Oil & Gas Operations: ExxonMobil has temporarily suspended production at the Liza Unity FPSO in Guyana after a small fire was detected in the laundry room; crude offloading was also paused while checks are completed, with all personnel safe and a resumption expected after safety review. New Energy Infrastructure: Guyana Power and Light says it’s tightening coordination with major contractors as electricity demand climbs, while also flagging project challenges that could affect delivery timelines. Power Demand Forecast: GPL’s 2026–2030 plan projects industrial electricity sales could jump to about 2,783 GWh by 2030 (excluding Linden), underscoring how fast the grid will need to expand. Mining Rights & Tensions: Amerindian Peoples Association and opposition MP Sherod Duncan are backing Chinese Landing residents in their standoff with a miner, calling for immediate government and GGMC intervention and warning that mediation can’t be fair amid alleged incursions. Mining Safety & Environment: Suriname police seized more than two tonnes of suspected cyanide shipped from Guyana, with investigations focused on permits, origin and destination. Cost of Living & Food Prices: The IDB reports food prices are the biggest driver of Guyana’s inflation, with food inflation rising 5.9% year-over-year in February 2026. Logistics & Transport: Cheddi Jagan International Airport’s new baggage handling system is expected to be fully operational by end-September, aiming to reduce check-in congestion and improve screening and CCTV coverage. Industry Growth & Investment Platforms: G-MEX was launched as an annual international mining investment platform to spotlight Guyana’s mineral potential and attract responsible exploration and technology partnerships. Sports & Youth Development: Interschools and national secondary school championships are set earlier to better prepare athletes for CARIFTA 2027 in Guyana.