According to reports from local sources, the United States Embassy in Georgetown is exerting pressure on the Guyanese administration to authorize an additional payment of US$102 million to the contractor Lindsayca. This firm is currently responsible for the Gas-to-Energy project located in Wales, which has faced significant completion delays. The request for extra funding emerges while the nation continues to face high operational expenses, specifically regarding the rental of power ships intended to stabilize the local electricity supply. The government has not yet issued a formal response regarding this potential budget adjustment for the infrastructure initiative, which remains a critical component of the country's energy strategy despite the ongoing setbacks and financial implications for the state.
Source : Kaieteur News
