Guyana

Country Guyana
Capital Georgetown
Continent South America
Currency Guyanese dollar(GYD)
Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish, Akawaio, Macushi, Waiwai, Arawak, Patamona, Warrau, Carib, Wapishana, Arekuna & Guyanese Creole

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Originally a Dutch colony in the 17th century, by 1815 Guyana had become a British possession. The abolition of slavery led to black settlement of urban areas and the importation of indentured servants from India to work the sugar plantations. This ethnocultural divide has persisted and has led to turbulent politics. Guyana achieved independence from the UK in 1966, and since then it has been ruled mostly by socialist-oriented governments. In 1992, Cheddi JAGAN was elected president in what is considered the country's first free and fair election since independence. After his death five years later, his wife, Janet JAGAN, became president but resigned in 1999 due to poor health. Her successor, Bharrat JAGDEO, was reelected in 2001 and again in 2006.

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Hindustan Aeronautics gets Rs 194 crore order from Guyana Defence Force for 2 commuter aircraft - Business TodayHindustan Aeronautics gets Rs 194 crore order from Guyana Defence Force for 2 commuter aircraft  Business Today

Cabinet approves signing of MoU between India and Guyana on cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector - PM IndiaCabinet approves signing of MoU between India and Guyana on cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector  PM India

Exxon, CNOOC Merge Guyana Arbitration Claims Against Chevron - Caixin GlobalExxon, CNOOC Merge Guyana Arbitration Claims Against Chevron  Caixin Global

Guyana – Joint communiqué on the opening of a new French Embassy in Georgetown (25 Mar. 2024) - France DiplomatieGuyana – Joint communiqué on the opening of a new French Embassy in Georgetown (25 Mar. 2024)  France Diplomatie

Exxon, Cnooc Merge Guyana Arbitration Claims Against Chevron - BloombergExxon, Cnooc Merge Guyana Arbitration Claims Against Chevron  Bloomberg

ExxonMobil “open” to talking with Chevron over oil offshore Guyana amidst Hess acquisition - WorldOilExxonMobil “open” to talking with Chevron over oil offshore Guyana amidst Hess acquisition  WorldOil

Exxon and CNOOC Team Up To Challenge Chevron's Guyana Oil Deal - OilPrice.comExxon and CNOOC Team Up To Challenge Chevron's Guyana Oil Deal  OilPrice.com

Exxon CEO says not trying to buy Hess but eyes its Guyana stake - ReutersExxon CEO says not trying to buy Hess but eyes its Guyana stake  Reuters

India talking to Guyana, Suriname, Namibia for oil import: Hardeep Singh Puri - The Economic TimesIndia talking to Guyana, Suriname, Namibia for oil import: Hardeep Singh Puri  The Economic Times

dynaCERT Provides Update on the Purchase Order for HydraGEN™ Units Destined for Guyana - Yahoo FinancedynaCERT Provides Update on the Purchase Order for HydraGEN™ Units Destined for Guyana  Yahoo Finance

Education Delivery in Guyana Transformed by Smart Classrooms - World Bank GroupEducation Delivery in Guyana Transformed by Smart Classrooms  World Bank Group

China's SUMEC signs contract to build 18 MW of solar in Guyana - Renewables NowChina's SUMEC signs contract to build 18 MW of solar in Guyana  Renewables Now

The Venezuela-Guyana dispute: A storm in a teacup? - Observer Research FoundationThe Venezuela-Guyana dispute: A storm in a teacup?  Observer Research Foundation

Guyana abstains from voting on US-led resolution for Gaza ceasefire at UN Security Council - Middle East MonitorGuyana abstains from voting on US-led resolution for Gaza ceasefire at UN Security Council  Middle East Monitor

HARDtalk - On the road in Guyana - BBCHARDtalk - On the road in Guyana  BBC

Guyana says it refuses to bow to Venezuela in dispute over territory rich in oil and minerals - The HinduGuyana says it refuses to bow to Venezuela in dispute over territory rich in oil and minerals  The Hindu

Energizing Guyana’s tomorrow - ExxonMobilEnergizing Guyana’s tomorrow  ExxonMobil

World Bank supports education policy reforms in Guyana - World Bank GroupWorld Bank supports education policy reforms in Guyana  World Bank Group

Cabinet approves MoU between India, Guyana on cooperation in hydrocarbons - The Economic TimesCabinet approves MoU between India, Guyana on cooperation in hydrocarbons  The Economic Times

Oil & Gas Stock Roundup: XOM's Guyana Find and DRQ's Merger Take Center Stage - Yahoo FinanceOil & Gas Stock Roundup: XOM's Guyana Find and DRQ's Merger Take Center Stage  Yahoo Finance

ExxonMobil makes first 2024 oil discovery in prolific Stabroek block offshore Guyana - WorldOilExxonMobil makes first 2024 oil discovery in prolific Stabroek block offshore Guyana  WorldOil

Haiti’s PM Ariel Henry tenders resignation as country descends into chaos - Al Jazeera EnglishHaiti’s PM Ariel Henry tenders resignation as country descends into chaos  Al Jazeera English

In a relaxed encounter, leaders of Venezuela, Guyana exchange gifts - Hindustan TimesIn a relaxed encounter, leaders of Venezuela, Guyana exchange gifts  Hindustan Times

Guyana sets global example with quality carbon offset achievement - ICAOGuyana sets global example with quality carbon offset achievement  ICAO

Chevron surprised when Exxon filed for arbitration over Guyana - CEO - ReutersChevron surprised when Exxon filed for arbitration over Guyana - CEO  Reuters

PM shares Shri Ram Bhajan from Guyana | Prime Minister of India - PM IndiaPM shares Shri Ram Bhajan from Guyana | Prime Minister of India  PM India

ExxonMobil seeks arbitration over Guyana oil find in Chevron's sights - Financial TimesExxonMobil seeks arbitration over Guyana oil find in Chevron's sights  Financial Times

CNOOC joins ExxonMobil in Chevron dispute over oil-rich Guyana; reports profit decrease as production grows - WorldOilCNOOC joins ExxonMobil in Chevron dispute over oil-rich Guyana; reports profit decrease as production grows  WorldOil

Guyana beat Windward Is Guyana won by 255 runs - Guyana vs Windward Is, West Indies Championship, 19th Match ... - ESPNcricinfoGuyana beat Windward Is Guyana won by 255 runs - Guyana vs Windward Is, West Indies Championship, 19th Match ...  ESPNcricinfo

Hess flags potential delay for Chevron Merger as ExxonMobil fights for “massive” oil discovery rights offshore Guyana - WorldOilHess flags potential delay for Chevron Merger as ExxonMobil fights for “massive” oil discovery rights offshore Guyana  WorldOil

Rising Guyanese crude exports weigh on Norway's Sverdrup in Europe - ReutersRising Guyanese crude exports weigh on Norway's Sverdrup in Europe  Reuters

Guyana explains decision to abstain on US draft resolution on Gaza | Loop Caribbean News - Loop News CaribbeanGuyana explains decision to abstain on US draft resolution on Gaza | Loop Caribbean News  Loop News Caribbean

India looking for multi-year oil purchase deal with Guyana - Offshore TechnologyIndia looking for multi-year oil purchase deal with Guyana  Offshore Technology

Venezuela-Guyana conflict over the disputed Essequibo region and how it impacts India | Explained | Mint - MintVenezuela-Guyana conflict over the disputed Essequibo region and how it impacts India | Explained | Mint  Mint

PM shares Shri Ram Bhajan from Guyana - Narendra ModiPM shares Shri Ram Bhajan from Guyana  Narendra Modi

CNOOC seeks arbitration over Hess' stake in Stabroek oilfield in Guyana - Offshore TechnologyCNOOC seeks arbitration over Hess' stake in Stabroek oilfield in Guyana  Offshore Technology

Watch Guyana representative explain why US resolution on Gaza was problematic - Maktoob mediaWatch Guyana representative explain why US resolution on Gaza was problematic  Maktoob media

Guyana Prison Service: Chickenpox outbreak appears contained | Loop Caribbean News - Loop News CaribbeanGuyana Prison Service: Chickenpox outbreak appears contained | Loop Caribbean News  Loop News Caribbean

Exxon is not trying to acquire Hess in dispute with Chevron over Guyana oil assets, CEO says - CNBCExxon is not trying to acquire Hess in dispute with Chevron over Guyana oil assets, CEO says  CNBC

ExxonMobil Guyana announces new discovery - ExxonMobilExxonMobil Guyana announces new discovery  ExxonMobil

FPSO ONE GUYANA project passes another major milestone - SBM OffshoreFPSO ONE GUYANA project passes another major milestone  SBM Offshore

Chevron CEO Says Guyana Talks With Exxon Ended 'Abruptly' - BloombergChevron CEO Says Guyana Talks With Exxon Ended 'Abruptly'  Bloomberg

US throws weight behind Guyana in territorial dispute with Venezuela - Al Jazeera EnglishUS throws weight behind Guyana in territorial dispute with Venezuela  Al Jazeera English

Venezuela building up troops on Guyana border, satellite images show - The GuardianVenezuela building up troops on Guyana border, satellite images show  The Guardian

Highlights and Goals: Guyana 4-1 Cambodia in Friendly Match | 03/26/2024 - VAVEL.comHighlights and Goals: Guyana 4-1 Cambodia in Friendly Match | 03/26/2024  VAVEL.com

Haiti’s Prime Minister Resigns - Voice of America - VOA NewsHaiti’s Prime Minister Resigns  Voice of America - VOA News

IsDB and Guyana Join Forces to Advance Development Ambitions in Energy, Climate, and Food Security - Islamic Development BankIsDB and Guyana Join Forces to Advance Development Ambitions in Energy, Climate, and Food Security  Islamic Development Bank

Exxon Confident Its Intent in Writing Guyana Contract to Prevail - BloombergExxon Confident Its Intent in Writing Guyana Contract to Prevail  Bloomberg

Red Force Under-15s suffer nine-wicket loss to Guyana - TT NewsdayRed Force Under-15s suffer nine-wicket loss to Guyana  TT Newsday

Triple Drowning Tragedy in Guyana: Three Girls Perish in Pond - St Vincent TimesTriple Drowning Tragedy in Guyana: Three Girls Perish in Pond  St Vincent Times

President Lula invites Guyana to G20 climate meeting - G20.orgPresident Lula invites Guyana to G20 climate meeting  G20.org

Premier Burt's Trip To Guyana Cost $2551.38 - BernewsPremier Burt's Trip To Guyana Cost $2551.38  Bernews

Guyana and Venezuela: Tensions over Essequibo region defused after mediation but century-old dispute is not settled ... - CredendoGuyana and Venezuela: Tensions over Essequibo region defused after mediation but century-old dispute is not settled ...  Credendo

Exxon's Legal Fight With Chevron Over a Guyana Oil Field Roils Hedge Funds - BloombergExxon's Legal Fight With Chevron Over a Guyana Oil Field Roils Hedge Funds  Bloomberg

Defending champs TT beaten by Guyana at CWI U15 | Loop Trinidad & Tobago - Loop News Trinidad & TobagoDefending champs TT beaten by Guyana at CWI U15 | Loop Trinidad & Tobago  Loop News Trinidad & Tobago

Guyana thrash T&T thanks to Khan’s 5-wicket haul - Stabroek NewsGuyana thrash T&T thanks to Khan’s 5-wicket haul  Stabroek News

IsDB and Guyana Launch New Country Engagement Framework - Islamic Development BankIsDB and Guyana Launch New Country Engagement Framework  Islamic Development Bank

ExxonMobil CEO clarifies stance in Chevron's acquisition of Hess - Offshore TechnologyExxonMobil CEO clarifies stance in Chevron's acquisition of Hess  Offshore Technology

Guyana Defence Force sergeant killed in highway accident | Loop Caribbean News - Loop News CaribbeanGuyana Defence Force sergeant killed in highway accident | Loop Caribbean News  Loop News Caribbean

Crude Realities: India’s Stance Amidst the Venezuela-Guyana Strife - The Financial ExpressCrude Realities: India’s Stance Amidst the Venezuela-Guyana Strife  The Financial Express

Guyana Urges Diplomacy But Investing In Its Military - St. Lucia Times Online NewsGuyana Urges Diplomacy But Investing In Its Military  St. Lucia Times Online News

Venezuela troop build-up breaches international law, warns Guyana - Financial TimesVenezuela troop build-up breaches international law, warns Guyana  Financial Times

India wants multi-year oil purchase deal with Guyana -Guyana minister - ReutersIndia wants multi-year oil purchase deal with Guyana -Guyana minister  Reuters

Exxon Is Sure It Has Right Of First Refusal In Spat Over Guyana Oil Assets - OilPrice.comExxon Is Sure It Has Right Of First Refusal In Spat Over Guyana Oil Assets  OilPrice.com

Venezuela and Guyana agree not to use force in Essequibo dispute - Al Jazeera EnglishVenezuela and Guyana agree not to use force in Essequibo dispute  Al Jazeera English

Guyana hosts Human Papillomavirus Scientific conference to tackle cervical cancer and improve HPV vaccination ... - Pan American Health OrganizationGuyana hosts Human Papillomavirus Scientific conference to tackle cervical cancer and improve HPV vaccination ...  Pan American Health Organization

Fears simmer in Essequibo region as Venezuela eyes the disputed territory - Al Jazeera EnglishFears simmer in Essequibo region as Venezuela eyes the disputed territory  Al Jazeera English

Whiptail Oil and Gas Project, Guyana - Offshore TechnologyWhiptail Oil and Gas Project, Guyana  Offshore Technology

Venezuela creates new state in territory under dispute with Guyana - Reuters CanadaVenezuela creates new state in territory under dispute with Guyana  Reuters Canada

Infographic: Guyana's oil boom leads to producer scramble for space - S&P GlobalInfographic: Guyana's oil boom leads to producer scramble for space  S&P Global

UN Human Rights Committee, Guyana differ on if “credible” vs “verifiable and factual info” used to question govt - Demerara Waves Online News GuyanaUN Human Rights Committee, Guyana differ on if “credible” vs “verifiable and factual info” used to question govt  Demerara Waves Online News Guyana

Venezuela's parliament approves creation of state in disputed oil-rich Essequibo - FRANCE 24 EnglishVenezuela's parliament approves creation of state in disputed oil-rich Essequibo  FRANCE 24 English

Venezuela's Claims on Guyana's Territory Raise Concerns About Conflict - Voice of America - VOA NewsVenezuela's Claims on Guyana's Territory Raise Concerns About Conflict  Voice of America - VOA News

Exxon raises Guyana's oil production to about 645000 barrels per day - ReutersExxon raises Guyana's oil production to about 645000 barrels per day  Reuters

ExxonMobil confident in interpretation of intent in Guyana oil contract in Chevron dispute - WorldOilExxonMobil confident in interpretation of intent in Guyana oil contract in Chevron dispute  WorldOil

Guyanese and Caribbean legal luminary, Retired Justice Desiree Bernard dies - Demerara Waves Online News GuyanaGuyanese and Caribbean legal luminary, Retired Justice Desiree Bernard dies  Demerara Waves Online News Guyana

Brazil urges calm as Venezuela-Guyana border tension rises over Essequibo - Al Jazeera EnglishBrazil urges calm as Venezuela-Guyana border tension rises over Essequibo  Al Jazeera English

Essequibo: Venezuela moves to claim Guyana-controlled region - BBC.comEssequibo: Venezuela moves to claim Guyana-controlled region  BBC.com

Essequibo: Venezuelans back claim to Guyana-controlled oil region - BBC.comEssequibo: Venezuelans back claim to Guyana-controlled oil region  BBC.com

Guyana Ministry of Health, Mount Sinai Health System and Hess Corporation Unveil New State-of-the-Art Pathology ... - Mount SinaiGuyana Ministry of Health, Mount Sinai Health System and Hess Corporation Unveil New State-of-the-Art Pathology ...  Mount Sinai

Venezuela raises the stakes over disputed Guyana territory - Al Jazeera EnglishVenezuela raises the stakes over disputed Guyana territory  Al Jazeera English

UN’s top court bars Venezuela from action in Guyana border dispute - Al Jazeera EnglishUN’s top court bars Venezuela from action in Guyana border dispute  Al Jazeera English

Explainer: the Venezuela and Guyana oil dispute - Offshore TechnologyExplainer: the Venezuela and Guyana oil dispute  Offshore Technology

Brazil deploys troops to Venezuela border - BBC.comBrazil deploys troops to Venezuela border  BBC.com

AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2023 in Guyana - African Export-Import BankAfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum 2023 in Guyana  African Export-Import Bank

South American countries urge peaceful solution to Venezuela, Guyana tensions - ReutersSouth American countries urge peaceful solution to Venezuela, Guyana tensions  Reuters

Venezuela & Guyana leaders to meet over border row. All about oil-rich Essequibo region dispute - ThePrintVenezuela & Guyana leaders to meet over border row. All about oil-rich Essequibo region dispute  ThePrint

Guyana vows to defend itself 'by all and any means' from Venezuela threat - Financial TimesGuyana vows to defend itself 'by all and any means' from Venezuela threat  Financial Times

Oil-rich Guyana tries to tap another source of cash: carbon credits - Financial TimesOil-rich Guyana tries to tap another source of cash: carbon credits  Financial Times

Exxon signals potential counter offer for Hess's Guyana assets - ReutersExxon signals potential counter offer for Hess's Guyana assets  Reuters

Chelsea Edghill: A table tennis pioneer helping develop sports in Guyana - OlympicsChelsea Edghill: A table tennis pioneer helping develop sports in Guyana  Olympics

Essequibo: Venezuela votes on claim to Guyana-controlled oil region - BBC.comEssequibo: Venezuela votes on claim to Guyana-controlled oil region  BBC.com

Strengthening Women's Disaster Management Capacities in Guyana and Dominica (GUY-DOM) - United Nations Development ProgrammeStrengthening Women's Disaster Management Capacities in Guyana and Dominica (GUY-DOM)  United Nations Development Programme

COLUMN | Quick updates: PSVs changing hands; subsea newbuilds; Guyana booming; rigs fixing higher [Offshore ... - Baird MaritimeCOLUMN | Quick updates: PSVs changing hands; subsea newbuilds; Guyana booming; rigs fixing higher [Offshore ...  Baird Maritime

Payara: Offshore Oil Development in Guyana - ExxonMobilPayara: Offshore Oil Development in Guyana  ExxonMobil

Health ministry in Guyana confirms chickenpox outbreak in prison | WINNFM 98.9 - winnFmHealth ministry in Guyana confirms chickenpox outbreak in prison | WINNFM 98.9  winnFm

Home - Guyana | The Netherlands and Guyana - The Netherlands and YouHome - Guyana | The Netherlands and Guyana  The Netherlands and You

Exxon could make a bid for Hess' oil assets in Guyana if Chevron deal terminates - CNBCExxon could make a bid for Hess' oil assets in Guyana if Chevron deal terminates  CNBC

Chevron's $53 billion acquisition of Hess is mostly about Guyana - IEEFAChevron's $53 billion acquisition of Hess is mostly about Guyana  IEEFA

Guyana | General Assembly - General Assembly of the United Nations General DebateGuyana | General Assembly  General Assembly of the United Nations General Debate