by Imran Bacchus Diplomacy remains an important facet in today’s volatile and complex world. Diplomacy has helped shape The Caribbean’s and the Western hemisphere’s policies and frameworks that ensure security and foster economic development. This crucial component of international relations has contributed to the shared values and interests in the region. Through its various approaches, …

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by Jada Chambers Too young to know better, too old to not know enough Staying in the village was a very parlous decision  But life in the shelter was just as rough We were heaped in the auditorium of a school, and the dome was out of sight My mother warned me not to leave …

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by Imran Bacchus Recently, the entire country of Guyana united in sadness and outrage after an 11-year-old girl was found dead in a hotel swimming pool under suspicious circumstances. There have been questions about the initial handling of the girl’s disappearance by the police, with some accusing them of collusion and lack of integrity. On …

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by Imran Bacchus Over the years Guyana has struggled to improve the standard and quality of living for its people due to political mismanagement by political parties (Ellington, 2023). Political players have meddled and cavorted with the country’s economy for their own and selfish gain resulting in corruption and lack of development across sectors. The …

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by Imran Bacchus Young people play a crucial role in our democracies. Oftentimes, they are left on the sidelines of key decision-making at the national level, which can affect their lives and future. On Thursday, January 30, 2025, the Guyana National Youth Council (GNYC), through its President, organised a group of young people to be …

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by Jyasi Murray At 2024’s United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 29), agreements were made amongst world leaders of various developed nations to contribute amounts of up to 1.3 trillion dollars per year in climate financing by 2035. Developing nations however, particularly small island developing states, have a great part to play in the global …

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Guest Editorial by Chaneil Imhoff Mental health is not just a personal concern—it is a significant public health and development issue that influences the trajectory of families, communities, and entire nations. In the Caribbean, mental health challenges are growing at an alarming rate, and addressing them requires a coordinated, multisectoral effort. Studies reveal that mental …

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by Faseeh Abbas Recently, incoming President of the United States Donald Trump expressed interest in the idea of annexing Canada, Greenland, and Panama, citing their strategic importance to his country. But wait a minute. What? Canada, Greenland, and Panama? What is even special about them? The notion of annexing sovereign countries and territories is politically …

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by Chimaobi Omeye The government of the United Kingdom last week vetoed the inclusion of reparations for slavery from the agenda of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Apia, Samoa. This came as a shock to many who believe the matter should have been discussed extensively. The question was raised as to why …

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