Year: 2024
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OECS Mourns the Loss of Sir Shridath Ramphal: A Legacy of Leadership, Justice, and Global Advocacy | Tribute from H.E. Dr Didacus Jules, Director General
It is with profound sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal, a man whose contributions to the Caribbean and the world were as vast as they were impactful. Sir Shridath was a beacon of wisdom, courage, and steadfast commitment to the principles of justice and equality. Throughout his illustrious career, Sir Shridath was a tireless advocate for…
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OECS Mourns the Loss of Sir Shridath Ramphal: A Legacy of Leadership, Justice, and Global Advocacy | Tribute from the Chair, OECS – Hon. Philip J Pierre
On behalf of the Governments and peoples of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), I extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Sir Shridath “Sonny” Ramphal on his passing. Sir Shridath was a towering figure, not only within the Caribbean but across the global stage. His contributions to diplomacy, international law, and the cause of…
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Grenada Welcomes Support from the UK and CCCCC to Increase Access to Climate Finance and Response to Climate Change
The Ministry of Climate Resilience, the Environment and Renewable Energy welcomes support from the United Kingdom (UK) Government and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) to equip more than 25 technical officers and sectoral experts to develop bankable climate projects to increase the country’s access to climate finance and improve its response to climate change. The CCCCC delivered…
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Condolence Message on the Passing of His Excellency Leonard Archer, Former Bahamian Ambassador to CARICOM
The Caribbean Community notes with deep sadness the passing on Friday 13 September 2024 of His Excellency Leonard Archer, former Bahamian Ambassador to CARICOM. During his 15 years of representation to the Community, Ambassador Archer served his country with distinction. He was instrumental in the activities of the Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR), contributing to enhancing the Community’s relationships…
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Tribute to Sir Shridath Ramphal by Hon. Dickon Mitchell, CARICOM Chair and Prime Minister of Grenada | National Funeral, Georgetown, Guyana | 14 September 2024
SALUTATIONS His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana First Vice President and Prime Minister of Guyana Prime Minister of St. Vincent & the Grenadines Distinguished members of the Cabinet of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana Other distinguished Cabinet ministers from CARICOM Secretary-General of CARICOM The children of Sir Shridath “Sonny” Ramphal Son in law…
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Statement by H.E. Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali, President of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana | Passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal
The passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal marks the end of an era, not only for Guyana but for the entire Caribbean and the Commonwealth of Nations. We mourn the loss of an outstanding statesman, a regionalist par excellence, and a committed internationalist. Sir Shridath’s life was one of magnificent service—dedicated to his homeland, to the region, and to the world.…
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Message of Condolence from the Hon. Mia Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados | Passing of Sir Shridath Ramphal
If ever there was one who walked among us who truly deserved the title of Caribbean Man, it was Sir Shridath Ramphal. At the same time, if ever we needed a definition of the term Global Citizen, a look at the resumeof Sir Shridath would be all we require. I can think of no other product of our region whose…
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Message from Dr Carla Barnett, CARICOM Secretary-General |Caribbean Wellness Day 2024
Caribbean Wellness Day 2024 is being observed on Saturday, 14 September, under the 2020-2024 theme, ‘Power through Collective Action’, and the 2024 sub-theme ‘Good Health is our Right!’ The observation of this day has its roots in the Port of Spain Declaration on Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) of 2007, which expressed the commitment of CARICOM Member States to ensure the good…
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Surge in Healthcare Worker Migration threatens Region’s Health Sector Development
“The migration of healthcare workers significantly impacts our health systems’ ability to provide quality and timely healthcare services. Therefore, policies to train and retain healthcare workers in the Region must be creative, robust and more responsive to the needs of our healthcare personnel.” – Dr Andy St Hilaire, Officer in Charge, Office of the Chief Medical Officer, Dominica Friday 13…
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Mpox threat, alarming increase in Malaria and Dengue cases discussed ahead of Forty-Seventh COHSOD
CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Thursday, 12 September 2024: Crime and violence as a public health issue, regional health security, human resources for health, disease surveillance, and matters pertaining to the Port-of-Spain Declaration on Non-communicable Diseases (NCDs) were among the priority issues discussed at the Meeting of Officials preparatory to the Forty-Seventh Meeting of the Council for Human…
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