US Secy of State: Caribbean pressure on climate commitments “indispensable.”
By: Staff Writer July 7, 2023 US Secretary of State Antony Blinken encouraged Caribbean leaders to keep the pressure on G-7 countries on their climate change commitments. Mr Blinken, speaking…
CRICKET, CSME AND TRANSPORT, CARICOM 45 CLOSES
By Kimberly Ramkhalawan July 7, 2023 kramkhalawan@caribmagplus.com Curtains closed on CARICOM’s 45th Regular Heads of Government Meeting on Wednesday in downtown Port of Spain, Trinidad, and arising from its discussions…
FDI to Caribbean increased by 53 percent: DR leads the way!
By: Staff Writer July 7, 2023 The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in their latest World Investment Report, 2023 said that the Caribbean’s foreign direct investment (FDI)…
Buzzweh’s “Cook A Pot” sizzling in the streets and radio
July 7, 2023 Upcoming Dancehall artist, Buzzweh, is sizzling with his latest track “Cook A Pot”. Though he speaks about making healthy choices with his food, Buzzweh adds a comical…
Buzzweh giving “Motivation” since June 24
July 7, 2023 Riding high from the success of his last single, “Cook A Pot”, Dancehall entertainer Buzzweh gets motivational with his latest single “Motivation”. Produced by UK-based TroyLandon Music…
Commonwealth Secretary-General commends CARICOM on 50th anniversary and pledges continued support
July 7, 2023 Commonwealth Secretary-General, the Rt Hon Patricia Scotland KC, joined Caribbean leaders and eminent guests yesterday to celebrate the 50 years of CARICOM’s leadership, unity and progress, while…
Our Blue Future: PIMS Rising Tides Program Empowers Bahamian Youth to Protect Their Marine Heritage
July 7, 2023 In an age of environmental uncertainty, the Perry Institute is preparing a cadre of young Bahamian conservationists poised to defend the Caribbean seascape With its famed sapphire…
The World Bank grants additional financing of US$12M for air transport connectivity in Haiti
July 7, 2023 The World Bank Board of Directors on Wednesday approved additional financing of US$12 million for the Caribbean Regional Air Transport Connectivity Project. This new grant aims to cover…
Return to Chaguaramas: Leaders unite for commemorative ceremony at the birthplace of CARICOM
July 7, 2023 CARICOM Leaders braved the inclement weather in Trinidad and Tobago for a commemorative ceremony in observance of the 50th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of…
COMMUNIQUE Forty-Fifth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM
July 7, 2023 The Forty-fifth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) was held from 3- 5 July 2023. In acknowledgement of the…
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2023 Article IV Consultation with Dominica
July 7, 2023 On June 7, 2023, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation[1] with Dominica and endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting…
Dominica: 2023 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report for Dominica
July 7, 2023 The economy is recovering gradually but faces headwinds from the cost-of-living crisis, more limited policy space, and more frequent and costly climate shocks. Tourism rebounded in the…