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Guyana, Barbados creating new investment fund as travel becomes easier with digital ID card
Just as Guyana and Barbados officially launched a new programme to make travel between the two countries much easier, the leaders of both states say they will continue to partner and are now looking at a new investment fund. On Monday, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley became the first Bajan to travel to Guyana using...
CCJ rules Suriname breached CARICOM national’s rights; landmark ruling could reshape regional business climate
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has ruled that Suriname breached the treaty rights of a Trinidad and Tobago national...
President: Guyana deploys more assets at border with Venezuela, working on intelligence with allies
Guyana has deployed additional security assets along its western border and is working with international allies following recent armed attacks...
New River Triangle included in internationally-recognised map of Guyana- Foreign Affairs
See below the full statement from Guyana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International...
US freezes funding for security mission tackling Haiti’s gangs
(Reuters) – More than $13 million in U.S. funding for an international security force helping fight armed gangs in Haiti...
US, Colombia reach deal on deportations; tariff, sanctions put on hold
(Reuters) The U.S. and Colombia pulled back from the brink of a trade war on Sunday after the White House...
Colombian president orders increase of import tariffs on US goods after Trump order
(The Hill) Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Sunday ordered an increase of import tariffs on goods from the United States...
US announces $25m reward for arrest of Venezuela’s Maduro
(BBC News) The US has announced an increased $25m (£20.4m) reward for information leading to the arrest of Venezuelan President...
CARICOM welcomes Mia Mottley as new Chairman
“In our unity lies our strength. This must be our truth and our rallying cry. Whether tackling the climate crisis,...
Public Works Ministry Addresses British Airways Flight Cancellation
See below press release from the Ministry of Public Works: The Ministry of Public Works is actively monitoring the significant...
Trinidad’s state of emergency triggered by use of high-powered illegal weapons, gang violence
The Government of Trinidad and Tobago, in declaring a State of Emergency (SOE) in the wee hours of Monday morning,...
Trinidad declares State of Emergency
(Loop News) Trinidad and Tobago has declared a State of Emergency. In a statement Monday morning, the government said: “Pursuant...
Suriname’s ex-President Desi Bouterse dies
(Reuters) Suriname’s former President Desi Bouterse has died aged 79, the country’s government said on Wednesday, almost a year after...
‘Layers of bureaucracy’ in Trinidad still affecting regional trade
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has an ambitious goal: cutting down the exorbitant amount of money it spends on importing food...
Canada to establish new Caribbean skills fund to support Guyana, other CARICOM nations
See below the full release from Global Affairs Canada: Canada continues to strengthen its partnership with Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries...
Trinidad MP Lisa Morris-Julian and her two children die in fire
(Trinidad Express)- Member of Parliament for D’Abadie/O’Meara Lisa Morris-Julian has died in a house fire along with two children. The...
UK’s support for Guyana’s territorial integrity unwavering – Lammy
David Lammy, the British Foreign Secretary, made it clear that the United Kingdom firmly supports Guyana’s territorial integrity and sovereignty....
‘It’s time for reciprocity’ – Jagdeo tells manufacturers complaining of enduring regional trade barriers
Manufacturers continue to complain about barriers that hinder the export of their products within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Vice...
Industrial action in Trinidad disrupting business, causing price hikes – GMSA
See below the full release from the Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA): The Guyana Manufacturing and Services Association (GMSA)...
‘Cultural icon’ Eddy Grant gets Barbados’ Order of Freedom
The President of Barbados Dame Sandra Mason presented Eddy Grant with the Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados at the...
‘More than a new route’ – interCaribbean Airways launches direct flight between Guyana and Grenada
InterCaribbean Airways launched a direct flight between Guyana and Grenada on Sunday, aiming to create business opportunities and connect Caribbean...
