Christopher Ram
Christopher Ram is a respected Guyanese lawyer, accountant, and commentator known for his insights into economic and financial issues in the Caribbean. He has been an outspoken advocate for transparency and accountability in governance, often highlighting the challenges faced by developing economies in the region, particularly in relation to trade and taxation policies. In his recent commentary, Ram discusses the implications of U.S. President Donald Trump's trade policies on Caribbean economies, emphasizing the potential devastation to traditional export sectors and the importance of the Value-Added Tax system for government revenues.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Guyana | 2 | 5.50 | 0.35% | +50% | 786,552 | 4,111 | $6,000 | 31$ |
| Totals | 2 | 786,552 | 4,111 | $6,000 | 31$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Guyana:
This column supports President Irfaan Ali’s call in St. Kitts for the removal of artificial barriers to trade.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram has described the state-owned Guyana Sugar Corporation as effectively using the state as an ATM.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram provides a business and economic commentary on the state of GuySuCo.
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Guyana:
Chartered accountant Christopher Ram has alleged that the Government has granted ExxonMobil a second force majeure under the 2016 Stabroek Production Sharing Agreement.
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Guyana:
Commentator Christopher Ram has queried why the government is proposing to purchase the Berbice Bridge.
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Guyana:
Business & Economic Commentary by Christopher Ram.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram’s reminder highlights a foundational lack of democratic legitimacy regarding the current Auditor General's appointment.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram expresses his opinion that the law allows publication of the report, subject only to limited redaction.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram has raised concerns about the independence of Guyana’s audit office and the integrity of its oversight systems.
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Guyana:
Christopher Ram signed off the letter addressing the issue of the Speaker's interruption.
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