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Advancement of Community hinges on strong youth presence, voice

Fifty years is a noteworthy accomplishment for an integration movement, particularly in a Region which has its foundation on colonialism and in which Member States continue to grapple with prevailing issues of climate change, crime, poverty, and unemployment. Notwithstanding, Caribbean countries continue to display an unprecedented degree of tenacity and resilience. As we reflect on the past 49 years, significant efforts have been made by CARICOM to involve and include young people, its largest demographic.

At Caribbean Summit, UN chief calls for climate action, debt relief, and urgent aid for Haiti

Haiti

The security situation in Haiti “is appalling,” said UN Secretary-General António Guterres, recalling his recent visit to the fragile nation. He called for swift action at a time when the humanitarian needs are “soaring”. And although “there is not yet the political solution in sight”, the UN chief expressed hope and optimism.

The Grand Anse Declaration

The Grand Anse Declaration refers to a significant political development in the history of the Commonwealth Caribbean Region. It was adopted on 12 July 1989 during the Heads of Government Conference held in Grand Anse, Grenada.

Return to Chaguaramas: Leaders unite for commemorative ceremony at the birthplace of CARICOM

Wednesday, 5 July 2023 (CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown): 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 Chaguaramas, which gave birth to the regional organization.

Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The University of the West Indies

The following statement is issued by Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The University of the West Indies, on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of CARICOM.

Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, Foreign Affairs Minister, Jamaica

CARICOM DAY | 4^thJuly 2023

“50 Years Strong: A Solid Foundation to Build on”

It is an honour and a pleasure to extend warm greetings on the occasion of CARICOM Day which this year takes on added significance as it marks the commemoration of the 50^th Anniversary of the establishment of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

The Caribbean Examinations Council® (CXC®) at 50

The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) is a regional institution that is geared at developing the human capital of the Caribbean people. It provides:

Hon. Hugh Hilton Todd, Foreign Affairs Minister, Co‑operative Republic of Guyana

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation is pleased to extend greetings to all the people of the Caribbean Community on the occasion of CARICOM Day 2023. This year is of special significance as it marks the Golden Jubilee of the founding of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), which came into being with the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas, in Trinidad and Tobago on 4 July 1973, by the leaders of Guyana, Barbados, Jamaica and Trinidad and Tobago.

The CARICOM Youth Ambassador Programme

The CARICOM Youth Ambassador Programme (CYAP) marks its 30^th anniversary this year. The CYAP was initially the Regional Youth Ambassador Programme (RYAP) and was launched at the Conference of Heads of Government during the 20th Anniversary of signing the Treaty of Chaguaramas in 1993.

Renee Atwell, CARICOM Youth Ambassador

Remarks by Ms. Renee Atwell, Dean of the CARICOM Youth Ambassador Corps at the commemorative activities at Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago, 4 July 2023

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