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$300M budgeted for Jubilee celebrations

Jan 30, 2016 News

The government has voted $300M for Guyana’s 50th independence celebrations. This was stated by Minister of Finance, Winston Jordan, in the 2016 National Budget themed, “Stimulating Growth, Restoring Confidence: The Good Life Beckons.”
Minister Jordan noted that President David Granger has asked that all members of the National Assembly “open avenues of cooperation and agreement so that we can join hearts and hands for the common good.”
Guyanese were urged to reminisce on all that Guyana has achieved over the past 50 years as an independent country. “We call on all Guyanese to reflect on the journey of the past 50 years, taking into account the people and experiences that have shaped our history and the lessons learnt, while mindful of the opportunities we have missed,” the Minister said.
In addition, Minister Jordan noted that during the reflections, the tools must be in place for young people to continue growing.
“This is a time of reflection and celebration, even as we provide inspiration and tools for our young people to dream bigger and reach higher over the next 50 years,” Minister Jordan explained.
During the month of May, a number of activities are slated to take place in observance of the 50th Independence Anniversary. Guyana gained Independence from Great Britain on May 26, 1966.

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