Dear Editor,
The recent missive by Mr. Norton should not be used as a segue into preventing the renegotiation of the oil contracts. It is unfortunate that he doesn’t respect the Office of the President and sees the delay of a meeting as disrespectful especially during this busy period of our Independence celebrations. The statement that Mr. Norton made in the news that the government doesn’t respect agreements is irresponsible and could give pause to investors. In addition, the public has called for a renegotiation of the oil contracts which the PNC and their partners have recklessly put in place. It has created an unnecessary burden upon the country.
These contracts should be relooked at, especially after the signing bonus fiasco came to light. No intelligent person outside of those involved in signing away the future of many hard working Guyanese would argue that the oil contracts are not subject to further review and renegotiation.
Guyana celebrates its 56th year of independence this week, and these festivities should make it clear to all of those who aspire to lead this nation that the oil companies are not in charge of our citizens’ futures. If the poor communication and poor attitude of cooperation between the two leaders are causing a delay, it should not be used give rise to any pandering to Exxon and other large investors in an attempt to have them support a bid to lead. We do not need, nor do we want a government or opposition that will do the beck and calling of outsiders who care little for the long-term sustainable future of our great nation.
Sincerely,
Jamil Changlee
Chairman
The Cooperative Republicans of Guyana
