AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCCJ Extradition Crossroads: The Caribbean Court of Justice has set July 29, 2026 for its ruling on Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed’s extradition fight, a decision that could either lift the state’s stay and restart committal hearings or derail the extradition attempt. Contract & Arbitration Flashpoint: Government and Austrian contractor VAMED are trading blows over unpaid sums tied to the Pediatric and Maternal Hospital and the New Amsterdam Hospital Campus; the state says VAMED’s delays and non-compliance drove termination, while VAMED signals ICC arbitration over about €45.5m. Local Business Bottleneck: Kitty Market is reported 95–97% physically complete, but vendors still can’t move in because GPL hasn’t installed individual prepaid electricity meters. Infrastructure Push: Public Works says talks are underway to extend the Mabura Hill–Kurupukari road (first 30km) and prepare for a Kurupukari bridge; meanwhile the Mackenzie–Wismar Bridge is nearing completion with final approach-embankment stability works. Energy & Skills: Karpowership launches a trainee/internship programme to build Guyana’s power-generation workforce. Trade Enforcement: The Private Sector Commission urges tighter public-private coordination to curb illegal trade. Regional Connectivity: Guyana and Suriname plan an online booking system for ferry crossings. Oil Oversight Warning: IEEFA flags Guyana’s failure to complete ExxonMobil cost audits for 1999–2017, warning it weakens Guyana’s ability to protect its interests.
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