The PPP/C has unveiled a “practical and realistic” manifesto that builds on programmes already underway, re-presents previous projects, and incorporates no new major policies though it includes promises to continuously review Value Added Tax, build new infrastructure, housing policies for professionals and thousands of jobs.
“Amongst the many initiatives which we will complete are the development of hydroelectricity, a new fibre optic cable and the construction of a deep water harbour, an all-weather road to Brazil and a bridge to Suriname,” PPP/C presidential candidate, Donald Ramotar, said in a foreword to the manifesto. “The programmes that we will be pursuing, if elected to government, are aimed at elevating Guyana’s