CDB Calls for Increased Investment in Modernised Trade and Statistical Systems to Boost Regional Competitiveness and Efficiency

February 14, 2025 Regional governments should increase investment in trade enabling initiatives which strengthen both competitiveness and efficiency, says Ian Durant, the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB, the Bank) Director of…

The 48th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting is a meeting of great interest – CARICOM Assistant Secretary-General

February 14, 2025 Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) for Foreign and Community Relations with the CARICOM Secretariat, Ms. Elizabeth Solomon, has described the upcoming 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads…

CARICOM Secretariat launches online portal for the 48th Heads of Government Meeting

February 14, 2025 The CARICOM Secretariat has launched an online platform to share updates and information about the upcoming 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government, set…

CDB’s 55th Annual Meeting to Drive Action for a Stronger, Greener, More Inclusive Caribbean

February 11, 2025 The 55th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors (BOG) of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), to be held in Brasília, Brazil, from June 9 – 12,…

CARICOM remains a key advocate for Haiti 

February 11, 2025 The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) continues to play a significant role in supporting Haiti, including advocating with the international community for increased funding for security and humanitarian relief…

CARICOM SG: Upcoming CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting will assess rapidly changing global landscape

February 11, 2025 CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett, said that Heads of Government will assess challenges arising in the rapidly changing global context when they meet in Barbados from 19-21…

CARIFORUM, UK reaffirm commitment to implementing the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA)

February 7, 2025 The Caribbean Forum of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (CARIFORUM) and the United Kingdom (UK) have reaffirmed their commitment to fully implementing and ratifying the Economic Partnership…

CARICOM SG lauds Grenada’s dedication to regional integration and its unwavering pursuit of climate justice

February 7, 2025 Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, recognised Grenada’s commitment to regional integration as the nation celebrates its 51st Independence Anniversary under the theme “The Next 50:…

IDB and Caribbean Governors Discuss Reforms and Initiatives for Impact and Scale

February 4, 2025 The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) held its XIII Annual Consultation with the governors of IDB Caribbean member countries on February 2-3 in Nassau, The Bahamas. The gathering…

Environment Ministers set the stage for CARICOM coordination on multilateral environmental issues in 2025

January 31, 2025 The Caribbean Community must remain unified and assertive in advocating for solutions that address the vulnerabilities of Small Island Developing States (SIDs).  Sir Molwyn Joseph, Minister of…

Message of Condolence from the Caribbean Community | Passing of Sir Roy Augier

January 31, 2025 The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) notes with sadness the passing of Sir Fitzroy Richard “Roy” Augier, distinguished Caribbean historian, writer and Professor Emeritus, on 26 January 2025, a…

‘Youth important to achieving food security goals’ – CARICOM ASG (ag) at CARICOM High School Agriculture Video Competition awards ceremony

January 31, 2025 Youth in agriculture took centre stage on Tuesday 28 January as the winners of the CARICOM High School Agriculture Video Competition 2024 were recognised for their interest…