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Climate change could cost Caribbean millions annually
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, CMC – Caribbean countries have been warned that if left unchecked, climate-related natural disasters, especially hurricane and drought, could result in losses estimated at US$
Youth Month 2015 Observed Under The Theme “give Youth A Voice, Inspire Greatness”
Youth Month 2015 is celebrated during November under the theme “Give Youth a Voice and Inspire Greatness.”
Conformity Assessment Bodies
Conformity Assessment Bodies across CARIFORUM States were encouraged on Monday to work together to build a stronger network to improve the quality and ease of regional and international trade.
Caribbean to get support from UNESCO to meet Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) will be providing support to Caribbean countries to enable them
CTO launches Travel Trends Report 2015 at World Travel Market
LONDON, UK – The Caribbean Tourism Organiation (CTO) today launched its UK and European Travel Industry Trends & Insight Report 2015, p
Local Youth Programs Guided by International Best Practices
The Department of Youth continues to ensure that opportunities to engage in regional and international conferences are seized as part of the process to positively develop young people.
CCJ grants historic constitutional relief to Maya people
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) today delivered its decision in The Maya Leaders Alliance et al v the Atto
IMF approves funds for storm-hit Dominica
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on October 28, 2015 approved a disbursement of an amount of about US$8.7-million for Dominica as the island rebuilds following the ravag
CCREEE reaches the next step in development
A collective approach to developing the region’s renewable energy resources, improving the use of energy and increasing resilience to climate change, has reached its next step in development.
CARICOM climate change ministers and negotiators working out COP21 strategy
CASTRIES, St. Lucia, Wednesday October 28, 2015 – CARICOM climate change negotiators and ministers began a two-day meeting in St.
Regional financial services sector called on to be proactive not reactive
The Caribbean region has to take ownership of regulatory issues affecting the international financial services sector.
CARICOM and Brazil strengthening relations – SG pays official visit
At the request of the Foreign Minister of Brazil, H.E. Mauro Luiz Vieira, Secretary-General Ambassador Irwin LaRocque paid an official visit to Brazil on 26 October 2015.
Redouble efforts on Deposit Insurance – CARICOM ASG
Redouble efforts and focus on the “critical policy intervention” of Deposit Insurance, CARICOM Assistant Secretary-General, Trade and Economic Integration, Mr. Joseph Cox, said Monday.
Pursue more vibrant statistics agenda – Dr. Philomen Harrison
Regional statisticians and stakeholders in the sector are meeting in Bridgetown, Barbados, this week on the heels of the observances earlier this month of Caribbean Statistics Day and World Statist
Animation Bootcamp - Off To A Great Start!
For the past 14 years, the Animae Caribe Festival has been a project in research and development.
‘Animating the Caribbean’ expanding its network
The Region’s largest animation and digital media festival, Animae Caribe, is staging its 14th edition of the festival from 27 – 31 October, 2015, in Trinidad and Tobago.
Caribbean tourist arrivals outpacing other major regions
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is forecasting a five to six per cent growth in tourist arrivals for the region in 2015.
CARICOM and Costa Rica to promote joint interests
Costa Rica has committed to finding common ground with the Caribbean Community on global climate change positions.
CARICOM to mount Observation Mission for Haiti’s Elections
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will mount an Election Observation Mission in Haiti for the first round of the Presidential Elections and the second round of the Legislative Elections which will