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Cordel Says Chebat Is Equipped To Lead Ministry of National Security
Thu, October 22, 2026
We also asked the DPM for his views on the police minister reshuffle. He says he is confident that Chebat is more than equipped to lead the new Ministry of National Security.

Reporter
"What do you think about PM's new choice for police minister Michel Chebat, do you believe Julius should have been left with that portfolio?"

Cordel Hyde, Minister of Natural Resources
"That is not my call to make, the prime minister has the ultimate power to decide who is in his cabinet I know he deliberated heavily on it he always deliberates heavily on these things because they have consequences. We will move forward things will get done in the prime minister's wisdom, Julius did a great job and he set a great foundation I think he has shown us what is possible in that short time he was there he was able to boost morale he was able to give hope to our police officers something they haven't always had and I think it is a good foundation for Micho to build on for Micho to bring his considerable talents to. I know he is a hard worker I know he will grind and I know he will bring everything he has to it. Minister Espat has already indicated to him and publicly that he is prepared to work with him and he is prepared to give every support possible and I can say to you that the ministry of police actually needs all ministries to be at it's endeavor best. All our ministries have to do our part to make life better to amen the economy stable, to make our people hopeful and make our people work and productive and enjoy a better standard of living. I think once you have that then the crime situation will be less troublesome will be less vexing and the police minister and the police ministry and police officer's job will be easier but I am confident we will figure it out."

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