(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana) – Grenada honoured the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) by renaming the True-Blue Roundabout on the Maurice Bishop Highway in St George’s, Grenada, the CARICOM Roundabout.
The renaming ceremony on 28 July 2024, preceded the 47th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government from 28-30 July in Grenada.
Host Prime Minister and Chairman of CARICOM, the Hon. Dickon Mitchell stated that the site would serve as a constant reminder that CARICOM is an integral part of Grenada’s identity, as anyone visiting or departing the country by air must pass through the CARICOM Roundabout.
“We have chosen the site because we wish to make it clear that the Caribbean Community is integral to Grenada’s identity and that Grenada is an integral part of the Caribbean Community,” Prime Minister Mitchell said.
The Prime Minister acknowledged CARICOM’s role in shaping the country’s history. He highlighted the Regional Security System, which was first deployed in Grenada to restore law and order and democracy in October 1983, CARICOM’s support in the aftermath of Hurricane Ivan and the recent regional solidarity, following the destruction of Hurricane Beryl.
“This is a fitting tribute to our brothers and sisters in CARICOM… We could do no more than to simply say to you our solidarity and our commitment to CARICOM is deepened. It is strengthened and will remain unwavering,” the Grenadian Prime Minister said.
In her remarks, Secretary-General Barnett praised the CARICOM Roundabout as a symbol of “resilience, unity, and collaboration.”
“As we unveil the new name, we pay tribute to the founding fathers and past leaders of our Community, and Grenada, whose collective wisdom and determination have fueled our integration journey to our joint fiftieth anniversaries,” the Secretary-General added.
She expressed hope that the CARICOM Roundabout will raise awareness and deepen appreciation for the work of the Community, inspiring current and future generations to take an active role in furthering the vision of an integrated, inclusive, and resilient Community.
See the photo highlights from the renaming ceremony below.
