{"id":226783,"date":"2025-02-24T14:38:53","date_gmt":"2025-02-24T18:38:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=226783"},"modified":"2025-02-24T15:05:42","modified_gmt":"2025-02-24T19:05:42","slug":"antigua-and-barbuda-patriots-call-for-transparency-and-accountability-in-100m-road-infrastructure-project","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/antigua-and-barbuda-patriots-call-for-transparency-and-accountability-in-100m-road-infrastructure-project\/","title":{"rendered":"COMMENTARY: Road Tax Transparency"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Open Proposal to The Hon. Gaston Browne, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda<\/strong> for a Transparent and Accountable Process for Road Infrastructure Financing and Implementation<\/strong> Ensuring Transparency and Best Practices in the Licensing Fee Increase and Road Works Project<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced an impending increase in the licensing fees for vehicles to finance road infrastructure projects. While acknowledging the necessity of road improvements, it is imperative that this process is conducted in a transparent and accountable manner, consistent with best practices. Transparency in financial arrangements, project implementation, and monitoring will enhance public confidence and ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and equitably.<\/p>

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To this end, we Antigua and Barbuda Patriots \u2013 a non-political group –  respectfully submit the following recommendations and inquiries to facilitate a governance process that upholds the principles of transparency, accountability, and responsible public financial management.<\/p>

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1. Disclosure of Loan Agreement Terms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Government has indicated that the Antigua Commercial Bank (ACB) and Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank (ECAB) will provide a $100 million loan for roadworks. To ensure fiscal responsibility and public trust, we request the following details be disclosed:<\/p>

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