CAL agrees to include Guyanese craft in duty-free shops – ministry

This agreement was reached on Saturday, following discussions held at State House by President  Donald Ramotar; Tourism, Industry and Commerce Minister, Irfaan Ali; Transport and Hydraulics Minister Robeson Benn and Caribbean Airlines Executives, a release from the Ministry said.

The Trinidadian team travelled to Guyana on Saturday to hold talks on accommodating passengers from the suspended EZjet service.

“We are seeking to collaborate with CAL in several areas including the advancement of small business development as we continue to create economic opportunities.

These are all measures to ensure that the local craft producers and businesses are able connect with the appropriate markets,” Ali told GINA. “(The ministry) will collaborate with our existing partner Caribbean Airlines Limited to facilitate practical and sustainable solutions to meet the impact anticipated as a result of the challenges presented by EZjet’s closure during this undoubtedly difficult time.

The ministry will also collaborate with the Ministry of Public Works to ensure that stern action is taken against EZjet in the protecting the interest of the consumer,” the release stated.