PRESIDENT, Dr Irfaan Ali has revealed plans to rapidly expand Guyana’s tourism sector through the development of all-inclusive resorts at some of the country’s most iconic destinations.
Speaking at the commissioning of the new Courtyard by Marriott at Timehri on Wednesday, he announced that within the first six weeks of a new term should the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) be re-elected expressions of interest will be issued for resort development at key locations across the country.

The Head of State noted that many international franchises have the opportunity to capitalise on the vast potential that Guyana has to offer.
Although there have been many missed opportunities in the past, the government intends to create a conducive environment for these types of investments.

Among the areas identified by President Ali are Orinduik, Number 63 Beach, the Linden Blue Lakes, the Stabroek and Vreed-en-Hoop waterfronts, Lethem, Leguan, and Bartica, among others.
“We don’t want you to miss out any longer. We’ll be launching an expression of interest for all-inclusive resorts in Guyana.”
The government also aims to advance several other major projects across the country.

“In the first six weeks of the next term, we have to conclude the second power plant at Wales. You have to conclude the new Berbice River Bridge. You have to conclude the second gas ashore [sic] project. You have to conclude the work with Bechtel for the design of the new deep-water port and connection to Brazil in six weeks.
“We expect strong local and international partnership and participation in this,” he added, noting that several private sector bodies should play a major role.