Guyana's President Irfaan Ali Sworn In for Second Term

Guyana's President Irfaan Ali Sworn In for Second Term
Above: Mohamed Irfaan Ali during a campaign rally in Georgetown on Aug. 26, 2025. Image copyright: Joaquin Sarmiento/AFP/Getty Images

The Spin

Pro-establishment narrative

Ali's decisive victory demonstrates strong public support for his oil-wealth management and social programs that have transformed Guyana into one of the world's fastest-growing economies. His ambitious infrastructure agenda and anti-corruption initiatives position the country for continued prosperity while strengthening regional partnerships.

Establishment-critical narrative

This election was fundamentally flawed with foreign nationals illegally voting, bloated voter lists and systematic irregularities that violate constitutional requirements for free and fair elections. These violations, combined with the election commission's compromised independence, render the results illegitimate and demand a forensic recount to preserve democratic integrity.

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