PM Browne Calls for Stronger Opposition to Foster Good Governance

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has emphasized the importance of a capable opposition in promoting good governance, addressing the current challenges faced by the opposition party in Antigua and Barbuda.

Browne remarked, “A robust opposition challenges the government on performance and accountability, not through insults but through well-argued policy positions.” He expressed disappointment at the state of the opposition, noting their struggles to field a candidate for the upcoming by-election in St. Peter. “It is incomprehensible that the main opposition party could have found itself in a position in which it did not position anyone,” Browne said.

Referring to governance and accountability, Browne stated, “If you have a strong opposition, and it is about your competing on performance, you have to perform well, failing which you’ll be deposed.” He added, “Governance is about performance, and strong opposition helps to support good governance.”

Browne also criticized the opposition’s lack of preparedness and strategy. “They were on this fallacy that Asot Michael was a UPP supporter and the seat was a UPP seat, so they made no investment,” he remarked.

Reflecting on the role of opposition in democracy, Browne concluded, “We want to have an opposition that has competence, that can organize itself properly.”

The Prime Minister’s remarks come as the nation prepares for a by-election in the St. Peter constituency, highlighting the significance of having an effective and organized opposition to strengthen Antigua and Barbuda’s political landscape.

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