CARICOM lauds Grenada’s dedication to regional integration and its unwavering pursuit of climate justice

Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, recognised Grenada’s commitment to regional integration as the nation celebrates its 51st Independence Anniversary under the theme 'The Next 50: Embracing a Future of Development, Transformation and Unity.'

Dr. Barnett highlighted Grenada’s significant contributions to advance Science and Technology, including Information and Communications, in CARICOM and emphasised Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell’s leadership in achieving the Region’s sustainable development goals.

The Secretary-General noted that this year’s theme reflects the progressive spirit of the Grenadian people; a key factor in their past achievements that will be the impetus of their future progress.

Commending the country’s unwavering pursuit of climate justice, the Secretary-General lauded its resilience in recovering from the severe impacts of Hurricane Beryl and called it “exemplary.”

“We stand united in advocating for an international legal framework to hold major polluters accountable for global warming, and to secure the necessary resources for our survival and sustainable development,” Dr Barnett stated.

The full message reads as follows:

On behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), I extend warm regards to the Government and People of Grenada as you celebrate the Fifty-first Anniversary of your country’s Independence, under the theme “The Next 50: Embracing a Future of Development, Transformation and Unity.”

The spirit of progressiveness promoted by this year’s theme is indicative of the People of Grenada’s commitment to excellence, a driving force behind past successes and a crucial element for continued progress. Grenada's invitation to Member States to join its Independence celebrations fosters stronger ties within our Community and demonstrates dedication to regional unity.

Grenada’s resilience amidst ongoing recovery efforts from the devastating effects of Hurricane Beryl is exemplary. In this vein, we recognise Grenada's unwavering pursuit of climate justice.

We stand united in advocating for an international legal framework to hold major polluters accountable for global warming, and to secure the necessary resources for our survival and sustainable development.

Grenada's dedication to regional integration, particularly its ongoing contributions to the development of Science and Technology, including Information and Communications, within CARICOM, is highly valued. Prime Minister, your leadership in this crucial domain is of paramount importance to the Region’s attainment of its sustainable development goals.

I extend best wishes to the Government and People of Grenada as you mark your Fifty-first Anniversary of Independence. I trust that the road ahead will lead to increased prosperity as you embrace a future of development, transformation and unity.