Jun 20, 2026
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PSC Pushes for Stronger Action Against Illicit Trade
High-level roundtable calls for national task force, better enforcement tools The Private Sector Commission (PSC) is stepping up efforts to combat the growing threat of…
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Police raise alarm as Region Six juvenile cases hit 13, including two murders
Thirteen juvenile matters have been recorded in Region Six this year, including two cases linked to murder, Guyana Police Force Deputy Commander Superintendent Guy Nurse…
Private sector hails swift response to foreign exchange market hiccups
The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has welcomed the government’s injection of US$100 million into the foreign exchange market, calling it a timely and proactive move.…
Guyanese businesses seek new partnerships, expanded market access at Agro Fest Barbados
Guyana is showcasing its growing economic diversification and agricultural potential at Agro Fest 2025, underscoring its commitment to regional food security and private-sector-driven development. The…
Suriname, Guyana governments receive proposal for Canawaima ferry service
The private sector bodies of Guyana and Suriname have formally submitted a proposal to their respective governments for the management of the Canawaima Ferry Service.…
Budget 2025 allocates billions to cost of living relief, senior citizens, public assistance
A substantial amount of $42.8 billion has been budgeted in 2025 to ensure senior citizens enjoy their golden years in comfort. A report from the…
USA to remove Cuba from the List of State Sponsors of Terrorism … CARICOM wants financial, economic, and trade embargo lifted
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is pleased to note the decision of the Government of the United States of America, on 14 January 2025, to issue…
Guyana government tables massive $1.38 trillion budget …Maintains double digit growth despite fall in GDP expansion
Guyana has unveiled its largest budget since the addition of its oil resource at a whopping $1.38t, 20.6 percent larger than last year’s. Minister of…
CARICOM, ILO team up to launch free movement of Caribbean people consultancy
The International Labour Organization (ILO), in collaboration with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, launched the consultancy: Free Movement of Persons in the CARICOM Region: Undertaking…