Timothy Austin
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CARICOM IMPACS and Auxilium Worldwide Launch “Fish and Flags” Report Series
“This launch is a powerful demonstration of our collective commitment to regional security, especially as the Caribbean continues to grapple with the emerging and evolving challenges of environmental crime and natural resource exploitation.” Lt. Col. Michael Jones, Executive Director, CARICOM IMPACS The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS), in collaboration with Auxilium Worldwide, has launched a…
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CARICOM IMPACS and Partners intercept Major Drug Haul in the Virgin Islands
The coordinated multi-agency operation, which took place between 8 and 9 December 2025, also involved the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), His Majesty’s Customs and external law enforcement partners from United States Customs and Border Protection (USCBP). The successful interception was initiated following intelligence received concerning suspicious maritime activity within VI waters. The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for…
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MESSAGE | DR. CARLA BARNETT | CARICOM SECRETARY-GENERAL | HUMAN RIGHTS DAY | “HUMAN RIGHTS: OUR EVERYDAY ESSENTIALS” | 10 DECEMBER
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) remains the foundational document outlining essential rights and freedoms, including the right to education, health, and a sufficient standard of living—critical factors for human and social progress in all countries, including in the Caribbean. Human rights are founded on equality, non-discrimination, and inclusion. As the Region continues to dismantle systemic barriers and promote…
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CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Urges Region to Prioritise Children in Development Agenda
At the 20th Annual Caribbean Child Research Conference on 1 December, CARICOM Deputy Secretary-General Dr Armstrong Alexis delivered the keynote under the theme “Leaving No Child Behind: Bridging Gaps for Marginalised Children in the Caribbean.”In his remarks, Dr Alexis commended The University of the West Indies and its partners for sustaining this vital regional platform where scholarship, advocacy, and children’s…
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CARICOM Secretary-General Highlights Connectivity as Cornerstone of Regional Progress at Connected Caribbean Summit 2025
“Our full potential as a Region hinges on our continued commitment to be innovative, united, and sustainable. Collaborative partnerships and targeted investments by both the private and public sectors are the keys that will unlock new opportunities for tourism, trade, and socio-economic development.” – Dr Carla Barnett | Secretary-General | CARICOM Key Points: Connectivity as a driver of growth: CARICOM…
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CARPHA and Guyana’s Ministry of Health Launch its 70th Annual Health Research Conference: A Historic Milestone for Regional Public Health
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), in partnership with the Government of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana (Guyana), through the Ministry of Health is proud to announce the official launch of the 70th Annual Health Research Conference (AHRC) set to take place from April 22-24, 2026, at the Arthur Chung Convention Centre in Georgetown, Guyana. Under the theme “Innovations in Health”,…
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Our Unyielding Resolve for an AIDS-Free Caribbean | Message from the Director of the PANCAP Coordinating Unit (PCU) on World AIDS Day 2025
“We will not go back. We will not surrender the gains for which we have fought so hard. We will navigate this challenge with determination, innovate with purpose, and unite with a common vision. The journey may now be steeper, but our destination remains the same. Together, we will overcome this disruption, transform our response, and realise an AIDS-free Caribbean…
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STATEMENT BY THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM) ON THE GENERAL ELECTIONS IN ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat extends warmest congratulations and best wishes to Dr. the Honourable Godwin Friday, Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, following his historic election on 27 November 2025. CARICOM welcomes Prime Minister Friday to the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, and looks forward to working with him and the members of…
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CXC® Advocates for Educational Equity and Greater Access for Visually Impaired Learners
PORT -OF -SPAIN, Trinidad – Dr Wayne Wesley, the Registrar and CEO of the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) has made an impassioned plea for educational publishers to produce books and learning resources in accessible formats, such as braille, large print, and digital formats, in keeping with theprovisions of the Marrakesh Treaty. The Marrakesh Treaty is an international agreement adopted in…
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16 Days of Activism: CARICOM SG calls for an End to Digital Abuse against Women and Girls
CARICOM stands in solidarity with the global community in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (25 November – 10 December). In her message, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett highlights the urgent need to confront violence against women and girls, including the growing threat of digital abuse. She reaffirms the Region’s commitment to building safe, inclusive societies where…
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