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		<title>“Some things that bother me”</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Sheila Holder, MP
and AFC Vice-Chair
A SELF-INTERESTED GUYANESE CULTURE
Guyanese have inculcated a culture of finding individual solutions to the myriad national problems we face. Take for instance the national grid. GPL has been falling terribly short of providing a reliable supply of electricity for decades but instead of devising a national solution to this economically [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>By Sheila Holder, MP<br />
and AFC Vice-Chair</strong></p>
<p><strong>A SELF-INTERESTED GUYANESE CULTURE</strong><br />
Guyanese have inculcated a culture of finding individual solutions to the myriad national problems we face. Take for instance the national grid. GPL has been falling terribly short of providing a reliable supply of electricity for decades but instead of devising a national solution to this economically and socially debilitating situation householders and businesses, who can afford it, come up with individual solutions by purchasing their own generators. This they do with the encouragement of government. When you consider it, the accumulative funds expended individually over the decades we have been grappling with how to secure a more cost effective, safe and reliable electricity system, we the people could have invested in upgrading the national grid by now.</p>
<p><strong>A PALL OF FEAR STALKS THE LAND</strong><br />
Fear stalks the land in various forms such as in the misuse of political power to favour friends and to intimidate others, since the principle of equal treatment and equal opportunity is not embraced by the powers that be. Fear has taken a stronger hold on the society since the advent of the phantom force as it is believed that a real possibility exists that ‘death squads’ might come knocking at anyone’s door either because of mistaken identity, involvement in some illicit affairs gone wrong, or because of profiling of one kind or another. So people choose either to operate generally under the radar, or opt out of engaging in activity they consider hazardous; but such activity would, as a matter of course, be deemed normal for citizens in most democracies. Yet, the governing political directorate boasts that they have returned democracy to Guyana.</p>
<p><strong>A SCARCITY OF VOICES AGAINST THE ILLS OF SOCIETY</strong><br />
There are fewer voices being raised against the injustices, the suffering of the people and wrongdoing taking place in Guyana than previously experienced, and what is even more disturbing is the fact that many in the Diaspora capable of articulating and advocating on behalf of the long suffering Guyanese people choose to remain silent while actively working the email circuit. What are they afraid of? Why aren’t more people in the Diaspora standing up and being counted? Surely they are not afraid of losing their jobs, or afraid that their businesses will be targeted for ‘special’ treatment by ‘the powers that be’.</p>
<p><strong>GHOST WRITERS HAVE LICENCE</strong><br />
Ghost writers have received licence to operate generally by some sections of the print media that demand contact details from the public before publishing letters to the editor. From their writings I know them, and you know them, yet they are allowed to slip through the cracks. To think that such writers are being paid from the treasury is really irksome. Thank goodness they fool few people if any!</p>
<p><strong>MEN URINATING IN PUBLIC</strong><br />
I confess that I’ve reached a point in life where I no longer ‘sweat the small things’ but nonetheless I find it infuriating to see men urinating against a post in full sight of all and sundry in the manner of dogs. Whenever I happen upon such a sight, I am struck by the fact that women manage to solve this natural human need in a more socially acceptable way.</p>
<p><strong>POLITICIANS</strong><br />
We live in a society, indeed in a world, where politicians are the butt of the most disparaging jokes reflecting the general opinion of the people who make up the electorate. Yet, the fact that the people elect politicians who are so disparaged, seem to escape all and sundry who chuckle gleefully at such jokes.</p>
<p><strong>LAWYERS</strong><br />
Like Politicians, lawyers are generally poorly rated. Many among them give a bad name to the profession when they take fees from clients but expend insufficient effort to represent them adequately. Stories abound about those lawyers who thrive on dishonest practices in a system that allows them to escape without being disciplined. There is need for a code of practice which the public should demand and a more effective disciplinary committee of the Bar Association.</p>
<p><strong>THE JUSTICE SYSTEM</strong><br />
Judges and Magistrates all know that ‘justice delayed is justice denied’ yet it appears that without giving much consideration to this edict, they routinely grant postponements of cases merely because lawyers make such requests. In many of these cases the litigants have to wait years before they get their day in Court and in many instances, when that day comes, it is too late for many to receive true justice because they had suffered direly, emotionally and financially. How much longer will our society continue to tolerate this?</p>
<p><strong>NOISE NUISANCE</strong><br />
I’ve come to realise that some people have an unusually high tolerance level for noise as becomes evident when they play their boom boxes so loudly as to cause pictures on the walls nearby to rattle. Either these people don’t care or they do not understand the agony that others who are sensitive to noise have to endure, or how infuriating and nerve racking it is to their neighbours who desire peace and quiet. There is no need to argue the case of why the authorities need to devise an effective strategy to deal with noise nuisance. It has to be done! The question is when, given their failures to do so up to now. I would like to challenge the lecturers and students of the University of Guyana to take this up as an academic study to lead the way in easing the suffering of the society.<br />
These things bother me, only because they are so many things that I love about Guyana.</p>
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<h2>THE AFC’S FREEDOM OF INFORMATION BILL 2006</h2>
<p>The deadline set by the President for the introduction of Freedom of Information legislation has expired, and there is no sign of any draft legislation on the horizon. Another promise has been broken. This time the international community has taken note because of the time and place that the promise was made at the 5th Summit of the Americas.<br />
Instead of giving us the truth, the PPP/C General Secretary, who has nothing to do with the Government’s legislative agenda, is claiming that the problem lies with an inefficient Attorney-General’s Chambers. This as we all know is balderdash. Not even a school child believes this to be the reason why the legislation has not been presented. In fact, we are now convinced that His Excellency, the President, finding himself cornered by his colleagues and the international press corps in Trinidad &amp; Tobago, made the statement to relieve the pressure from the AFC’s advertisement and the barrage of questions that were coming his way.</p>
<p>Nevertheless, despite the refusal by this government to strengthen our democracy, the AFC will continue to press ahead with the cause for Freedom of Information legislation because we believe that the failing democracy in Guyana needs legislation such as this to address corruption, mismanagement, and bad governance. No modern thinking politician and leader could have an objection to this legislation if the claim to governing for the benefit of the people is true. We urge the people of Guyana to support the necessity for this legislation.</p>
<p>Below, we set out some more aspects of the AFC’s Freedom of Information Bill that is presently before the National Assembly and awaiting approval.</p>
<p><strong>Clause 42-Preservation of Records</strong></p>
<p>(1) “A public authority shall maintain and preserve records in relation to its functions and a copy of all official documents which are created by it or which come at any time into its possession, custody or power.<br />
(2) A person who willfully destroys or damages a record or document required to be maintained and preserved under subsection (1), commits an offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine of five thousand dollars and imprisonment for six months.”</p>
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		<title>These children need your help</title>
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Andre Sandy, 7-yrs-old


Mark Sandy, 5-yrs-old


Anthony Sandy, 3-yrs-old


Andrew Sandy, 3-weeks-old

The publisher of this newspaper, Glenn Lall, after seeing the dilemma of the four children of Mary Sandy, decided to help with the burial of the woman. Mary Sandy died tragically by accident leaving behind four children aged seven, five, three and three weeks.
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<p class="wp-caption-text">Andre Sandy, 7-yrs-old</p>
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<p class="wp-caption-text">Mark Sandy, 5-yrs-old</p>
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<p class="wp-caption-text">Anthony Sandy, 3-yrs-old</p>
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<p class="wp-caption-text">Andrew Sandy, 3-weeks-old</p>
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<p>The publisher of this newspaper, Glenn Lall, after seeing the dilemma of the four children of Mary Sandy, decided to help with the burial of the woman. Mary Sandy died tragically by accident leaving behind four children aged seven, five, three and three weeks.</p>
<p>Kaieteur News has since started a fund because of calls from the wider society. We have so far raised in excess of $500,000.<br />
Your contribution, from wherever, would be gladly welcomed. The money would be going toward the future of these children.<br />
Please note that all contributors and their amount pledged would be publicly acknowledged.<br />
At the end of the fund, the money would be placed in a trust fund which would be managed by the publisher of this newspaper as was done in the case of the Lusignan Massacre.</p>
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		<title>MINISTERIAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND  RESPONSIBILITY</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2009 09:01:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Peter Ramsaroop</dc:creator>
		
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AFC Chairman
The Westminster democratic system of government, with whatever imperfections it may have, is still as good as any that can possibly be had. Difficulties and challenges will abound in any community of men as to how that community should be organized and ordered. Because men are not angels.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>By Khemraj Ramjattan<br />
AFC Chairman</strong><br />
The Westminster democratic system of government, with whatever imperfections it may have, is still as good as any that can possibly be had. Difficulties and challenges will abound in any community of men as to how that community should be organized and ordered. Because men are not angels.<br />
In a community which is heterogeneous and plural as Guyana, the challenges are multiplied. But in the end the realisation will dawn upon the discerning and right-thinking that the Westminster system of government is more preferable and desirable as against all other workable options available.<br />
Many of its critics turn a blind eye to one of its greatest hallmarks - the convention of individual ministerial responsibility. Much emphasis is given to periodic free and fair elections, the rule of law and fundamental human rights. And, rightly so. But in the absence of this convention of individual ministerial responsibility, the quality of our ‘Westminster’ democracy will remain substandard.</p>
<p>I had cause earlier to write about this in 2005 in a piece titled the “Shame is greater that the Exoneration” when President Jagdeo’s Cabinet decided unanimously that controversial Minister Gajraj resume duties at his Ministry after an investigation was carried out into what was then known as the “Gajraj Affair”.<br />
The convention of individual ministerial responsibility fixes blame on a Minister for all failure of policy and administration whether the Minister himself is at fault or not; and, harsh as it may sound, even if the failure resulted from departmental maladministration. A Minister must take praise for successes of his department, and blame for its failures.<br />
Moreover, a Minister is required to provide full and accurate information to Parliament; must behave himself with candour; and, must not mislead Parliament knowingly. This is in addition to not using public resources for his personal purposes.</p>
<p>What this important convention is directed towards is the observance by Government Ministers of the highest standards of constitutional propriety and personal conduct. Ministers are expected to be their own conscience. That is primarily why there is no policing mechanism created to oversee and penalize ministerial misconduct. But it is exactly why it is politically correct and mandatory for resignations to follow when it emerges that Ministers have been found errant of the standards this convention entails.<br />
I recall the incident where a man found himself in the Queen’s bedroom. The Mighty Sparrow made a famous calypso out of it. The U.K’s National Security Minister then in charge, duly and with a certain ring of honour and dignity, resigned because somebody had to be responsible. This was an extreme instance of individual ministerial responsibility, but it emphasizes what political culture must exist and subsist in a Westminster democratic tradition.</p>
<p>In England, Ministers largely live this tradition - over 65 Ministers resigned in the half century period [1945 to 1995] for cases ranging from sex scandals, financial mis-dealings, failure in office, national security scandals, and other major and minor misconduct in public office. Recently, the Gordon Brown Cabinet has been shaken by a number of such resignations.<br />
Our Ministers in Guyana love to live up the power and privileges side of a Westminster tradition. But they fail miserably to honour and to live up to the accountability and responsibility side. This deficit in the quality of our political leadership very often times is misapplied to assert a deficit in the Westminster system of government. This preposterous illogic has propelled some to call for the Westminster model’s replacement. Now if the pilots are no good, you do not start condemning the plane. What must happen is a vigorous call for a change of the pilots.</p>
<p>Recently in the National Assembly Minister Robert Persaud was caught red-handed breaching the standards so well known, that only full and accurate information must be provided, with candour, so that Parliamentarians are not misled. Somehow the matter never got the publicity it deserved in this newspaper. I only noticed a Sunday Kaieteur editorial chastising me for being a “cavilling M.P.” for criticising the Minister.<br />
Our Agriculture Minister was under serious scrutiny by members of the Economic Services Committee of Parliament on the 11th July, 2008 concerning the status quo of GuySuCo and its long term future. He painted a rather rosy picture of the sugar industry. Several weeks thereafter we were all floored when he announced a massive overhaul of the Board at GuySuCo.<br />
But that aside, there was another matter that now has enraged me totally. He was asked by me as to the availability of GuySuCo’s Business Plan. I understood his answers at the time to be that the Business Plan was not available because it was not finalized. I quote verbatim from Hansard:</p>
<p><strong>Ramjattan:</strong> Are we going to get these documents? They are so important that we get them!</p>
<p><strong>Persaud:</strong> No, the documents will be provided once we complete the various …..we are engaged in discussions with the EU and some other stakeholders in finalizing ….</p>
<p><strong>Ramjattan:</strong> How early?</p>
<p><strong>Persaud:</strong> I do not want to tell.</p>
<p><strong>Ramjattan:</strong> Give us a projection.</p>
<p><strong>Persaud:</strong> I would say some time in the last quarter of 2008”.</p>
<p>Yet when the bubble burst recently concerning the loss of over $1.6 B to GuySuCo as a result of the non-delivery of the Business Plan to the European Union by the March 2008 extended deadline, this same Minister in defence stated that the Business Plan was indeed completed and was in Cabinet as of March 2008 and was given to the EU as of June 2008. This, after the Minister had told us in the Economic Services Committee on 11th July 2008, when he was being questioned, that the Business Plan was not completed.</p>
<p>This Minister was not being truthful, frank or candid to us in the Economic Services Committee. He was bloody lying. His latter position was irreconcilable and contradictory to the one he shared with us in the Economic Services Committee. For this alone he should resign. The loss of that massive sum of $1.6 B under his stewardship in itself is a sufficient other ground. But he would not. In Guyana, under the present PPP regime, this kind of inefficiency may very well realize for this Minister a promotion to the Presidential candidacy for 2011.<br />
Goodness me… What have we come to?</p>
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		<title>Ramsaroop criticises IMF report</title>
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June 11, 2009 &#124; By knews &#124; Filed Under News 
…claims critical issues not addressed

 
Recently recruited Chief Executive Officer of the Alliance For Change, Peter Ramsaroop, yesterday slammed the recently released International Monetary Fund (IMF) report on Guyana.
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<div class="meta">June 11, 2009 | By <a title="Posts by knews" href="http://www.kaieteurnews.com/author/knews/"><strong><span style="color: #000000;">knews</span></strong></a> | Filed Under <a title="View all posts in News" rel="category tag" href="http://www.kaieteurnews.com/category/news/"><strong><span style="color: #000000;">News</span></strong></a> </div>
<h1>…claims critical issues not addressed</h1>
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<p align="justify">Recently recruited Chief Executive Officer of the Alliance For Change, Peter Ramsaroop, yesterday slammed the recently released International Monetary Fund (IMF) report on Guyana.</p>
<p align="justify">According to Ramsaroop, the unknown source that came to Guyana to prepare the report basically took the Finance Minister’s 2009 Budget presentation and “turned it into his report.”</p>
<p align="justify">The economist who has been recruited by the AFC said that what the IMF did not address was Guyana’s excessive tax system, the narcotics economy, development issues and job creation, among others.</p>
<p align="justify">He said that in the report was the 3.1 per cent economic growth, but refrained from what was the facts, that bauxite was down by seven per cent, “diamond was down…forestry was down.”</p>
<p align="justify">According to the AFC CEO, his party disagreed with the International Monetary Fund’s report calling for more data on how the body realized the report. According to Ramsaroop, the IMF also needs to address some other issues that did not form part of the report.</p>
<p align="justify">Leader of the party, Raphael Trotman, added that the IMF also should speak with the AFC given that when teams from financial institutions travel to Guyana they hold meetings with a selected few. “That is disappointing in that, there are other points of view that need to be heard and taken into account before preparing such reports.”</p>
<p align="justify">He also drew comparison to the IMF outlook as against the Economic Intelligence Unit’s on Guyana, which paints a completely different picture on what is taking place in the Guyana economy.</p>
<p align="justify">The party’s Vice Chairperson, Sheila Holder, who was also at the press briefing, took the opportunity to point out that there was no resident representative for the IMF in Guyana - who would be more hands on and au fait with the issues.</p>
<p align="justify">The IMF report for 2008 on Guyana had stated that despite external shocks and social pressures, macroeconomic stability was preserved in 2008.</p>
<p align="justify">The report pointed out that higher growth is projected for 2009, with a recovery in sugar output expected to offset a slowdown in the other sectors of the economy.</p>
<p align="justify">Guyana’s first quarter sugar production has already met a shortfall of some 6,000 tonnes.</p>
<p align="justify">The report also pointed out that lower oil import prices would compensate for a decline in commodity export prices in 2009, but locally, gasoline prices have recommenced a marginal upward trend forcing at least one minibus association to threaten an increase in fares.</p>
<p align="justify">The report did point out that Guyana still faces other significant challenges, including lower worker remittances in 2009 and preferential sugar export prices in the years ahead.</p>
<p align="justify">According to the report, its Executive Directors noted that, by implementing prudent fiscal and monetary policies, the Guyanese authorities had maintained macroeconomic stability in 2008, despite external shocks and social pressures.</p>
<p align="justify">Its directors observed that direct spillovers from the global financial crisis on the banking system have so far been limited and the banks remain well capitalized and profitable, and the financial system is sound</p>
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		<title>AFC announces alliance with Peter Ramsaroop</title>
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AFC announces alliance with Peter Ramsaroop
 
The Alliance for Change yesterday officially announced the expansion of its management team through partnership with Peter Ramsaroop and Vision Guyana. Vision Guyana’s Chairman, Peter Ramsaroop, who will be functioning, in an unpaid capacity, a senior executive position as the party’s Chief Executive Officer. 
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">AFC announces alliance with Peter Ramsaroop</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">The Alliance for Change yesterday officially announced the expansion of its management team through partnership with Peter Ramsaroop and Vision Guyana. Vision Guyana’s Chairman, Peter Ramsaroop, who will be functioning, in an unpaid capacity, a senior executive position as the party’s Chief Executive Officer. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">The CEO’s focus will be expanding the reach of the AFC and implementing strategies on economics, finance and marketing.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">AFC Leader Raphael Trotman commenting on the addition said, “The AFC is proud to welcome Peter Ramsaroop on board as it expands its outreach to Guyanese here and abroad in its quest to change and transform the political culture of Guyana so that the dream of a strong, united and prosperous Guyana can be realised.”</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop commented: “I am extremely delighted to join the AFC’s management team and I am looking forward to bringing my knowledge and experience to the AFC which has been leading the way to effect meaningful changes to Guyana’s political culture.”</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Chairman of the party Khemraj Ramjattan had earlier hinted of the alliance </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">According to Ramsaroop he is excited to be part of a growing organization that has made a mark on Guyana by achieving significant results as a political party in Guyana.<span style="yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He noted also that the AFC have stuck to its message and Guyanese both local and overseas view the party as the major opposition party despite the fact that it does not have the necessary parliamentary seats to claim that status.<span style="yes;">   </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">“I am glad the AFC has stepped into the role as a strong and viable opposition party.”<span style="yes;">   </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop said that the party has become the watch dog for Guyana and continuously demonstrates its ability to step into government if given a chance by the people.<span style="yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He added that the Peoples Progressive Party government has moved towards dictatorship in all sectors and that, “we must bind together to ensure Guyana do not once again fall into this trap.” </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">His contributions to Guyana have been noted specifically in his social contributions to the needy and to the young generation.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop has been known for forging alliances in politics over the last few years and believes in coming together to make Guyana a better place for all.<span style="yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He opined that his experience on economic reforms will aid the AFC in developing strategies for improving the lives of all Guyanese.<span style="yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop said that the AFC is well recognized around Guyana and around the world and will work with the leadership to expand its reach in any capacity they see fit.<span style="yes;">   </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">AFC Chairman Khemraj Ramjattan had indicated earlier that the party was seeking to have alliances with a variety of personalities and organizations and, “Indeed Peter has been approached.”</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He indicated that the party was still working out the arrangements for forging a closely-knit relationship.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">“The Alliance For Change wants to admit those that we feel have our values and standards and will uphold our line and positions in relations to matters of policy,” said Ramjattan.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He added that Ramsaroop has illustrated that concern of wanting to join the party, which has already illustrated its eagerness to forge alliances. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop who holds an MBA in Economics and Technology from the University of Missouri, has held senior leadership roles in large businesses and is a US Military War Veteran.<span style="yes;">  </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He has been involved in the politics in Guyana since the 1990s and is currently serving as the Chairman and CEO of Roopgroup based in Guyana. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He also leads a non-profit social and political organisation named Vision Guyana.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop has also authored many books on Guyana and his strategy for developing the country among other </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">In 2006, Ramsaroop co-authored a South American Publication with leaders such as President Michelle Bachelet of Chile, President Evo Morales of Boliva, among other South American leaders.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">According to Roop Group&#8217;s website, Ramsaroop has served previously as Chairman/Founder of ‘Evolvent’ a leading Cyber Security and Technology Company in Washington DC. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He also served as Chief Executive Officer of Infonomic Solutions and Chairman/Founder of Health CPR Technologies. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop was Controller and Chief Information Officer (CIO) of Ultra Link, Inc., an Allianz AG company (NYSE:AZ) company, and as Practice Director and CIO, First Consulting Group (NASDAQ: FCGI) </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop served in the US Armed Services and his assignments included duty in Europe during the Cold War, Staff assignments at Headquarters US Air Force (Pentagon) and he also served in Operation Desert Storm and Shield in South West Asia. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">Ramsaroop is the recipient of the Kuwait Liberation Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the AF Commendation Medal and the Air Force Achievement Medal for service during the war. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="0in 0in 0pt;"><span style="EN-US;">He has also served in the Guyana National Service Cadet Corp and credits early leadership training to this.</span></p>
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		<title>Time to Move Forward</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2009 09:04:36 +0000</pubDate>
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Chairman, Vision Guyana
INTRODUCTION:
President Jagdeo said last week that Guyana cannot claim to be a democracy and not have held Local Government Elections after so many years. What is actually funny about this statement is that the PPP has been in power since 1992 and the last time we had local elections was [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Peter R. Ramsaroop, MBA<br />
Chairman, Vision Guyana</strong></p>
<p><strong>INTRODUCTION:</strong><br />
President Jagdeo said last week that Guyana cannot claim to be a democracy and not have held Local Government Elections after so many years. What is actually funny about this statement is that the PPP has been in power since 1992 and the last time we had local elections was in 1994.<br />
For the President to finally acknowledge what many of us have been saying that Guyana is not a viable democracy is admirable. He has finally realized that local elections must be held and it is our hope that after fifteen years all the checks and balances will be in place. The electoral list must be in order and verified prior to any elections. The PPP is in government so blaming anyone else for this failure is unacceptable. Prior to any local elections, radio broadcast licenses must be open up in order for a fair playing field.<br />
The blatant disregard for diplomacy when it comes to the British Aid on Security Reform is appalling. We have a run away government that has never gotten a handle on how to govern our nation.</p>
<p><strong>THE MUST VOTE IN FUTURE ELECTIONS: A BLUEPRINT FOR VOTERS</strong><br />
Choosing competent leaders has never been a strong attribute for us Guyanese. We have the best of intentions, yet something always seems to obstruct our view of the most qualified candidates until it is too late. We also have a bad habit of getting caught up in the hype of the moment every time a politician plays the race card. It is all such a blur sometimes and one can barely decipher whether we are being lethargic or just hoodwinked. Either way, no one is to blame but us.<br />
Just for fun, shall we do a test? Which leader would you choose: Machiavelli with his heavy hand and harsh words for those whom he leads? Or Plato’s Philosopher King who seeks knowledge and rules with paternalistic concern over his subjects? The most obvious answer would be Plato’s version of a kindly King, of course.<br />
President Jagdeo wrote in a paper on Deforestation ”I hope that those who read this paper will see it for what it is – a sincere attempt to reconcile the interests of countries such as mine and “ those of the wider world.” Guyana is ours not the President’s and the use of the “I” must give way to “our”.</p>
<p><strong>CHOOSING THE RIGHT ANSWER FOR GUYANA</strong><br />
It is now necessary to remind we the people of Guyana of one very important point – if the people do not choose competent leaders, they will likely end up with what we have today.<br />
In Guyana, we are complacent with our vote and apathetic concerning our freedom. Because we are weary of the death and violence, we are docile in regards to politics to the point that our very independence is at risk. We would rather relinquish our independence than act upon our responsibilities as informed voters of a free and democratic country. Heaven forbid!<br />
What are the guidelines by which the people should consider any leader worthy of a vote? Such guidelines differ from person to person, though there are some mainstays, a blueprint, if you will, that almost every well-informed voter employs.</p>
<p>Here is a set of leadership qualities to consider when deciding who will get your vote:<br />
• Competency is a must in leadership. Everyone makes mistakes, but when it comes to running a nation, it is vital to choose those who have demonstrated a clear ability to get the job done. Mistakes in government can have a long-standing impact on thousands of people. Guyana simply cannot afford any more of these kinds of mistakes.<br />
• Diplomacy is standard practice. Choose only leaders who are capable of being diplomatic and willing to work with others to accomplish the greatest good for all interested parties.<br />
• A good leader has proven himself/herself in the community. Whether it is through business, academia or community service - a good leader has a proven track record for being trustworthy and accessible.<br />
• A good leader knows he/she is a servant of the people. Humility is a quality not often wont in politicians, but good leaders have it in abundance.</p>
<p><strong>CONCLUSION:</strong><br />
We do need to have local elections and elect the right candidates to help our communities become economic zones. This is a chance for all of us to localize our thinking but with a national view in mind.<br />
Thinking of the next government you want will dictate how you vote for your local leaders. We have to find ways to move our nation forward. Guyana is owned by all of us and together we will and must work with each other on the blueprint of a prosperous nation.<br />
For the British Government to give us over one Billion dollars for security reform and for those in the PPP Administration to ditch recommendations from a developed country just put our nation one step backwards. <strong>Until next time “Roop”.<br />
Send comments to: peter.ramsaroop@gmail.com </strong></p>
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		<title>AFC announces Peter Ramsaroop as newest member of management team</title>
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May 28, 2009
For Immediate Release to All Media Houses
AFC announces Peter Ramsaroop as newest member of management team
 
Georgetown, Guyana – Thursday May 28, 2009 - The Alliance for Change is pleased to announce the expansion of its management team through [...]]]></description>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">May 28, 2009</span></p>
<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">For Immediate Release to All Media Houses</span></p>
<p align="center"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">AFC announces Peter Ramsaroop as newest member of management team</span></strong></span></p>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;"><strong>Georgetown, Guyana – Thursday May 28, 2009</strong> - The Alliance for Change is pleased to announce the expansion of its management team through partnership with Peter Ramsaroop and Vision Guyana. Vision Guyana’s Chairman, Peter Ramsaroop, will be functioning, in an unpaid capacity, as senior executive position as the party’s Chief Executive Officer. The CEO’s focus will be expanding the reach of the AFC and implementing strategies on economics, finance and marketing.</span></p>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">AFC Leader Raphael Trotman commented: “The AFC is proud to welcome Peter Ramsaroop on board as it expands its outreach to Guyanese here and abroad in its quest to change and transform the political culture of Guyana so that the dream of a strong, united and prosperous Guyana can be realised.”</span></p>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">Ramsaroop commented: “I am extremely delighted to join the AFC’s management team and I am looking forward to bringing my knowledge and experience to the AFC which has been leading the way to effect meaningful changes to Guyana’s political culture.”</span></p>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">Mr. Ramsaroop is no stranger to change in Guyana.  From his initial return to the country in 1999 after a highly successful career in business in the United States of America, his focus has been on creating an environment for a better Guyana.  His knowledge and experience at all levels of the body politic and business background makes him an asset to the AFC and all Guyana.</span></p>
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<p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small; font-family: Arial;">The Party will continue to engage and reach out to all Guyanese everywhere who share a similar vision, with a view to forging strong and long lasting relationships and alliances for a better Guyana.</span></p>
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		<title>Alternative energy – Fuel on the rise again</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2009 09:01:37 +0000</pubDate>
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Chairman, Vision Guyana
INTRODUCTION:
Recognition is given to those who have done remarkable or outstanding work. Our President is getting recognition for something about our nation’s forest. None of us are aware of what really is the big deal. Our forests are being cut down by big companies, while concessions are taken away from [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Peter R. Ramsaroop, MBA<br />
Chairman, Vision Guyana</strong></p>
<p><strong>INTRODUCTION:</strong><br />
Recognition is given to those who have done remarkable or outstanding work. Our President is getting recognition for something about our nation’s forest. None of us are aware of what really is the big deal. Our forests are being cut down by big companies, while concessions are taken away from our local loggers. Many have breached the laws in logging, but as always no criminal charges are filed. So tell me again, why we should be getting any pat on the back for forest conservation.<br />
I always contend that if the President would stay home and put that much time into Guyana’s economics we may see improvements. One of the most important programs to focus on is solving our energy problem. We have written a policy blueprint that is available for use. (See Blueprint – Energy and Environment Nov 28th 2008, KN, for a summary)</p>
<p>The PPP Administration has failed miserably in developing a viable energy program for our nation. We all pay the price everyday with the high cost of electricity and fuel prices. One would think that this program would be given higher priority than the President running around the world talking about Carbon Credits. Fuel prices are on the rise again and other countries have started programs to ensure more efficiency and we are yet to create a sustainable energy policy.<br />
In April, the GCCI President called for investments in alternative energy. He added that the private sector needs to focus on how they will work with the politicians in getting their ideas adopted and changed. Why are the politicians so behind the times in listening to the private sector? There should be a requirement and job descriptions for politicians.</p>
<p>Just 90 days ago, the price of oil was at $35 a barrel. Over the last few days, it has been hovering at around $62 a barrel. That’s about a 77% price increase from its low!<br />
Although not an immediate price indicator, the barrel price for oil certainly affects fuel pump price trends in the long run. The trend is clear. After a short period of falling fuel pump prices, actions like OPEC’s decision in March to begin reducing oil production are starting to put pressure on the world crude oil prices. At the same time, demand for oil from China, the world’s second-largest consumer of energy, has been increasing steadily with a 14% jump in crude oil imports in the month of April. Do you remember last year when it cost $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000 to fill up your tank? Talk about robbing your wallet! And we all know that with the recession, it’s already empty. So prepare yourself.</p>
<p><strong>WIND POWER:</strong><br />
This is one area where one would believe that we would have created a strong public/private sector partnership given our coastal plains and wind activity. Windmills may have been around for almost 1500 years, but it was not imagined that wind power would become affordable enough to compete with fossil fuels. Indeed it has. In fact, many utility services around the world offer wind-generated electricity at a much lower premium.</p>
<p>This is in contrast to hydro power which because of our water seemed the way to go. Hydro power is expensive to get off the ground. This week the folks from the Amaila Falls Project are once again trying to revive the endeavour. It will be 5-10 years to see the result - if it was to ever get off the ground.<br />
We have the ability for Wind Power off shore. This will be the next major step for this technology and will result in a dramatic increase in decentralized electricity generation. Offshore wind has the potential to deliver substantial quantities of energy at a price that is cheaper than most of the other renewable energies, as wind speeds are generally higher offshore than on land. The bottom line is that this must be one of our immediate energy policy initiatives. We can’t handle another rise again in fuel prices. We should be further along than just policy. What really does this PPP administration do for a living?</p>
<p><strong>GREEN TECHNOLOGY:</strong><br />
I did an interview last week for this paper that alluded to Hybrid Fuel Technology. I strongly believe that applying Green Technology is a smart way to stop the oil companies from robbing your wallet. One company that captured my attention is Bluwave Hybrid (www.bluwavehybrid.com).<br />
A small start-up in Ohio, their products provide up to a 38% savings in fuel. They do not have all the answers for all vehicles just yet, but for sure they can fix many of our fuel heartaches. The BluWave Hybrid product is suitable for all diesel transportation vehicles, farming machinery, marine engines, or even power generators or gensets.</p>
<p>Every engine may have different fuel consumption rates, but the way I look at it, using such a marvel gives, for example, a diesel price of about G$190/gallon.<br />
We’ve been talking about all the benefits of fuel savings, but for those environmentalists out there, this will put a smile on your face: This technology also reduces harmful emissions upwards to 60% or more, which means the next generation can have a chance to breathe cleaner air as well. These products should be allowed in duty free.</p>
<p><strong>CONCLUSION:</strong><br />
President Obama this week proposed a new fuel economy plan which will require passenger cars and light trucks to get an overall average of 35.5 miles per gallon by 2016. By that year, cars will be expected to average about 39 mpg and trucks would be required to get 30 mpg. We need to stop importing old cars from Japan and start getting some of these newer models in. We will be able to afford them if the government stops taxing us double duty on these cars.<br />
At the end of the day we need a comprehensive energy plan that involves benefits to us, the citizens. We are jealous of other governments doing things for their people while our leaders travel around the world preaching about what other people should do. Until next time: “Roop”.</p>
<p><em><strong>Send comments to peter.ramsaroop@gmail.com or www.visionguyana.com</strong></em></p>
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One such alternative is the hybrid vehicle.
A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to move it. The term most commonly refers to hybrid electric vehicles [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Rising oil prices plagued the global economy for a great part of last year and many alternatives were examined as a means of relief.<br />
One such alternative is the hybrid vehicle.<br />
A hybrid vehicle is a vehicle that uses two or more distinct power sources to move it. The term most commonly refers to hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), which combine an internal combustion engine and one or more electric motors.</p>
<div class="wp-caption alignright" style="160px"><a href="http://www.kaieteurnews.com/images/2009/05/peter-ramsaroop-newpic.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-34780" src="http://www.kaieteurnews.com/images/2009/05/peter-ramsaroop-newpic.jpg" alt="Peter Ramsaroop" width="150" height="254" /></a></div>
<p class="wp-caption-text">Peter Ramsaroop</p>
<p>Discussing this technology, Chairman of Vision and vocal advocate for alternative energy solutions, Peter Ramsaroop, says that persons can easily switch their current car or truck into an eco-friendly hybrid with a converter kit.<br />
According to him, not only is this solution better for the environment, but it can also help with rising fuel prices.<br />
The kits, he added, are very effective and they make use of the technology known as hydrogen fuel injection or HFI.<br />
“By adding a kit to your car you can save up to 38% on your fuel prices.  You also get the environmental advantage of cutting back on car emissions by as much as 70 percent, Ramsaroop asserted.<br />
He pointed out that the HFI process not only works with gasoline cars but it can work with any car that uses fossil fuel.<br />
According to him, it can also be used on clean (mixed) fuel cars such as those that run on bio-fuel and is particularly effective on diesel engines.<br />
“The main effect is that the hydrogen alters the chemical process that happens during combustion.  It changes the time when the heat energy is released, which can lead to better fuel efficiency, cuts down on your emissions, gives you better horsepower and even saves you money on your car’s maintenance.”<br />
Ramsaroop also stated that the key difference between HFI and hydrogen fuel cells is in where the hydrogen comes from and how the hydrogen is used in the engine.<br />
Hybrid converters, he said, make use of hydrogen generated on demand as a clean fuel additive to your fossil fuel driven engine whereas hydrogen fuel cells use hydrogen fuel stored on-board to generate electricity that drives the car.<br />
“The converter kit uses distilled water and a special additive that enables an electrolysis process to take place that makes it a ‘converter’.  A separate solution tank is filled with distilled water and connected to the converter.”<br />
He added that in the electrolysis chamber inside the converter, oxygen and hydrogen gas are created.<br />
The two separate gases then flow back into the solution tank and out where they are drawn into the air intake system of your car’s engine.<br />
There the gases enter the engine combustion chamber, mix with the fossil fuel, and improve the car’s performance and because the fossil fuel burns more completely, you virtually eliminate harmful emissions.<br />
“It’s all about the cost and about reusing what you already have to reduce environmental impact. Why spend tens of thousands of dollars on a new hybrid car or truck when you can spend a fraction of that and turn your current car or truck into a hybrid vehicle? Why get rid of a perfectly good vehicle and buy something new if there is no need to do so. Recycling is great, but reuse of functional items is the best conservation going.”<br />
Ramsaroop noted that he has found converter kits manufactured by BluWave Hybrid to be both reliable and provide the gas savings and emissions reduction.<br />
“The nice thing about the BluWave Hybrid kits is that they’ve been perfecting the installation part for some time. You don’t have to alter much of anything in your vehicle.”<br />
He stated that if people have a little mechanical savvy they could easily install the kit themselves.<br />
“The only thing that you will have to remember is to fill your solution tank whenever you fill up your fuel tank so that the system continues to function properly…You don’t have to do very big things to have a positive impact on the environment and your budget. Little bits like converting your car to hybrid can help so much.”</p>
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