The landing of the E-Networks submarine fibre optic cable in Essequibo, a first for the region, is considered to be a “significant” development for the county that will create numerous opportunities for socio-economic development, job creation and wealth generation, according to President Irfaan Ali.
An Office of the President press release on Tuesday said these remarks were made during a brief meeting that included E-Networks Chairman, Rakesh Puri; CEO, Vishok Persaud; and Prime Minister, Mark Phillips; at the Office of the President.
Ali lauded the E-Networks’ achievement while noting that the project aligns with the Government’s national development agenda which aims to create jobs and generate wealth for all citizens across Guyana. “This improved connectivity in Essequibo enables the region to support advanced technologies, allowing for the establishment of new ICT businesses in the region, such as call centres, which will offer employment to hundreds, if not thousands, of Guyanese.”
Prime Minister Phillips also commended E-Networks for its commitment to the development of the telecommunications sector and its progressive contributions to liberalisation by expanding its services. He encouraged the company to ensure that the hinterland and rural areas do not escape its attention as the Government is focused on connecting everyone.
During the visit, Puri and Persaud provided updates to the Head of State and Prime Minister on E-Networks’ investments and expansion plans. Puri said that President Ali’s call to improve connectivity in Essequibo was the motivation for making the large ICT investment just nine months after the liberalisation of the telecommunication sector, the release added.
