COMMENTARY: Rising gun crimes in the Caribbean: Urgent action required by all

By: Sir Ronald Sanders August 23, 2024 There is an alarming surge in gun-related violence, particularly among younger people and gangs. This plague has now spread from other parts of…

US sanctions former Haitian president Martelly

By: Staff Writer August 23, 2024 The United States Treasury Department Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) in a release earlier this week said they have sanctioned former Haitian president…

Panama Canal authorizes 50 ft draft size due to lake Gatun rise

By: Staff Writer August 23, 2024 The Panama Canal Authority announced authorized draft starting immediately will be 50 feet as Gatun lake is projected to rise. An additional transit slot…

STATEMENT from the Hon. Dickon Mitchell, Chairman of the Caribbean Community on increasing vigilance following the mpox outbreak

August 23, 2024 The recent declaration by the World Health Organization (WHO) regarding the outbreak of mpox, specifically the more transmissible clade 1b, emphasises the importance of heightened vigilance within…

STATEMENT from the Eminent Persons Group (EPG)| Following the Visit to Haiti, 11-16 August 2024

August 23, 2024 In response to an invitation from the President of the Transitional Presidential Council (TPC) and calls from stakeholders, the CARICOM Eminent Persons Group (EPG) made an in-person…

Mission to Observe Elections of Judicial Authorities in Guatemala Welcomes Progress Towards the Renewal of Magistrates

August 23, 2024 The Mission of the Organization of American States (OAS) to Observe the Elections for Judges of the Supreme Court of Justice and Courts of Appeals in Guatemala…

IMF Reaches Staff-Level Agreement with Suriname on the Seventh Review of the Extended Arrangement Under the Extended Fund Facility

August 23, 2024 An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Ms. Anastasia Guscina conducted a mission with the Surinamese authorities during July 29-August 8 to discuss policies to complete…

Caribbean Export Recognized as Strategic Partner for Export and Investment Development

August 23, 2024 In a prestigious ceremony, the Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic (ProDominicana) awarded Caribbean Export a special recognition for its vital support in executing projects…

Indigenous Peoples Call for Greater Empowerment at CDB Annual Meeting Forum

August 23, 2024 Indigenous leaders from across the Caribbean and Canada called for greater economic empowerment, participation in decision-making, and robust protection of rights at an Indigenous Peoples Forum which…

Experts Chart Pathways for Peace in Haiti at Caribbean Development Bank Annual Meeting

August 23, 2024 In a significant move to address Haiti’s ongoing crisis, experts at the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB)’s 54th Annual Meeting outlined strategies for restoring stability and fostering peace…

CDB Acting President Restates the Bank’s Commitment to Caribbean Prosperity at Annual Meeting

August 23, 2024 The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB/the Bank) has reaffirmed its commitment to spearheading transformative initiatives to accelerate economic growth and bolster resilience across the Caribbean. Acting President, Mr.…

CDB Launches Knowledge Exchange Lab to Advance Gender Equality in the Caribbean

August 23, 2024 Recognising the critical need for a collaborative platform to advance gender equality in the region, the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has launched the Gender Equality Knowledge Exchange…