Keith Bernard
Keith Bernard is an advocate for anti-corruption measures and has recently been in the news for expressing deep concerns over President Trump's executive order to suspend the enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), emphasizing the detrimental impact this decision could have on global efforts to combat corruption, particularly in countries like Guyana.
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Keith Bernard expresses a desire to hear the frank exchanges between the leaders of Guyana, Trinidad and Tobago, and the United States.
I would give much to hear the frank exchanges between leaders of Guyana, T&T and US
Guyana· 2026-03-04Keith Bernard discusses the implications of the Government of Guyana's debt to Stabroek News in relation to regional trade law.
Government of Guyana’s debt to Stabroek News may violate Caribbean Single Market and Economy regional trade lawGuyana· 2026-02-28Keith Bernard is the author of the letter expressing concerns about the security situation in Trinidad and Tobago.
Did T&T’s PM turn to US for domestic security support signal the final collapse of her nation’s security apparatus?Guyana· 2026-02-27
Keith Bernard emphasizes the need for a structured Deportation and Reintegration Fund to support returning nationals in Guyana.
CARICOM must establish a structured Deportation and Reintegration FundGuyana· 2026-02-25Keith Bernard advocates for the government to settle its debt with Stabroek News.
Government should simply settle its outstanding debt with Stabroek NewsGuyana· 2026-02-20Keith Bernard is the author of the letter expressing concerns about Saudi Arabia's influence on Guyana.
That Saudi Arabia has not met the basic threshold for upholding human rights must surely be of concern to the President of GuyanaGuyana· 2026-02-19
Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the opposition's proposals to right-size the sugar industry and its impact on the rum industry.
‘Right-sizing’ sugar will have impact on rum industryGuyana· 2026-02-15Keith Bernard expresses concern over the closure of the Stabroek News and its impact on journalism in Guyana.
A paper like this is not easily replacedGuyana· 2026-02-14Keith Bernard is the author of the letter addressing the situation regarding the SOCU searches.
Foundation for this SOCU search must be built on factsGuyana· 2026-02-13
Keith Bernard is the author of the letter expressing his views on the budget debate and the actions of Azruddin Mohamed.
2026 Budget deserves a serious opposition, not disgruntled investor seeking refundGuyana· 2026-02-10Keith Bernard is the author of the letter urging for the strengthening of the Guyana Defence Force.
Treat Guyana Defence Force’s build up modeling as a matter of urgencyGuyana· 2026-02-07
Keith Bernard comments on the budget debate currently unfolding in the National Assembly.
Budget 2026 crafters use of GDP numbers is a masterclass in statistical imagery which created an illusion of a nationwide windfallGuyana· 2026-02-06Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the 2026 Budget and its impact on the economy of Guyana.
Prevent oil wealth from being vaporized by cost-of-living crisisGuyana· 2026-02-01Keith Bernard discusses the implications of Guyana's cash grant initiative on economic equity.
True equity in cash grant requires more than equal distributionGuyana· 2026-01-30Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the 2026 Budget's focus on development rather than immediate relief for citizens.
This is not a people-first budgetGuyana· 2026-01-28Keith Bernard expresses concerns about Guyana's Budget 2026 in relation to the World Bank's economic outlook.
Government would do well to align its Budget 2026 with the World Bank’s 2026 global outlookGuyana· 2026-01-24Keith Bernard expresses concern over the accountability of political figures in his letter to the editor.
Accountability is not about political affiliation, it is about standardsGuyana· 2026-01-16Keith Bernard emphasizes the importance of census findings for targeted economic policy in Guyana.
Census findings should serve as a foundation for targeted economic policyGuyana· 2026-01-14Keith Bernard expresses concern over the delay in selecting a Leader of the Opposition in Guyana.
Guyanese should not have to wait indefinitely for a Leader of the Opposition to be chosenGuyana· 2026-01-12Keith Bernard emphasizes the importance of skills transfer to Guyanese employees in his review of Massy Group's operations.
Our pivotal role in Massy’s earnings must lead to upskilling of GuyaneseGuyana· 2025-12-24Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the impact of cash grants on Guyana's economy.
Cash grants can prioritize consumption over productivityGuyana· 2025-12-17Keith Bernard expresses hope for improved relations between Guyana and Grenada through the establishment of a consulate.
Grenada’s consulate should heal the wounds of hostility once felt by fleeing Guyanese migrantsGuyana· 2025-12-13Keith Bernard wrote a letter to the editor discussing the PSC's relationship with the government and its election report.
PSC’s glowing elections assessment seemed curiously out of tune with the broader pictureGuyana· 2025-12-12Keith Bernard expresses concern over the chronic flooding issues in Guyana and calls for better leadership and investment in flood mitigation.
We cannot continue to accept flooding as unavoidable part of lifeGuyana· 2025-12-07Keith Bernard expresses concerns about illegal vending in Georgetown and advocates for better management and support for vendors.
Vending requires consistent, transparent enforcement by City Hall, central governmentGuyana· 2025-12-06Keith Bernard expresses disappointment with the EU’s Final Report on the 2025 elections in Guyana.
A notable omission in the EU’s Final Report is its failure to address critical deficiencies in our democratic processGuyana· 2025-11-23Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the EU EOM Final Report on the 2025 General and Regional Elections.
Effective observer report should provide deeper insight, not merely restate familiar problemsGuyana· 2025-11-20Keith Bernard discusses the importance of having a Leader of the Opposition in Guyana's Parliament.
Absence of an Opposition Leader diminishes usGuyana· 2025-11-05Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the implications of Chancellor Cummings's sudden retirement.
Justice Cummings’ abrupt departure risks deepening public concern about transparency and institutional orderGuyana· 2025-10-26
Keith Bernard expresses concerns about the environmental and traffic risks associated with the Château Margot Mall.
The traffic and environmental risks that could envelope the Chateau Margot MallGuyana· 2025-10-19