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Guyana’s Trade Talks with Caricom | Guyana News
Guyana’s government and private sector leaders locked horns over critical trade issues that could reshape local manufacturing — from sugar refineries to glass bottles and paint tariffs. With a new $20M sugar plant set to launch next year, businesses are pushing back on regional sugar supply gaps and calling for tariff waivers. Glassmakers warned a proposed 15% import tax could cripple their operations and favor just one player — a concern the Ministry now seems to take seriously. Meanwhile, Guyana backed off Caricom’s planned 35% paint tariff, citing supply and pricing woes. Both sides…
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