The People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) says it remains convinced that if there is continuous political dialogue and stakeholders can reach consensus on addressing issues such as the narco-trade and ensuing social problems, there can be real development.
The party said as the nation celebrates its 42nd Independence anniversary it is “definitely showing signs of regression and all Guyanese, who love their country, must pause and ponder over what must be done, as a matter of urgency….” In a press release the PNCR said there can be no doubt that the political climate has deteriorated as a result of the lack of continuous political dialogue and “earnest attempts to implement decisions flowing from whatever limited dialogue there has been.”
The party said too the economic growth which was evident when it left office in 1992 has run its course; the judiciary is under threat and so is freedom of expression. It also said “Major social problems have emerged as a result of the insidious drug culture which has fuelled the trade in arms to the bitter cost of this nation.”
The party said the public record shows that it has recommended implementing the Symonds Report and the Disciplined Forces Commission Report so that security forces can meaningfully tackle crime and bring it under control.
The party says real development can only take place if stakeholders agree on addressing these issues and subsequent Independence celebrations can occur without being overshadowed by “such menacing and deep seated problems.”
The party said Guyana’s problems are not insuperable and they can be overcome by an appropriate system of governance.
