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ADVISORY – POSTPONEMENT OF 47TH REGULAR MEETING OF CARICOM HEADS OF GOVERNMENT
The Caribbean Community advises that, as a result Hurricane Beryl’s impending passage through the Region, the 47th Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government, scheduled for Grenada from 3-5 July, has been postponed to a date to be determined. The primary focus of the Community is now on citizen safety and security. Several Member States, including host nation Grenada, are…
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ADVISORY – 47th Regular Meeting
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat is closely monitoring the development of Tropical Storm Beryl and other weather systems as they approach the Region. There is currently no change to the scheduled 47th Regular Meeting of Heads of Government in Grenada from 3-5 July. An update will be provided on Monday 1 July. -END-
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CARICOM DSG welcomes high-level Japanese officials for courtesy call
As the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Japan continue to solidify relations particularly during the CARICOM-Japan Friendship Year 2024, Deputy Secretary-General, Dr Armstrong Alexis received a visit from Parliamentary Vice-Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, His Excellency Yasushi Hosaka, at the CARICOM Secretariat on 30 May 2024. During the exchange, the two sides discussed the follow-up to the Secretary General’s visit…
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Statement by the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in support of the Three Phase Proposal for Israel and Hamas on Gaza
Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) continue to call for an unconditional ceasefire in Gaza and unimpeded humanitarian assistance. CARICOM expresses support for the proposal released by the President of the United States on 31 May for a full and complete ceasefire leading to a cessation of hostilities, and a major reconstruction plan for Gaza. CARICOM has been…
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Statement from the Council of Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) on Cuba
The Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) welcomes the decision of the Government of the United States of America (USA) to remove the Republic of Cuba from its list of states that are “not cooperating fully” in its fight against terrorism. COFCOR notes, however, that the Republic of Cuba remains on the US State Department’s list of countries that…
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Statement from the Caribbean Community on the Installation of the Transitional Presidential Council in Haiti
The Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) welcome the formal installation of the Transitional Presidential Council and congratulate the members. The formal installation of the nine-member Council at the Palais National this morning, marks a significant achievement through a process driven by Haitians in the interest of Haiti. It also represents a critical step forward for both the…
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Statement from the Caribbean Community Council of Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) on the Escalating Middle East Conflict
The Caribbean Community Council of Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) views with grave concern the escalating violence in the Middle East, particularly the recent direct military engagements between Israel and Iran. These developments not only exacerbate the already tense situation but also pose significant threats to regional stability and international peace. The continued cycle of retaliation, including the recent attack…
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Statement of the Caribbean Community on Events in Ecuador
The Member States of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) reaffirm the importance of adherence to the principles of international law and rules of diplomatic engagement enshrined in the Vienna Convention which codifies the inviolability of diplomatic missions and consular offices. CARICOM is therefore deeply concerned that the Republic of Ecuador has recently taken actions that have violated the premises of…
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Message from the Caribbean Community on the passing of The Rt. Hon. Michael de la Bastide
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) mourns the loss of the Right Honourable Mr. Justice Michael de la Bastide who passed away on 30 March 2024. Mr. Justice de la Bastide was the first President of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), a role to which he applied his extensive knowledge of the law and administration. He will be remembered for establishing…
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Message from the Caribbean Community on the passing of Mme Justice Desiree Bernard
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is deeply saddened by the passing of the Honourable Madame Justice Desiree Bernard on 28 March 2024. Madame Justice Bernard embodied the ideals of distinguished professional advancement, gaining stellar academic qualifications in jurisprudence and blazing a trail as the first woman to be appointed to many significant roles, including Justice of the Court of Appeal of…
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