In his Republic anniversary address on Thursday, President Irfaan Ali zoomed in on protecting the territorial integrity of the country and outlined a vision for Guyana in 2030 even as he pleaded for patience in improving the standard of living of the people.
Speaking in the forecourt of the Public Buildings on the occasion of the 54th anniversary of the Republic, Ali also waded into the opposition and indirectly addressed the strike by teachers which has lasted for three weeks.
In the presence of chief guest, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Keith Rowley, the President spoke assertively about sovereignty.