Foreign Policy
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Prime Minister Drew’s Outreach Continues in Jamaica as CARICOM Prepares for 50th Meeting
[Via St. Kitts and Nevis Information Service—SKNIS] Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chair of CARICOM, the Honourable Dr Terrance M. Drew, continued his regional consultations, this time in Jamaica, last evening, 19 February, where he met with the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Outgoing Chair, CARICOM and Jamaica’s Prime Minister. They were joined by senior members of the…
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New Ireland Ambassador welcomed to CARICOM
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett on Thursday, 12 February received the Letter of Credence of His Excellency Martin Gallagher, accrediting him as Ambassador of Ireland to CARICOM during a virtual ceremony. Dr. Barnett said that the appointment reflects the shared commitment and values that both CARICOM and Ireland placed on…
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CARICOM strengthens relations with three European countries
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) strengthened its growing relationship with Sweden, Norway and Austria this week as new ambassadors from those countries were accredited to CARICOM.On Tuesday 3 February, Secretary‑General Dr. Carla Barnett accepted the Letters of Credence of Her Excellency Maria Velasco, the new Ambassador of Sweden to CARICOM. She accredited His Excellency…
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CARICOM SG receives India’s Ambassador to CARICOM for farewell Courtesy Call
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and India on Tuesday 3 February affirmed their mutual ties of friendship and fraternal cooperation during a farewell courtesy call on the Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett by the Ambassador of India to CARICOM, H.E. Dr. Amit Telang.During the meeting which took place at the Secretary-General’s residence in Georgetown, Guyana,…
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CARICOM EPG participates in OAS meeting on Haiti, and other engagements in Washington, D.C.
(Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – The CARICOM Eminent Persons Group (EPG), comprising former Prime Ministers Dr. Kenny Anthony (Coordinator), Bruce Golding, and Perry Christie, participated in a Consultative Meeting on Haiti convened by the Organization of American States (OAS) on 2 February 2026 in Washington, D.C. The Assistant Secretary-General for Foreign and Community Relations at the…
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Fiftieth CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting convenes in St Kitts and Nevis in February
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Tuesday, 27 January 2026) – The Fiftieth (50th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will begin on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis, under the theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM”. The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, Prime…
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CARICOM in 2025: Advancing “A Community for All”
The year 2025 marked a significant chapter in CARICOM’s journey, as the Community advanced key initiatives and programmes that strengthen regional integration and cooperation. These achievements and milestones highlight unwavering commitment to building “A Community for All,” one that reflects unity, resilience, and shared progress across the Caribbean. Here are some highlights:
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Statement from the CARICOM Eminent Persons Group on the Approaching End of the Transitional Presidential Council
The Eminent Persons Group (EPG) of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has continued to render its good offices to Haitian stakeholders as they address the myriad political, security and institutional challenges facing Haiti at this time. The EPG is particularly mindful that the mandate of the Transitional Council ends on 7 February, 2026. Given the sustained efforts of CARICOM and the…
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STATEMENT FROM THE BUREAU OF THE CONFERENCE OF CARICOM HEADS OF GOVERNMENT ON MILITARY ACTION IN VENEZUELA
Saturday 3 January 2026 The Bureau of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (Jamaica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia) convened on Saturday 3 January 2026 following US military action in Venezuela. The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is firmly committed to the fundamental principles of international law and multilateralism enshrined in the UN Charter, including sovereignty…
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New Year Message | Incoming Chairman of CARICOM | Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis
Recent international developments, including geopolitical tensions in our region and external policy decisions affecting Caribbean nationals, remind us of a fundamental truth: None will come to save us. We must save ourselves.Public discussions among Member States, reflecting differing national perspectives, have unfolded in a way that has attracted regional and international attention. While such differences are not unusual in a…
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