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Vishnu Bisram recognizes the contributions of Rudy Jadoopat to local EITI
Dear Editor,
It is most unfortunate that Guyana has been suspended from EITI (KN News and commentaries Feb 22 thru Mar 1). Blame game is going around. That will not change the status of the local unit of EITI affiliation with the international body.
Ultimately, local administration of EITI and the government are responsible for the status of the entity. Every effort must be made to restore good standing of Guyana in EITI. That can only be achieved with co-operation from all stakeholders and the present national coordinator Dr. Prem Misir (if he still is). Assistance should be sought from the previous NC, Dr. Rudy Jadoopat, to help restore Guyana’s accreditation in EITI.
Both Drs. Misir and Jadoopat are very competent in management and paperwork. Jadoopat is very experienced in the EITI area having worked three years as coordinator and completing necessary paperwork to gain accreditation for Guyana – a major accomplishment for which he must be recognised. Guyana met annual standards under his watch. Dr. Misir is a management specialist; it is not clear why the paperwork was not completed timely. Since this is a new venture for Guyana, Jadoopat should be approached to lend a helping hand.
The President is commended for publicly announcing a commitment to do everything possible to restore Guyana’s standing (accreditation) in the global body. He (as Presidential candidate) and the ruling PPP ran on a promise to be open and transparent in governance. Accountability and transparency are critical for good governance and responsible management of extractive natural resources. The local arm of EITI and the government should never have allowed Guyana to fall short of EITI standards. Now that it has unexpectedly happened, regardless of who is at fault, everyone should work collaboratively and expeditiously to address the problems that need resolution. EITI accreditation is an extremely important recognition; continued suspension will impact Guyana’s nascent mineral and energy industries.
Yours truly,
Vishnu Bisram
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