AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoU.S.-Guyana Critical Minerals Push: The Pentagon/Department of Defense signed about US$150M in support for Guyana’s bauxite supply chain—US$85.5M equity plus US$64.5M private co-investment to expand the First Bauxite mine, add calcination, and back a brown-fused alumina follow-on. Energy Security Shock: A new analysis says the Hormuz crisis has permanently changed how governments and investors value energy resilience. Local Governance & Infrastructure: President Ali’s Model Village consultations are set to reshape Essequibo Coast communities with drainage, road/bridge upgrades, lighting, walkways, tree planting, and safer public spaces. Education Tech & Skills: Guyana’s first heavy equipment training camp for children used classroom lessons, simulator tech, and hands-on safety training. Health Lab Upgrade: The Ministry of Health plans a new National Public Health Reference Laboratory using part of a US$22M World Bank One Health loan for design and supervision. Policy & Debate: Region 7 Vice-Chair warns EPA against approving uranium drilling at Kurupung. Economy & Jobs: CTO registration opens for SOTIC 2026 in Georgetown, with interCaribbean Airways as official airline partner.
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