Thunder and Blackmail in Guyana
POLITICS is at its best when it is a contest of ideas. It is at its worst when it descends into manufactured controversy designed to distract the public from the real issues that affect their daily lives. The recent criticism directed at President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali over his private farm falls squarely into the […]
Drugs and the users – Part II
By Vanessa Cort AS in the rest of the world, there is growing concern in Guyana over the way in which synthetic drugs seem to be replacing traditional illicit narcotics. Compounding this issue is the fact that some of these drugs are designed to mimic the effects of natural substances like cannabis or cocaine, while […]
Understanding the supply chain: The first step to finding opportunity in Guyana’s Energy Industry
WHEN most people think about Guyana’s oil and gas industry, they picture supply vessels, drilling operations and large vessels in the ocean. And while these are essential parts of the industry, they are only one piece of a much bigger picture. Behind every offshore operation is a vast network of people and businesses providing the […]
Drugs and the users [Part I]
By Vanessa Cort WHILE the international trade in illicit and abused prescription drugs rakes in billions of dollars for traders and manufacturers, the users often end up penniless, addicted, suffering and dying. This is certainly true of illicit drug users, whose health deteriorates as their cash runs down, while they feed an addiction growing […]
What local content looks like beyond the headlines
WHEN we hear the term “local content,” most of us naturally think about numbers. We look at how many Guyanese are employed in the oil and gas sector, how many local companies have secured contracts, and how well companies are complying with national regulations. Those questions are important. They help the country track whether Guyanese […]
CPC membership grows to over 101 mln as Party marks 105th anniversary
THE Communist Party of China (CPC) had nearly 101.29 million members as of the end of 2025, according to a report issued Tuesday ahead of the Party’s 105th founding anniversary. The number increased by more than 1.01 million, or 1 percent, from the end of 2024, said the report released by the Organization Department of […]
Xinhua Commentary: At 105, the CPC embodies a mission of resilience, innovation and leadership
AS the Communist Party of China (CPC) marks its 105th anniversary, its journey represents a mission of resilience, innovation and strong leadership. Staying true to its founding aspiration, the CPC has led one of the most far-reaching modernization transformations in human history. Against the backdrop of a weak country that suffered from foreign humiliation, poverty, […]
Beyond the billions: What Guyana’s oil fund really means
GUYANA’S Natural Resource Fund (NRF) is growing quickly. Recent reports show that US$761.7 million was deposited into the Fund for the first quarter of 2026, representing revenues from profit oil and royalties. The Fund’s balance has also reportedly moved to about US$4.1 billion. Those are big numbers, especially for a country of Guyana’s size. They […]
Azruddin’s Kiskadee Chorus: Human Rights for Hire
THE end of the war against Iran couldn’t have come any sooner. Political commentators and pundits will have much to write about in the coming months and years – the missteps, foibles, behind‑the‑scenes shenanigans and the odious nature of modern-day war. Whichever way you slice it, this ill-conceived war ended with a resounding victory for […]
Drug trafficking and use
By Vanessa Cort THERE have been several news reports recently of Venezuelan boats being blown up mid-ocean by US planes. According to the American President, Donald Trump, these vessels were trafficking cocaine. In addition, the US administration accused Venezuelan President, Nicholas Maduro of narco-trafficking and in a surprise military manoeuvre, US forces invaded Venezuela, capturing […]
