Statements and Declarations
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CARICOM STATEMENT ON THE MIDDLE EAST AND NORTH AFRICA ISSUED BY THE TWENTY-SECOND INTER-SESSIONAL MEETING OF THE CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM), 25-26 FEBRUARY 2011, ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) observes, with grave concern, the recent developments in the Middle East and North Africa, which have been sparked by the desire of the people of that Region for change. The Community expresses deep regret at the loss of life during the peaceful demonstrations. The Caribbean Community promotes and encourages the adherence to democratic principles, good governance,…
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PARTNERSHIP FOR PEACE, DEVELOPMENT AND PROSPERITY BETWEEN JAPAN AND THE MEMBER STATES OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM) : OUTCOME DOCUMENT ADOPTED BY MINISTERS OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AT THE SECOND CARICOM-JAPAN MINISTERIAL MEETING, 2 SEPTEMBER 2010, TOKYO, JAPAN
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Ministers responsible for Foreign Affairs of the Member States of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and other Heads of Delegations, hereinafter referred to as the “Foreign Ministers”, meeting in Tokyo on 2 September 2010, confirmed the steady development of Japan-CARICOM relations based on “A New Framework for Japan-CARICOM Cooperation for…
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ADDRESS BY THE HONOURABLE DR. KENNETH BAUGH, DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER AND MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND FOREIGN TRADE, JAMAICA, TO THE NEWSPAPER EDITORS’ WORKSHOP ON THE CARICOM SINGLE MARKET AND ECONOMY, 22-23 OCTOBER 2009, KINGSTON, JAMAICA
Representatives of the CARICOM Secretariat Association of Caribbean Media Workers Representatives of press and media associations Representatives of the Jamaican mediaLadies and Gentlemen Let me take this opportunity to extend to you, on behalf of the Government of Jamaica, a warm welcome and to thank you for journeying here to participate in this workshop. It demonstrates not only your…
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STATEMENT ON THE NON-COMPLIANCE OF THE USA WITH THE 2007 RULING OF THE WTO DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BODY AS IT RELATES TO THE PROVISION OF REMOTE (INTERNET) GAMING SERVICES issued by the THIRTY-FIRST REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY, 4-7 JULY 2010, MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
We, the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community meeting in Montego Bay, Jamaica on 4-7 July 2010, having been advised by the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda of the continued failure of the United States of America to comply with the 2007 ruling of the WTO Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) in relation to the provision of remote (internet)…
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STATEMENT ON TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS ISSUED BY THE THIRTY-FIRST REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY, 4-7 JULY 2010, MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Heads of Government reiterated their commitment to combating trafficking in persons. They noted the policies of prevention, prosecution and victim protection which have been adopted and implemented in their Member States to address this crime. Heads of Government expressed deep concern that the United States of America continues to place several of the countries of the Caribbean Community on either…
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THIRTY-FIRST REGULAR MEETING OF THE CONFERENCE OF HEADS OF GOVERNMENT OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY, 4-7 JULY 2010, MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA. STATEMENT OF CARICOM HEADS OF GOVERNMENT ON THE SITUATION OF HAITI
Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), including His Excellency René Préval, President of Haiti, held an in-depth discussion on the post-earthquake situation in Haiti at their Thirty-First Regular Meeting held in Montego Bay, Jamaica. The Secretaries General of the United Nations (UN) and of the Organisation of American States (OAS), as well as the Special Representative of…
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MADRID DECLARATION ISSUED BY THE VI EUROPEAN UNION-LATIN AMERICA AND THE CARIBBEAN (EU-LAC) SUMMIT, 18 MAY 2010, MADRID, SPAIN
1. We, the Heads of State and Government of the European Union and Latin America and the Caribbean, the President of the European Council and the President of the Commission, have convened in Madrid on 18 May 2010, in order to reaffirm our commitment to continue promoting and strengthening our Bi-regional Strategic Partnership based on our common principles, values and…
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Haiti Declaration Issued By The First Summit Of Heads Of State And Government Of Mexico And Members Of The Caribbean Community (caricom), 21 February 2010, Riviera Maya, Quintana Roo, Mexico
I. We, the Heads of State and Government of Mexico and the Member States of the Caribbean (CARICOM), gathered together on in the Mexican Riviera Maya, confirm our solidarity with the government and people of Haiti in the wake of the catastrophic loss of lives and material damage caused by the earthquake that struck Haiti on January 12, 2010. II.…
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CLIMATE CHANGE DECLARATION ISSUED BY THE MEETING OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT OF MEXICO AND THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM), 21 FEBRUARY 2010, RIVIERA MAYA, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO
1. We, the Heads of State and Government of Mexico and the Member States of the Caribbean (CARICOM), gathered together on February 21, 2010, in the Mexican Riviera Maya, confirm our commitment to reinforcing cooperation to deal with the threat of climate change through joint efforts by our nations. 2. We express our concern over the scientific evidence showing…
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DECLARATION OF THE FIRST SUMMIT OF HEADS OF STATE AND GOVERNMENT OF MEXICO AND MEMBERS OF CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY (CARICOM), 22 FEBRUARY 2010, RIVIERA MAYA, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO
1. We, the Heads of State and Government of Mexico and the Member States of the Caribbean (CARICOM), gathered together for the first time in the Mexican Riviera Maya on February 21, 2010, confirm our commitment to examining the joint challenges faced by our region. 2. We declare that this first summit will be the starting point for more productive…
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