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Survey Spotlights Caribbean Food Resilience, Paving the Way for Bold Regional Action
“The data from Round 8 is not an endpoint; it is a catalyst for region-wide recovery, reform, and resilience.” Ambassador David PrendergastDirector of Sectoral Programmes, CARICOM Secretariat Amb. David Prendergast, Director, Sectoral Programmes, CARICOM Secretariat The CARICOM Secretariat, in collaboration with the World Food Program (WFP) and regional partners, officially launched the results of the 8th Caribbean Food Security…
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Caribbean Food Security Survey Results Launch!
Food security remains a top priority across the English and Dutch-speaking Caribbean, where an estimated 3.2 million people are currently affected. Despite global challenges driving higher costs and limiting access to essential goods, we continue working towards solutions that support resilient communities across our Region. Be part of the conversation and momentum! Join the CARICOM Secretariat and the World Food…
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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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The European Union to Support Enhancement of Agri-Food Systems in the Caribbean through new € 19 Million Programme
The European Union (EU) is providing €19 million to enhance the resilience and sustainability of food systems in the Caribbean, promoting food and nutrition security, particularly for groups in vulnerable situations. This is part of the EU’s larger €600 million effort to step up support to the most vulnerable African, Caribbean and Pacific countries hit by the global food crisis.…
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