AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoLab Rights Under Scrutiny: Guyana’s Labour Ministry has launched an investigation into alleged labour and safety violations at the India-owned EKAA HRIM quarry in Batavia, Region 7, after Opposition and WIN officials raised claims about delayed pay, poor food and medical access, unsafe conditions, and workers’ passports being withheld—following the death of Indian worker Sekhar Chhetri, which the company says was a heart attack. Company Response: EKAA HRIM says a post-mortem points to a heart attack, says it’s supporting the family, and warns that some social media claims are misleading while authorities review the matter. Diplomacy & Development: At OTC 2026 in Houston, President Irfaan Ali and Minister Lutfi Hassan highlighted Guyana’s energy growth and investment outreach. Jobs Beyond Oil: APNU renewed calls for a long-term job strategy beyond oil and gas as sector growth slows. Health & Prevention: GPHC held its 4th cardiology symposium, warning of rising sudden cardiac deaths among young people and pushing stronger prevention and specialist capacity.
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