The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and the Arts proudly welcomes our new Permanent Secretary (Ag.), Mr. Videsh Maharaj, who assumed duty on Friday 6th October, 2023. PS (Ag.) Maharaj joined the Ministry of Tourism, Culture & the Arts from the Ministry of Education, where he served as the Deputy Permanent Secretary.
PS (Ag.) Videsh Maharaj is equipped with extensive knowledge and experience in economics, investments, policy development, implementation and analysis. After graduating from the University of the West Indies with both a Bachelor and Master of Science in Economics, PS (Ag.) Maharaj went on to have a stellar career in the Ministry of Trade and Industry with increased areas of responsibility over 15 years.
PS (Ag.) Maharaj has also been a member of several Cabinet Appointed Committees including the Committee to Review Tourism Incentives. We look forward to PS (Ag.) Maharaj’s leadership and insight as we work towards achieving our goals for Vision 2030!
