Opinion
Land ownership, use and some distribution considerations
Several weeks ago I started a series of columns on the ethnic security dilemmas (ESDs). I also briefly reviewed Minister Carl Greenidge’s book on land settlements, and discussed the issues of income and wealth (asset) distribution. All these issues are connected. Before I close the series, I want to share some findings on land ownership…
Energy Dept. taking incorrect stance on important issues- Should be focused on renegotiation of oil contracts, etc – Dr. Mangal
The Department of Energy (DoE) has made it pellucid on several occasions that it will not be pursuing the renegotiation of the Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) with ExxonMobil’s partners, Hess and CNOOC, as well as its subsidiary, Esso Exploration and Production Guyana Limited (EEPGL).It has also expressed that it is unconcerned with the fact that…
Don’t approve Liza Phase Two Permit until all issues are resolved–Dr. Jan Mangal
Oil and Gas Consultant, Dr. Jan Mangal, is of the firm view that the Environmental Permit for the Liza Phase Two project should not be approved until a long list of issues has been resolved.These include the need for all oil companies to have internationally recognized insurance policies and for the industry to be governed…
Jagdeo and cohorts should be kept far away from Guyana’s oil – Dr. Mangal
“Anyone who has a track record that is ethically compromised should be kept far away from Guyana’s oil future. As such, I see Opposition Leader, Bharrat Jagdeo, and his cohorts as great risks to the nation’s oil industry. They should be kept at bay.” These were the words of Oil and Gas Consultant, Dr. Jan…
Guyana Oil & Gas – The Opportunities and the Risks
Guyana Petroleum Summit Marriott Marquis, Houston, TX You may want to turn on CC (Close Caption) if your audio is playing low.
Govt. not prepared to work hard for what Guyana deserves … Comfortable collecting crumbs from ExxonMobil – Petroleum Consultant
From all indications, it is quite clear that the Coalition Administration is still too focused on painting a rosy picture regarding the preparations for oil as opposed to addressing numerous difficult issues to secure Guyana’s future.Making this statement yesterday during an interview with Kaieteur News was Oil and Gas Consultant, Dr. Jan Mangal.His comments followed…
Query raised over sole bidder for oil governance project
Former government Petroleum Advisor Jan Mangal has questioned the operations of the firm that put in the lone bid for a component of the US$20 million World Bank-funded Guyana Petroleum Resources and Governance Management (GPRGM) project. Two weeks ago, international consultancy firm on oil and gas, Bayphase of the United Kingdom tendered a US$281,000 bid…
Important case hearing on Monday – we need your help!
Dear Friends and Supporters, Much has happened in the last few months! In October, the Acting Chief Justice ordered the three oil companies to be joined to the action. The good news is that they may not recover any costs against the litigant Mr Gaskin. Our lawyers have since put in the affidavits in reply…
Guyana should not hire companies over which Exxon has significant influence
While the Government may be eager to hire international firms to provide much needed advice and expertise on managing the nascent oil sector, it must still exercise extreme caution. This is according to Oil and Gas Consultant and former Advisor to the Government, Dr. Jan Mangal.In fact, the Petroleum Consultant stressed that Guyana should not…