Press Releases
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STATEMENT BY THE BUREAU OF THE CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF CARICOM
The Bureau of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has noted with concern the proclamation issued by the Government of the United States on 16 December 2025 imposing partial entry restrictions on nationals of Antigua and Barbuda and the Commonwealth of Dominica. The Bureau recognises the right of countries to implement policies regulating entry to…
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CARICOM and the Republic of Korea deepening ties through multi-million-dollar cooperation programme
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Technical cooperation between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Republic of Korea is advancing steadily with critical support to key regional sectors through the CARICOM-Republic of Korea Cooperation Fund.Established in 2021, the Fund has received approximately US$7 million to date, financing nine major interventions across Health, Digital Innovation, Cybersecurity, Climate Resilience, Agriculture, Water…
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Advancing Sustainable Solutions for a Resilient Planet: Voices from CARICOM at UNEA-7
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States at the High-Level Segment of the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) in Kenya, made compelling interventions highlighting the urgency of action, the unique vulnerabilities of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), and the need for equitable global partnerships. The UNEA-7, held under the theme ‘Advancing Sustainable Solutions for a Resilient Planet,’ brought…
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CCCCC strengthens Caribbean loss and damage response
The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) has been approved for membership in the Santiago Network, which recognises the CCCCC’s demonstrated capacity to deliver coordinated, high-quality technical assistance to CARICOM Member States to avert, minimise, and address loss and damage arising from the adverse impacts of climate change. The Santiago Network, established in December 2019 under the United Nations Framework Convention on…
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CARICOM Secretary-General commends Jamaica’s engagement following Hurricane Melissa
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett, has commended Jamaica for its continued strong engagement in Community matters, even as the country navigates recovery efforts following Hurricane Melissa.Speaking at the opening of the 56th Meeting of the Community Council of Ministers on 16 December in Georgetown, Guyana, Dr Barnett told Jamaica’s Minister of…
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Over 2,500 CARIFORUM nationals trained through EU-funded €1 million capacity-building project
(CARIFORUM Directorate, CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – More than 2,500 CARIFORUM nationals have been trained in Competition, Public Procurement, and Customs and Trade Facilitation under a €1 million capacity-building project funded by the 11th European Development Fund (EDF). One of six components of the 11th EDF EPA Support Programme, the project was implemented by the CARIFORUM Directorate through…
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CARICOM Secretariat Staff Talent Committee spreads holiday cheer with annual toy drive
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat Staff Talent Committee continued its tradition of bringing festive cheer to children and young people living outside traditional home environments through its annual toy drive. CARICOM Secretariat’s Driver, Mr. Carlyle Softly smiles as he brings Christmas cheers to the Guyana Red Cross Society Children’s Convalescent Home, Durban Backlands,…
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CARICOM welcomes Japan’s support for early warning systems
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Assistant Secretary-General for Foreign and Community Relations, Ms. Elizabeth Solomon, on Tuesday welcomed Japan’s investment in strengthening the Multi-Hazard Early Warning System in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).Delivering remarks at the 7th Meeting of the Regional Early Warning Systems Consortium in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, Ms. Solomon said the focus on advancing…
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CARICOM Agriculture Investment Bulletin: Advancing Sustainable Growth in the Caribbean
The CARICOM Secretariat today launches the first quarterly Agriculture Investment Bulletin, highlighting the Region’s efforts to strengthen food security, promote investment opportunities, and foster agricultural innovation. The publication provides policy updates and insights into the demand trends for key agriculture commodities within the CARICOM Single Market, offering a comprehensive look at the programmes shaping the agricultural landscape as the Region…
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CARICOM Celebrates Successful Close-Out of ACP MEAs III Regional Implementation Ahead of UNEA-7
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat marked the successful completion of its regional implementation of the ACP MEAs III Programme during the final Project Steering Committee (PSC) meeting held in Nairobi, Kenya, on 7 December 2025. The milestone coincides with the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), underscoring the Caribbean’s continued commitment to advancing global environmental governance. Key…
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