14 PAGE
‘A journey of continuation’
–– Budget 2026 absorbs billions in inflationary pressure, shocks
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04 GRA employees terminated over vehicle transfer linked to sanctioned Azruddin Mohamed –– says President Ali
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–– legal action being pursued after breach of AML/CFT regulations
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A Closer Look at Budget 2026 Fostering entrepreneurship, supporting SMEs [Part I]
* Zero-collateral, zero-interest Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) Development Bank loans up to $3 million, plus technical advisory and mentorship * Co-financing window so SMEs with sound plans can access up to an additional $7 million from commercial banks at preferential interest rates * Entrepreneurial loans targeting persons with disabilities * Youth Entrepreneurial and Skills Training (YEST) programme to train youths and transition them into employment and entrepreneurship * Expansion of WIIN and BIT training in technical entrepreneurial skills for women * Upgraded SkillsConnect App to match workers with jobs * Planned Junior Stock Exchange and special-purpose vehicles for small investors * Orange Economy Taskforce and investments (recording studios, museum, cultural market) to monetise creative talents and cultural industries