(Kaieteur News) – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is urging Guyana to strengthen its oil and gas audit systems, noting that the country’s rapidly expanding petroleum sector increases the need for stronger financial oversight and accountability.

The advice was noted in the IMF’s staff concluding statement of the 2026 Article IV Mission. IMF staff team, led by Ms. Lusine Lusinyan, held discussions virtually and in Georgetown during July 20–31, 2026.

The team met with Finance Minister, Dr. Ashni Singh, Central Bank Governor Dr. Gobind Ganga, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs and Governance Gail Teixeira, Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Mr. Mohabir Anil Nandlall SC, and other senior officials, representatives from the private sector, banks, labor unions, and other stakeholders.