Opinions

Dear Editor, The story of local content in Guyana is, in many ways, the story of our economic coming of age. What began as a call to ensure Guyanese participation in a new oil and gas sector has evolved into...

Dear Editor,  Attending Guyana’s Fifth Energy Conference was an eye-opening experience for me as a young person eager to explore opportunities in the oil and gas sector. It was inspiring to see how swiftly our nation has progressed from first...

Dear Editor, Over the past year, Guyana has not just talked about growth. We have seen it in our towns, streets, and businesses. New shops are opening, hotels are rising, and companies are expanding. From construction to technology and digital services,...

Dear Editor, As a Guyanese watching the country’s oil and gas sector grow, I am encouraged to see the efforts to prepare our people for the opportunities it brings. Too often, we hear only criticism, but I believe there is...

Dear Editor, I listened to the budget presentation where the Finance Minister projected that Guyana’s economy will grow by 16.2% this year, driven largely by oil and gas. It was another reminder of just how dramatically our country has changed...

Dear Editor, Guyana’s 2026 Budget confirms that oil and gas revenues are now a central driver of national development. With GY$495 billion (about 32% of the GY$1.558 trillion budget) transferred from the Natural Resource Fund, petroleum earnings are financing public...

Dear Editor,  I must commend oil and gas companies for maintaining the locals first approach in operations within the sector, in full compliance with the local content legislation. Recent announcements from several operators signal that this commitment is more than...

Dear Editor,  The rapid growth of Guyana’s oil and gas industry has shown that success does not come from resources alone; it comes from people with the right skills. That is where STEM - science, technology, engineering, and mathematics -...

Dear Editor, I believe that oil-producing CARICOM States must remain alert to evolving geopolitical developments in the wider region, particularly those involving Venezuela and increased engagement by major global powers.  Such developments, whether political or diplomatic, can have broader implications for...

Dear Editor,  Guyana’s oil and gas sector has often been described as resilient and profitable, even amid industry challenges. This resilience is evident in ongoing oil and gas operations, which demonstrate Guyana can weather competitiveness and maintain oil profitability.  A resilient...