AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoGas-to-Energy Push: Guyana’s electricity transmission network for the Wales-to-grid project is now 99% complete, with 370 towers and about 82 km of lines installed, including major Demerara River crossings—aimed at cutting reliance on costly bunker fuel. Political Transparency Clash: Opposition and watchdog groups are escalating demands for President Irfaan Ali to fully disclose ownership, financing and operation of a reported Long Creek farm/ranch, with claims of a lease costing about $25M annually and questions over sources of funds. Legal/Media Fallout: Attorney Devindra Kissoon has sued Kaieteur News for over G$600M in defamation damages tied to multiple April 2026 publications. CARICOM Governance: CARICOM agreed to refer the dispute over Secretary-General Carla Barnett’s reappointment to the CCJ for an advisory opinion, while maintaining the status quo. Agriculture Cash Support: Region 3 rice farmers began receiving over $201M in cash grants under the government’s cost-reduction programme. Energy Partnerships: UAE-based Global South Utilities signed MoUs with GPL to explore power generation, grid modernisation and renewables projects. Regional Moves: French Guiana became CARICOM’s eighth associate member, and Guyana offered Barbados three seats in its National Educational Leadership Academy.
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