Saudi-Arabs want maximum profits in shortest possible time with minimum investment

Jul 23, 2022 Letters

Dear Editor,

Kaieteur News – Thank you for the opportunity to publish this missive in your daily publication.
Great attention attracted His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s garb during his address to the large Saudi Arabia business delegation at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. It is no secret that the Head of State – Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali is a Muslim and that was evident before he took the oath of Presidency. As a matter of fact, His Excellency, Dr. Ali’s support mostly comes from the other religious class structure across Guyana; so what is this big fuss?
On Saturday, 9th July, 2022 was the day of Eid-Ul-Adha. One of the most significant religious holidays in the Islamic calendar. I have seen many other presidents, diplomats, and important personalities in our society dress in a manner depicting the religious or cultural heritage and observance of the numerous holidays and no attention was given to them.
I can recall vividly my late Headmaster, one of the most important persons in my life H.M Van Rossom. He used to wear his Kurta and Dhoti and was integrally involved in the rituals and festivities with his Hindu, Christian and Muslim brothers and sisters, and he was most welcomed. Today, we tend to look at things in a different manner and make pronouncements without understanding the potential harm and cultural divide it can create in this beautiful multi-cultured society of ours.
The spirit and significance of Eid-Ul-Adha was felt around the world. In Guyana, the Muslims have delivered portions of beef and mutton to over one hundred thousand families countrywide irrespective of ethnicity, creed or political persuasion. Isn’t this an amazing act of compassion and goodness?
I was present when His Excellency delivered his speech to the Saudi Minister and visiting business delegation. The president did not mince words, he was forthright and direct. His Excellency understands the culture and how the Saudi nationals operate. Hence, he challenged them to establish an office locally to facilitate the smooth flow for prospective trading activities. My take on most of the opinions expressed in the media was of a vex political nature.
Editor, in the past, I did business with the Saudi’s, and I can say with assurance that they will not come to Guyana to do any form of long-term investment. The Saudi-Arabs want to get maximum profits in the shortest possible time with minimum investment.
Unlike us Guyanese businessmen, they are not prepared to wait 10 years or longer for return on an investment.

Yours truly,
Nazar Mohamed
Businessman

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