CARICOM Governments and people have, over the past week, expressed their horror and disgust at the tragic and premeditated acts of terrorism which took place in the United States of America on 11 September. We condemn these dastardly acts which rank among the most reprehensible that have been afflicted on the innocent in modern times.

These attacks have plunged our world into an unprecedented period of peril, fear and uncertainty. They have also brought immense suffering to numerous families not only in the USA but also in several countries around the world, including Caribbean States.

Like those in the United States, the people of the Caribbean are beginning to count their losses in both human life and in terms of the eventual significant economic dislocation and distress to all our states. We extend to those who have suffered grievous loss, our heartfelt sympathy. They shall be remembered in our prayers.

As we mourn, the Caribbean Community declares its solidarity with the Government and people of the United States, in demanding that the masterminds, and those in collusion with them, be found and that justice be done.

Georgetown, Guyana
20 September 2001