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Region Three (Essequibo Islands–West Demerara) is rapidly transforming into Guyana’s new industrial hub, driven by strategic investments and visionary planning from the Government of Guyana. With over US$1 billion in combined public and private investment already mobilized, the region is a shining example of the administration’s goal to decentralize development and ensure national prosperity for all citizens (DPI).
At the core of this transformation is the development of the Port of Vreed-en-Hoop, which includes an offshore support base and fabrication yard that will directly service the oil and gas sector. This facility is expected to reduce shipping costs and create hundreds of new jobs while stimulating downstream industrial activity (DPI).
The region is also benefiting from major infrastructure upgrades. A G$15.1 billion four-lane highway is under construction from Schoonord to Crane, aimed at improving mobility, logistics, and regional connectivity (News Room). In addition, 74 new roads valued at G$1.3 billion are being developed across key communities like La Parfaite Harmonie and West Minster, fulfilling commitments to enhance local infrastructure (Kaieteur News).
Region Three is central to the Government’s flagship Gas-to-Energy project, which will halve electricity costs, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and support the production of natural gas liquids for domestic use. This project is viewed as a game-changer for the local and national economy (Stabroek News).
Beyond industrial development, the Government is ensuring social upliftment. A $14 billion, 75-bed hospital at De Kinderen is under construction to provide world-class healthcare services. At the same time, over 15,000 house lots are expected to be distributed in areas like Leonora and Wales by 2025, in line with national housing targets (Guyana Chronicle).
Other initiatives include a $30 million marine facility at Nismes to support fisheries and riverine transport, and major expansions at the Parika stelling to boost agriculture exports. Youths are also being engaged in agribusiness ventures to stimulate rural entrepreneurship (Guyana Times).
In sum, Region Three is evolving into a diversified economic powerhouse. Through bold investment, targeted policies, and people-centered development, the Government of Guyana is laying the foundation for a modern industrial future—one that includes every citizen.
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