KINGSTON, Jamaica - Below is an edited version of a public lecture by Ambassador Albert R. Ramdin, assistant secretary general of the OAS, at the UWI, Mona, on March 19.
A few weeks ago, I read two separate headlines in the Caribbean press about CARICOM, which may have confused many. The headlines, which came within days of each other, were self-explanatory. One read 'CARICOM is in danger'. The other stated boldly, 'CARICOM is safe'.
Both articles quoted men of great prominence and unquestionable experience in leadership in the region. Interestingly, their points began on the same premises. Their arguments paralleled on many fronts. It was their conclusions, however, that resulted in the sharp contrast in the headlines.