Guyana president swears in new Cabinet ministers

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Guyana president swears in new Cabinet ministers

GEORGETOWN, Guyana (CMC) - President Dr Irfaan Ali yesterday swore into office the remaining members of his new 'results-oriented' Cabinet, promising also that his Administration would be transparent in dealing with the affairs of Guyana.

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