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US OFFICIALS VISIT THE OFFICE OF THE LEADER OF THE OPPOSITION

St George’s Tuesday August 16th, 2011.   In an official visit yesterday to the Office of the Leader of her Majesty’s Opposition, Deputy Chief of Mission at the US embassy in Bridgetown Mr. Christopher Sandrolini  and the US Charge de Affair to Grenada, Mr. Bernard Link met with Senator Gregory Bowen to discuss issues important to both countries. The Chief of Mission described his role as coordinating the functions of the various United States Agencies in the region. These include the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Peace Corp, the Drug enforcement Agency, the Department of Defense, United States Agency for International Development and the State Department among others.

In discussing the crime situation in Grenada, Senator Bowen pointed out the problems that deported criminals from the US and Europe are posing for the country and impressed upon the Embassy the need to assist in the control and rehabilitation of these offenders. The dismal health situation and the New National Party Opposition ‘s philosophy with respect to healthcare were discussed at length.

The Opposition’s position on investment and the treatment of investors were highlighted in the discussions as a feature distinguishing the NNP from the NDC administration. The lack of investment was identified by the Opposition as a key reason for the poor state of the economy.

In discussing the issues at the forefront during the last elections namely accusation of corruption, high debt and the economy, Senator Bowen  pointed out that the government members have blatantly refused to implement the Integrity in Public Life Act and declare their assets, have increased the public wage bill by close to fifty percent, and significantly increased the public debt. Further, impossible promises such as $400.00 for public assistance and free university education for at least one child in every home are some of the issues plaguing the government.

The proposed FIU bill and the political situation in the country were also discussed.

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