By: Dr Carla Barnett May 31, 2024 The 15 Member States and 5 Associate Members of the Caribbean Community are a collective of Small Island and Low Lying Coastal Developing…
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COMMENTARY: Revolutionizing Miss Universe Screening in the Caribbean: Embracing Global Models of Success
By: Paul Sarran May 28, 2024 The Miss Universe pageant serves as a beacon of beauty, intellect, and cultural representation, drawing contestants from every corner of the globe. As the…
COMMENTARY: THE OPENING OF THE TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING OF THE COUNCIL FOR FOREIGN AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS (COFCOR)
By: Dr Carla Barnett May 24, 2024 I am really very pleased to join you here in Roseau, Dominica for the Twenty-Seventh Meeting of the Council for Foreign and Community…
COMMENTARY: Geothermal Energy in Small Island Developing States: Enhancing United Nations Sustainable Development Goal # 7 Agenda
By: Rebecca Theodore May 24, 2024 Access to clean, affordable and reliable energy, for small island developing states constitute a key module for achieving goal # 7 of the United…
COMMENTARY: Unveiling the Veil of Classism: A Closer Look at the Caribbean
By: Paul Sarran May 21, 2024 In the sun-kissed expanse of the Caribbean, where azure waters lap against sandy shores and vibrant cultures blend in a harmonious mosaic, there exists…
COMMENTARY: United Nations Small Island Developing States Conference (SIDS4): The Global Bargain Towards Resilient Prosperity
By: Rebecca Theodore May 21, 2024 While small island developing states (SIDS) stand in the clashes of climate change, the economic and social impacts of a post COVID-19 quandary, and…
COMMENTARY: Strengthening Sustainable Agriculture on the Caribbean- The role of the Poultry Industry
By: Joseph Cox May 17, 2024 It is my distinct pleasure to be addressing you today on the occasion of the Caribbean Poultry Association’s 7th International Technical Symposium and Exhibition…
COMMENTARY: The Digital Mirror: Navigating Identity in the Age of Social Media and Virtual Reality
By: Paul Sarran May 14, 2024 In the digital age, our sense of self is increasingly intertwined with our online presence. From carefully curated social media profiles to immersive virtual…
COMMENTARY: After 13 years CARICOM aligns in unified stand for Palestine and peace
By: Sir Ronald Sanders May 10, 2024 After 13 years, the 14 independent member states of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have finally aligned their individual positions on recognizing Palestine as…
COMMENTARY: Examining Newsweek reporting on China’s presence in Antigua and Barbuda
By: Sir Ronald Sanders May 3, 2024 Is it ever justifiable for journalism to fan the flames of geopolitical tension? This question arises after reading Didi Kirsten Tatlow’s recent Newsweek…
COMMENTARY: MWAC recommendations could make Cayman the new standard in tipping culture
By: Joseph Boll April 30, 2024 Caribbean Employment Services Inc., a market-leading digital talent acquisition service, is eagerly watching to see how the government will respond to the Minimum Wage…
COMMENTARY: Is It Time For More Flex Work In The Caribbean?
By: Joseph Boll April 30, 2024 Many Caribbean employers treated remote work as a temporary necessity brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic but meant to be quickly undone as soon…