AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCaricom & US travel transparency: A new statement from the US Consulate General is reigniting debate in Guyana over whether full Caricom membership could affect visa-free travel for Bermudians, with critics saying the Guyana government must show it “did its homework” before campaigning. CCJ integrity row: The Caribbean Court of Justice leadership crisis is still spreading, with the GTUC calling for an internal investigation into alleged conflicts involving President Winston Anderson and leaked judge correspondence. US extradition timeline: The CCJ has set dates next month for the US extradition case involving Azruddin Mohamed and Nazar “Shell” Mohamed over alleged wire fraud, mail fraud and money laundering tied to gold trading. Bottled water cost push: The Private Sector Commission and bottled water manufacturers agreed on a public-private approach to cut costs and strengthen local production, after concerns the state move could squeeze private firms. Healthcare upgrade: Guyana is modernising its neurological health strategy, including an Acute Stroke Unit at Georgetown Public Hospital and a new neuro-rehabilitation centre. Investment confidence numbers: GO-Invest says about G$1.06 trillion in private investment was facilitated over six years, with foreign investors leading and local firms expanding across mining, services, tourism, energy and ICT. Oil & profits debate: Opposition voices are again challenging Guyana’s 50% profit share in Exxon’s deal, while international commentary links oil price swings to regional conflict and corporate profits. Local business & infrastructure: City crews halted vending along Bourda/Robb Street during a major clean-up over health hazards, while Hyatt announced Atlantic Suites Hotel has joined its portfolio as Guyana’s first Hyatt affiliated hotel. Sports: Guyana Amazon Warriors beat Jamaica Kingsmen for a third straight CPL defeat, with Shai Hope’s unbeaten 56 and Mohammad Nabi’s 4-22 central to the win.
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