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Call for more political dialogue between CARICOM and EU
The need for greater political dialogue and co-operation between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the European Union was emphasised as the new EU Ambassador to CARICOM presented his credentials yesterday. CARICOM Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque noted that co-operation could be further enhanced by increasing the political dialogue while EU Ambassador Mikael Barfod spoke of the need to strengthen the political…
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CARICOM SG meets US Global AIDS Coordinator
Ambassador Irwin LaRocque, Secretary-General of theCaribbean Community (CARICOM), on Wednesday held discussions with Ambassador Deborah Birx, M.D., U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator/Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy, U.S. Presidential Emergency Plan for HIV Relief (PEPFAR). The Secretary-General and Ambassador Birx met on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. As the U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator, Ambassador Birx oversees the implementation of…
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SG discusses CARICOM-UNAIDS continued collaboration
CARICOM Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque met with UNAIDS Executive Director Mr. Michel Sedibe on the margins of the UN Meetings currently taking place in New York. The discussions centered around continued collaboration between CARICOM and UNAIDS in the fight against AIDS. The Caribbean Community has expressed whole hearted support for the Global strategy proposed by UNAIDS to achieve the bold aspirational goal…
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CARICOM SG presses the case for Debt Relief and Concessional Financing for the Region
The issues of debt and the criteria for access to concessional financing need urgent attention in the context of financing for development if the Caribbean is to achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). So said Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Ambassador Irwin LaRocque as he addressed an Interactive Dialogue at the United Nations Summit on the Post 2015…
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Belizeans determination praised – CARICOM SG
The people of Belize have shown great determination and belief in a better future as they strive to build their nation. The theme of this milestone Anniversary “Belize Renewed, Confident, Competitive, and Committed” reflects the passion in the heart of Belizeans for their homeland. CARICOM Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque in a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Hon. Dean Barrow of Belize…
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CARICOM expresses sympathy to Chile
CARICOM Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque has sent a message of condolence to the President of Chile, Her Excellency Michelle Bachelet for the loss of life and destruction of property from the earthquake which hit the country on 16 September. (eonline photo) The Secretary-General said the Caribbean Community is thankful that due in large measure to the level of preparedness, casualties…
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Happy 32! St. Kitts and Nevis – CARICOM SG
CARICOM Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque has commended the impressive strides made by St. Kitts and Nevis as he extended congratulations to the Government and People on their 32nd Anniversary of Independence. St. Kitts and Nevis celebrate on Saturday 19 September 2015 under the theme “United in Building a Stronger Nation” which the Secretary-General described as ‘one that surely resonates with your…
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CARICOM SG meets Sint Maarten delegation on Associate Membership
The Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Ambassador Irwin LaRocque, met with a delegation from Sint Maarten – one of five Caribbean countries seeking Associated Membership in CARICOM – on Monday 14 September 2015 at CARICOM Headquarters in Georgetown, Guyana. In addition to discussions on the terms and conditions of Associate Membership, the delegation received information on the structure and…
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“Discourage the consumption of products with high sugar, trans fats and salt” – SG on Caribbean Wellness Day
As we observe this year’s commemoration under the theme “Love that Body – Eat Healthy, Live Longer”, we must encourage more Member States to adopt the measures recently taken by two of our Member States to discourage the consumption of products with high sugar, trans fats and salt content. These measures will not be without resistance from industry but evidence…
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CARICOM SG congratulates Dr. Rowley
Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Ambassador Irwin LaRocque has extended congratulations to the new Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago Dr the Honourable Keith Rowley. The Secretary-General said; “I congratulate Dr the Honourable Keith Rowley on his ascension to the office of Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago. His long Parliamentary career and his varied experience in Cabinet will…
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