AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoUN Leadership: Guyana has taken the chair of the UN General Assembly’s legal committee, giving the country a prominent role in the body’s legal work. Economic Outlook: The IMF says Guyana’s economy remains on a strong growth path, with oil and non-oil activity expanding rapidly. It urged continued fiscal and financial stability, diversification and more inclusive growth. Regional Travel: President Irfaan Ali called for faster digital visa processing and better transport links, arguing that cumbersome procedures hinder Caribbean tourism, business and partnerships. Police Accountability: Deputy Police Commissioner Fazil Karimbaksh has been placed on leave pending an investigation into rape and threatening-behaviour allegations. The complainant, a police inspector, has been transferred; calls continue for an independent probe. MV Barima Inquiry: The commission has begun field visits ahead of public hearings, but Opposition Leader Azruddin Mohamed has questioned its credibility and criticized delays in recovering the wreck. Royal Visit: King Charles is not expected to apologize for Britain’s role in slavery during his Caribbean tour, as President Ali has called for reparations from the UK and other European countries.
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