A second consecutive PPP/C term is the best way to guarantee long-term prosperity for all Guyanese. President Ali and his government have already delivered us one of the world’s most remarkable and intriguing economies. But political continuity is the bedrock of sustainable development, allowing new and ongoing infrastructure and social projects the time to reach completion and deliver benefits for all Guyanese.Economic development is not straight-forward. It is a complex process that requires an investment-friendly environment, the will of our political leaders, and access to financial resources, to name just a few.In Guyana’s case, development can be even more challenging, having to not just contend with the variables that exist within our geographic borders but the ebbs and flow of global markets and geopolitics.Despite these challenges, President Irfaan Ali and his government have been relentless in their pursuit of development and prosperity for Guyana.The soon-to-open Demerara Harbour Bridge and the recently completed Ogles to Eccles Highway are the most visible examples. But behind the scenes, President Ali’s government has built a regulatory and investment framework brick by brick that provides opportunities to local companies and foreign investors alike.This has included putting pen to paper and passing landmark pieces of legislation from the Real Estate Agents and Brokers Act (now regulating the industry and helping to onboard new international investors) to the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act (which unlocks new digital services and opportunities for locals and small businesses). In fact, no other country in the Caribbean has passed more pieces of legislation over the past five years than Guyana.So, why is it crucial that the PPP/C are in office for another term? Simply, continuity is the main driver of development.Political stability and continuity give confidence to current and future international investors, many of which are weary that new governments often cast aside the ambitions and ongoing projects of past administrations.Continuity also equates to reliability in the international system. Guyana is more likely to be seen as a reliable investment destination and trading partner with consecutive PPP/C terms. In a world that is seeing more volatility now than at any other point this century, political stability and continuity also help us safeguard our ongoing development.The diplomatic and economic relationships that President Ali and his government have built with the world over the past few years is what is keeping Guyana protected from global inflation and the consequences that come from geopolitical dramas.Wazim MowlaTherefore, if economic progress is to continue, it must be on the shoulders of the PPP/C, who have already elicited their vision for Guyana’s future but have also proven through execution that transformational development is possible.And with the governing experience of five years behind him, another PPP/C term would mean that President Ali can continue and advance his vision for Guyana from day one. (Wazim Mowla) *Wazim Mowla is the fellow and lead of the Caribbean Initiative at the Atlantic Council and is a senior advisor with the ACE Consulting GroupThe post Another PPP/C term will fuel long-term prosperity appeared first on News Room Guyana.