AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoRegional Energy: ExxonMobil signed a non-binding memorandum with Venezuela to assess oil production opportunities, a step toward a possible return that could reshape competition for investment in the region. Maritime Safety: Guyana’s MV Barima inquiry heard of significant safety deficiencies identified aboard the ferry months before it capsized, sharpening scrutiny of vessel inspections and safety rules. Tourism: Guyana won Best Emerging Destination 2026, as visitor arrivals reached a record 453,489 in 2025, up 22 per cent. Agriculture: The government says irrigation supplies are adequate across five rice-growing regions for the first 2027 crop, despite forecasts of unusually low rainfall. Trade and Skills: Guyana accounted for 62 per cent of Caribbean goods exports in 2025, while new TVET partnerships will give students construction and engineering work experience and help align training with employer needs. Digital Finance: Bank of Baroda says it will help anchor a planned UPI-based cashless payment system and expand services for small businesses.
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