Natural Resources Ministry working in hinterland to ensure sustainable livelihood

Amerindian leaders are being urged to work closely with agencies under the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry to ensure they continue along a path of sustainable livelihood.

Minister of Natural Resources and the Environment, Robert Persaud addressing Amerindian Leaders at the NTC 2014

During an interactive session with Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Robert Persaud, the importance of the NTC was underscored as it is very rare regionally and hemispherically for any grouping to interact with the Cabinet.
“I want to reinforce the importance of this activity and to indicate that it shows the commitment, as well as the dedication of the PPP/C in ensuring that the welfare and development of the hinterland region is given equal attention as we pursue development in our communities, country wide.”
Minister Persaud, speaking on his sector, noted its importance to the existence of hinterland communities, as well as every other citizen.
“If you look at our policy documents, the National Development Strategy document and the Low Carbon Development Strategy, the welfare and wellbeing of our Amerindian brothers and sisters  continue to be central and be given due attention, given the importance of the need for this positive interaction.”