SATURDAY 15th June, 2024
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Guyana writes US for information on issues related to recent sanctions SEE PAGE
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–– US Ambassador confirms; says strongly supports, recommends release of requested information to Guyanese authorities
Africa, Caribbean could partner in areas of renewable energy, biodiversity, 09 President Ali says SEE PAGE
US commitment to Guyana is ‘ironclad’ SEE PAGE
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– Ambassador Jenkins reaffirms
Investigations that led to 18 sanctions were limited to three individuals identified by US SEE PAGE
–– Ambassador Theriot says
Multifaceted approach necessary to move 18 towards AfriCaribbean The Helpful Hands Youth Group narrowly seized victory against the Child Rights Ambassadors Youth Group in the final of Free Trade Agreement
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the Speaker’s National Youth Debating Competition, 2024. The event took place in the Chamber of the Public Buildings, Brickdam, Georgetown, on Thursday, before an enthusiastic crowd which included Ministers of Government, Members of Parliament from both the Government and Opposition, members of the Diplomatic Corps, participants (Best Debaters) from the Speaker’s Regional Youth Debating Competition 2024, students, educators, parents, and debate enthusiasts. The moot for this final debate was: “Prioritising infrastructural development in Guyana is essential for fostering regional growth and connectivity.” In this Parliament of Guyana photo, members of the winning team (from left to right) Sherlyn Pantlitz, Nygel Drepaul and Abiane Saul pose with their trophies and prizes. Additionally, Drepaul won the Best Speaker Award for the final matchup and the Best Overall Debater trophy in this year’s competition
Local companies to face consequences 08 for allowing ‘fronting’
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–– Dr Jagdeo says; affirms Local Content Act will be updated