REMARKS BY H.E. ALEXIS ROSADO, CHAIRMAN, AT THE OPENING OF THE FIRST MEETING OF THE TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE UNDER THE CARIFORUM-EU ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT (EPA), 9-10 JUNE 2011, BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS
Let me begin by recognizing Barbados, our gracious hosts. I want to thank our hosts for the excellent arrangements put in place for this historic Meeting.
Barbados is known for its warmth and hospitality, and so we are happy to be here.
I want to welcome all here to the opening of this First Meeting of the Trade and Development Committee under the CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA).