“Reduce poverty and inequality” - Ramotar tells OAS Delegation
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 22:37
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President Donald Ramotar has called on Governments to do more to reduce poverty and inequality, because they pose the greatest threat to democracy and security in the region, and can only be addressed through hemispheric cooperation.
Mahaica/Mahaicony Flood: High tide hindering relief efforts
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 11:51
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Persistent rainfall and the high tide have been identified as the reasons for flooding in the Mahaica/Mahaicony area, which has resulted in losses for farmers.
Oil and Gas seminar commences in Georgetown
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- Published on Monday, 07 May 2012 19:47
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President Ramotar says government will explore all avenues and expertise to prepare Guyanese to effectively manage the oil and gas sector as a major seminar by Minexco petroleum is convened.
Guyana to reinforce LCDS platform at Rio Plus Summit
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- Published on Wednesday, 16 May 2012 11:09
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Natural Resources and Environment Minister, Robert Persaud says government is actively involved in preparations for the Rio Plus Twenty summit in Brazil next month.
Jagdeo ends African, Asian sustainable development trip
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- Published on Wednesday, 02 May 2012 16:50
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Former president Bharrat Jagdeo is expected to return from Asia, where he consulted with leaders from other countries on how to progress sustainable development initiatives.
Ramotar calls on OAS for greater regional support
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- Published on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 22:00
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The work carried out by the Organization of American states in the fight for human rights and democracy was today applauded by Head of State Donald Ramotar.
Region must address barriers to sustainable development – Robert Persaud
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- Published on Saturday, 21 April 2012 02:25
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The region must lobby for the International Community to address climate change issues and barriers to sustainable development.
Gail Teixeira represents Guyana at 37th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Conference
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- Published on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 11:41
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Government’s chief whip, Gail Teixeira is representing Guyana at the 37th Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association in Jamaica.
Guyana, Belize hailed for mangrove restoration efforts
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- Published on Saturday, 21 April 2012 02:19
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Guyana and Belize have been hailed for their efforts to restore and sustain mangrove reserves to protect against natural disasters.
Guyana’s foreign policy - strongest since independence
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- Published on Tuesday, 15 May 2012 01:41
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Guyana has been successful in advancing its foreign policy at the bilateral, regional and international levels. This is according to Foreign Affairs Minister Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett who believes Guyana's foreign relation to date is at its strongest since independence.
President Ramotar optimistic about Cuba’s OAS inclusion
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- Published on Friday, 20 April 2012 10:18
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President Donald Ramotar has expressed optimism that Cuba will be integrated into the mainstream affairs of the Americas.
Brian Tiwarie appointed Spain’s honorary consul to Guyana
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- Published on Saturday, 12 May 2012 16:09
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has approved the kingdom of Spain's request to appoint Brian Tiwarie as its honorary consul to Guyana.
Gov’t may not bailout low cost carrier REDjet
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- Published on Wednesday, 18 April 2012 11:49
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President Donald Ramotar says government may not be able to provide financing to get low cost carrier, Redjet back into operation.
Barbados offers new hope for low cost carrier REDjet
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- Published on Thursday, 10 May 2012 17:57
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Barbados' Prime Minister, Freundel Stuart says his administration has not turned its back on REDjet, insisting that the airline would not be treated as “some cast-off child”.
Caribbean leaders press US President for greater fight against narco- trafficking
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- Published on Monday, 16 April 2012 22:34
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Caribbean leaders have pressed United States President, Barack Obama for greater support in securing the region from the illegal trafficking of narcotics and small arms.
Guyana in solidarity with indigenous peoples struggles worldwide- Minister Sukhai
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- Published on Thursday, 10 May 2012 00:57
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Minister of Amerindian Affairs Pauline Sukhai accompanied by a team comprising Chairpersons of the National Toshaos Council (NTC), and, Indigenous Peoples Commission (IPC), Yvonne Pearson and Doreen Jacobis, respectively, at a United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Peoples Issues (UNFPII) meeting held in New York, pledged Guyana’s solidarity with indigenous peoples in other countries, in continuing the struggle for recognition, rights to land and resources and, right to redress.
Decision on Cuba’s inclusion in next Summit of the Americas ends in stalemate
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- Published on Monday, 16 April 2012 22:30
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The sixth Summit of the Americas concluded without a definitive position on the inclusion of Cuba in the next summit, as several leaders showed disapproval by walk outs and non – participation .
New CEO for REDjet
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 May 2012 16:28
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Geoffrey O’Byrne White has reportedly been recruited to manage the day to day operations of low cost carrier, REDjet, which has been inactive since early March.
Former President anticipates strong focus on climate change solutions
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- Published on Monday, 16 April 2012 20:28
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Acting President, Samuel Hinds says the theme for the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s Sustainable Tourism development conference resonates well for Guyana, based on ongoing initiatives to ensure sustainability of resources.
Guyana moves to advance cross border security
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- Published on Wednesday, 09 May 2012 14:29
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The Task Force on narcotic drugs and illicit weapons yesterday held a meeting with representatives from the United Nation office on Drugs and Crime to discuss its container control programme with the Home Affairs Ministry.
Sixth Summit of the Americas opens in Columbia
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- Published on Saturday, 14 April 2012 22:23
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Over 34 Heads of State and Government will be addressing the Summit of the Americas which includes a special forum dealing with infrastructure, globalization, human capital, economic growth and natural resources and social development and the private sector.
