Persaud leaves door open for presidential run

Robert Persaud

‘I remain a loyal and faithful servant of the people, my party and willing [to] serve in whatever capacity the people, our party and government so desire’

Agriculture Minister Robert Persaud yesterday expressed his willingness to serve in any capacity desired by the PPP, appearing to leave the door open to join the race to be the presidential candidate for the party.

Reports surfaced recently of a likely nomination for Persaud to the contest and in his statement he did not deny that he would accept, if nominated. “I remain committed to the goal of continued peace, progress and prosperity