Brazil is asking Guyana to quickly open a border bridge that will give farmers in remote northern states better access to Central American and Caribbean markets.Brazilian officials in Roraima state recently held an unofficial opening of the river span.But Guyana has delayed opening its side until a ribbon-cutting ceremony can be arranged. Oil drums are blocking traffic from crossing.Brazilian Ambassador Arthur Meyer urged Georgetown late Friday to let trucks across the Brazil-funded Takatu Bridge while a date is set for a ceremony.(via etaiwannews.com)
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