Draft NY State Law a ‘golden opportunity’ to ensure fair debt relief

for residents of Albouystown and other communities across the country

He was, however, adamant that development would best be achieved once there is togetherness and synergies among those in authority and residents.

PROPOSED legislation in New York State, in the northeast United States , could provide effective and fair relief for developing countries crippled by debt, two experts appointed by the UN Human Rights Council said last Thursday Olivier de Schutter, Special Rapporteur on extreme poverty and human rights , and Attiya Waris, Independent Expert on foreign debt and human rights, have welcomed the proposed New York Taxpayer and International Debt Crises Prevention Act, which is currently under discussion

They urged lawmakers to adopt the draft bill, which compels private creditors to participate in international debt relief efforts on similar terms as public lenders.

Fair For All

President, Dr. Irfaan Ali and members of his Cabinet held discussions with the United Arab Emirates' Minister of State for International Cooperation, Reem Al Hashimy and her delegation at State House on Sunday. Prior to the meeting, he hosted a breakfast in honour of the visiting official, where they both spoke about the importance of enhancing relations between the two nations.

Vice President, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo, a number of other Cabinet Ministers, government officials, representatives from the private sector and members of the diplomatic community were also present. Minister Al Hashimy is on a one-day visit to Guyana. (Office of the President photo)