AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOil & Profits Pressure: APNU MP Saiku Andrews says Guyana must block ExxonMobil from approving more projects that could delay the country’s full 50% profits under the 2016 Petroleum Agreement, arguing Exxon has already paid down US$55B in development and operating costs. Energy Disruption Impact: ExxonMobil reports Q2 2026 profits of US$14.5B, saying Middle East disruptions were mostly offset by strong reliability and growth from Permian and Guyana. Public Health Infrastructure: The Health Ministry plans to use part of a US$22M World Bank loan for design and supervision of a new National Public Health Reference Laboratory, with bids set to open Aug. 31. Water Bottling Fight: Government says GWI’s bottled water move won’t compete with local firms, but APNU and manufacturers remain unconvinced, warning it could undermine the private sector and fuel corruption. Agriculture Innovation: GRDB and FAO pilot duck-rice integration to cut herbicides and fertiliser use and boost farmers’ income. Business Results: ANSA McAL credits Guyana for standout 19.7% growth in H1 2026, lifting group performance. Regional Investment: Demerara Distillers expands Bird Rock operations in St. Kitts with a US$14M project welcomed by PM Terrance Drew. Transport & Food Costs: Government is considering a dedicated Charity–Moruca cargo service to reduce transport costs driving up food prices.
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