Press Releases
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Remarks by Dr. Carla Barnett, Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community at the Third Interactive Session of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly, UN Headquarters, New York, 25 September 2024
(Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Mr President,Excellencies,Distinguished delegates,Ladies and gentlemen. The Caribbean Community last year celebrated 50 years of our integration grouping. Our founding Heads of Government were acutely aware of the immense challenges that newly independent post-colonial small states would have in their development journey and even at that time provided for collaboration to protect…
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CARICOM leaders endorse new global pact on the future
(Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Leaders of the Caribbean Community (CARCOM) have endorsed the United Nations-led Pact for the Future which is viewed as the most-wide ranging international agreement in many years to safeguard the future of the global community.The Pact for the Future which includes the Global Digital Compact and the Declaration on Future Generations…
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Opening Remarks by Ambassador David Prendergast on the occasion of the ‘Resilient Caribbean Initiative: A Reflection Workshop on Achievements and Lessons Learned’
Ambassador David Prendergast, Director, Sectoral Programmes at the CARICOM Secretariat, made opening remarks at the ‘Resilient Caribbean Initiative: A Reflection Workshop on Achievements and Lessons Learned’ at the Mexico-CARICOM-FAO Initiative ‘Cooperation for Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience in the Caribbean’ Workshop. The event was held in Panama City, Panama, 19-20 September 2024. Please see his remarks below: Buenos dias a…
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Remarks delivered by Ambassador Wayne McCook, Assistant Secretary-General, Directorate of Single Market and Trade, CARICOM Secretariat, at the Fourth China Caribbean Forum, 13 September 2024, Beijing, China.
(Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater, Georgetown, Guyana) – The China-Caribbean relationship has deep historical roots grounded in the arrival of Chinese nationals in countries across the region beginning in 1806 with the arrival of Chinese indentured workers in Trinidad and Tobago. Indeed, the rich tapestry of Caribbean culture and many areas of social and economic life have been infused…
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Belize has steadily advanced its national goals – CARICOM SG
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – As Belize marks its 43rd Anniversary of Independence on 21 September, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has lauded the country for steadily advancing its national goals and laying the groundwork for a brighter and more secure future. In a message to the Government and the people of Belize, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett stated…
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CARICOM Secretary-General congratulates St Kitts and Nevis on 41st Independence Anniversary
(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Thursday, 19 September 2024) – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has extended congratulations to St. Kitts and Nevis as the nation celebrates its 41st Anniversary of Independence on Thursday 19 September.In a message to the Government and the people of the Federation, CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr Carla Barnett noted that the theme of this year’s celebration…
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Grenada Welcomes Support from the UK and CCCCC to Increase Access to Climate Finance and Response to Climate Change
The Ministry of Climate Resilience, the Environment and Renewable Energy welcomes support from the United Kingdom (UK) Government and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) to equip more than 25 technical officers and sectoral experts to develop bankable climate projects to increase the country’s access to climate finance and improve its response to climate change. The CCCCC delivered…
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Condolence Message on the Passing of His Excellency Leonard Archer, Former Bahamian Ambassador to CARICOM
The Caribbean Community notes with deep sadness the passing on Friday 13 September 2024 of His Excellency Leonard Archer, former Bahamian Ambassador to CARICOM. During his 15 years of representation to the Community, Ambassador Archer served his country with distinction. He was instrumental in the activities of the Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR), contributing to enhancing the Community’s relationships…
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CARICOM Development Fund Provides initial US$100,000 cash contribution to Hurricane Beryl Recovery Efforts in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Bridgetown, Barbados – September 10, 2024 – The CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) has made a cash contribution of US$100,000 or approximately EC$270,000 from its Emergency Disaster Assistance Facility (EDAF) to the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to assist in recovery efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl on July 1, 2024. The initial grant contribution will support the efforts…
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Caribbean Nations Prepare for Critical Role at COP 16 to Protect Regional Biodiversity
The Caribbean Region faces existential threats, including biodiversity loss which continue to be a major challenge for global leaders and conservationists. Many plant and animal species in the Region are critically endangered, including the Grenada dove, the hawksbill turtle, the Antiguan racer, and the Saint Lucian racer—the rarest snake in the world. These are just a few among the over…
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