A new era of transformational development beckons

–PPP

OUR beloved nation has reached another milestone; its 55th Independence Anniversary. It comes at a time when Guyana is on the cusp of unprecedented transformational development. The unleashing of our nation’s vast potential is within reach. Our developmental trajectory has, undoubtedly, imbued all Guyanese with a tremendous sense of optimism, pride, expectation and confidence that our individual and collective dreams and aspirations for a prosperous nation will be realised. As we observe this very significant moment in our nation’s history, the People’s Progressive Party (PPP) takes this opportunity to extend greetings to all Guyanese, both here and those globally in the Diaspora. The 55 years since the Golden Arrowhead was first hoisted in May 1966 was not without its challenges; our nation and its people were tested at various points, but on every occasion, despite the severity of what confronted us, our resilience and indomitable will to rise to those challenges and to forge ahead prevailed. It is demonstrative of our resoluteness as a people to work assiduously, and to sustain our efforts to build a brighter future for all. During those 55 years, there were periods when much was achieved; a period that saw our physical and social infrastructures being transformed through sustained growth and development, and periods of regression.

There were periods when our freedoms were suppressed, and periods when they were restored. There were periods when pride was lost, and periods when it returned after relentless struggles. However, throughout these times, our people never allowed hope to slip away, and remained steadfast in their commitment to nation-building, and the advancement of all. Guyanese are aware that the 55th Independence Anniversary comes months after glaring attempts to suppress freedoms and democracy. The fact that our freedom and nascent democracy were vigorously defended is testimony to our collective resolve, and the value we as a people attach to our democratic principles. This is not dissimilar to the values of those who led the struggles and fought valiantly for Independence would have attached to breaking the shackles of colonialism. Those selfless struggles remain a revered source of inspiration, and a demonstration of patriotism in guiding us to work in the best interest of our country, and all of its peoples. As we celebrate this independence anniversary, albeit restricted due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our Party urges that we be encouraged by the invaluable efforts of those who struggled to free us from colonialism, as we endeavour together to safeguard our democratic values, and to advance ourselves and fellow countrymen and women as a new era of transformational development beckons.

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