Strengthened Oversight on Government Procurement Announced

Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo has announced intensified scrutiny and potential sanctions for breaches in government procurement processes. This move comes as part of efforts to enhance transparency and efficiency within public procurement, with plans for sting operations to deter and address any violations. The Vice President emphasized the necessity of adhering to procurement laws and signaled a rigorous approach to managing and rectifying procurement-related issues, aiming to reinforce accountability across governmental operations.