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Minister of Natural Resources Robert Persaud has revealed that gold declaration so far for the year has seen a 33% increase as compared to the same period last year.The Minister made the announcement on Thursday evening during an award ceremony which was held in collaboration with the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC). Persaud also proclaimed that there has also been a 22% increase in what they had projected so far for this year. This was despite the minor setback during the blockades in Linden.Minister Persaud also used the opportunity to laud the efforts of all miners in the gold and diamond industry, all of whom have made sterling contribution towards Guyana economy.Large scale miner Chunilall Baboolall receives an award for his gold production from Minister Persaud’s wife,Houston Astros Carlos Beltran Jersey, Kamini.“Tonight we are recognizing our miners,Drew Stubbs Jersey, those who have performed and excelled in terms of production, and those who do so in keeping with our laws and regulations.”He added that it is also important to recognize the efforts of those who provide employment and those who offer services,Tyler Clippard Jersey, and noted that other than the miners who were awarded,Oakland Athletics Trevor Plouffe Jersey, there are others who have done well and continue to do so.Persaud also sought to “clear several misconceptions” about the mining sector. “Some persons have the impression that there are no regulations within the sector, but this is far from the truth.” He lauded the efforts of the Guyana Geology and Mines Commission while admitting that there are some areas in which more can be done.The ceremony saw awards in several categories including best practices and highest production among others. Among the awardees were Alfro Alphonso,Tommy Hunter Jersey, Chunilall Baboolall,Tampa Bay Rays Tommy Hunter Jersey, former Commissioner of GGMC,Matt Holliday Jersey, William Woolford,Scott Feldman Jersey, Works Minister Robeson Benn,Tampa Bay Rays Colby Rasmus Jersey, Major General Rtd. Joe Singh and Prime Minister Samuel Hinds. The Minister of Amerindian Affairs was also presented with royalties from operators who worked in Amerindian settlements. |
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