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Media Advisory | Speeches | 50 HGC | Opening Ceremony
The 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) opened on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, under the theme ‘Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM.’ Chair of the Community, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, delivered the feature address,…
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Remarks | Dr. The Hon. Godwin Friday | Prime Minister of St. Vincent and the Grenadines | 50 HGC | Opening Ceremony
Greetings, everyone, from the wonderful people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. I am delighted to be here at this vitally important event at such a critical time for our Region. As you know, we recently (on November 27th 2025) had general elections in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and a new government, of the New Democratic Party was elected, the…
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CARICOM Secretary-General provides insights into upcoming 50th Regular Heads of Government Meeting
As the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM convenes later this month, the focus remains firmly on enhancing the quality of life for citizens through deeper regional cooperation and inclusive, sustainable development. Preparations are well advanced for the milestone Meeting, which will be held from 24–27 February in St. Kitts and Nevis under the…
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COMMUNIQUÉ – 123rd Special Meeting of COTED – Environment and Sustainable Development
The One Hundred and Twenty-Third Special Meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED) – Environment and Sustainable Development was convened via videoconference on 30 January 2026. Under the chairmanship of the Honorable Orlando Habet, Minister of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Solid Waste Management, Ministers addressed debriefed key international environmental negotiating processes from 2025 focused on climate…
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CARICOM Accelerates Electric Mobility Push Through Regional Strategy and High-Impact Webinars
As part of its sustainable energy drive, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is accelerating efforts to advance electric mobility across the Region, increasing awareness, guidance, and uptake of electric vehicles (EVs). CARICOM is pressing ahead with EV adoption, with some Member States already demonstrating strong progress. To address growing interest and information gaps around EV benefits, costs, maintenance, utility, and end-of-life…
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Registration Opens for Inaugural Caribbean Youth Diplomacy Development Course
The Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN) Caribbean invites all Caribbean youth (aged 18 – 35) to apply for the inaugural GYBN Caribbean Youth Diplomacy Development Course. Held in partnership with the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States, the course curriculum will assist participants in furthering their understanding of the UN Convention…
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Agriculture stakeholders trained to improve access to regional markets
Agriculture focal points in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) participated in a training session on 22 January on the use of a digital platform for agricultural market information. The platform, titled Regional Electronic Agricultural Market Information System (REAMIS), is designed to connect farmers with market data, business tools, and networking opportunities, and improve access to regional markets under the 25 x 25…
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Deeper CARICOM integration key to navigating fractured global trade order – Amb. Wayne McCook
A senior Caribbean Community (CARICOM) official has positioned deeper regional integration as a strategic response to an increasingly fragmented and uncertain global trade environment, as global rules-based systems weaken and economic nationalism intensifies. Ambassador Wayne McCook, Assistant Secretary-General, CARICOM Single Market and Trade, was a panelist discussing Prospects for International Trade in 2026 in the Context of the Changing Global…
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CARIFORUM Senior Officials Advance 2026 Work Programme at First Meeting of the Year
Senior officials from CARIFORUM States convened virtually on 22 January to examine the CARIFORUM Directorate’s Work Programme for 2026 and to outline the national and regional actions required to ensure its effective implementation. CARIFORUM Director-General, Ms. Alexis Downes-Amsterdam, opened the meeting by welcoming representatives to the Directorate’s first engagement of the year. She noted that the 2026 Work Programme reflects…
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CARICOM joins observance of International Day of Clean Energy
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) joins the global observance of International Day of Clean Energy, a moment to celebrate the Region’s progress in clean, sustainable energy and to reaffirm our commitment to expanding renewable energy solutions. Together, let’s continue building the foundation for a brighter, greener, and more resilient future. #cleanenergy #renewableenergy #sustainableenergy
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