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Caricom can’t reverse T&T backing

It is not surprising that many people, including some regional governments, are having second thoughts about the Caribbean Community’s (Caricom) endorsement of Trinidad and Tobago for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. There are …

Improving Youth Mental Health among Key Issues at the Forefront of CARICOM’s Regional Youth Agenda

Through the CARICOM–Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) agreement, the CARICOM Youth Mental Health (Psychological) First Aid Programme is strengthening the capacity of young people and youth workers to respond effectively to mental health challenges. …

Martinique authorized to join CARICOM after a unanimous vote by the Assembly

The National Assembly unanimously adopted the bill authorizing Martinique's accession to the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), marking the culmination of more than fifteen years of negotiations. The text, already approved by the Senate in January, was …

CARICOM Dispute Deepens: Sir Ronald Sanders Urges Secretary General Dr. Carla Barnett To Step Down

As controversy continues to swirl over the reappointment of CARICOM Secretary General Dr. Carla Barnett, Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the United States, Sir Ronald Sanders, is now calling on her to consider stepping down, warning that the dispute …

CARIBBEAN-POLITICS-France gives green light to Martinique to join CARICOM as Associate Member

UK Party proposes visa restrictions on Caribbean over reparations demands

Amid a declaration by the United Nations that the transatlantic slave trade ranks among the gravest crimes in human history, Caribbean reparations advocates are renewing calls for justice, even as a controversial response emerges from the UK’s political …

CARICOM Whither Goest Thou!

Dr. Fraser- Point of View It is not the first time that our regional bodies have faced major challenges. In fact, we can go back to the early sixties when our Federation after Jamaica’s withdrawal and Dr. Eric Williams of Trinidad and Tobago made his …

CARICOM calls for regional response plan to Middle East conflict

  Assistant Secretary-General of CARICOM, Dr. Wendell Samuel, has called for action to address the impact of the Middle East conflict on the Caribbean.   Dr. Samuel said CARICOM has developed a draft response matrix to address fallout from the conflict …

OP-ED: CARICOM and the new normal in international politics

CARICOM leaders with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the 50th Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in February 2026. Photo courtesy of the CARICOM SecretariatDisclaimer: The views, and claims, expressed in this article are solely those of …

The case for a stronger regional future

The present controversy over the reappointment of the Caricom Secretary-General should not be the starting point for any serious discussion of the Community’s future—but rather the strategic value of Caricom itself. Only after one understands why Caricom …

Antiguan Kelton Mich Dalso Called to Bar in St. Lucia

Kelton Mich Dalso has been called to the Bar in the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, St. Lucia Circuit, in Castries, its capital, on 14 April 2026. This call qualifies Mr. Dalso to practice law in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) pursuant to the revised …

Kamla broadsides CARICOM’s management as “dysfunctional, dishonestand incompetent”

The Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, Kamla Persad-Bissessar has slammed the management of the CARICOM Secretariat as “dysfunctional, dishonest and incompetent”. In the past two weeks, the Trinidadian Prime Minister has been stepping up her criticism …

Trinidad PM criticizes CARICOM silence over secretary-general controversy

Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar on Wednesday expressed disappointment that “not a single member” of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) foreign ministers has defended Foreign Affairs Minister Sean Sobers in the controversy surrounding …

St. Lucia Calls for Better Communication in CARICOM

Basseterre — St. Lucia’s Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is urging CARICOM leaders to improve direct communication and unity as the regional bloc continues to face disagreement over the reappointment of Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett. Speaking during …

Prime Minister Accuses CARICOM Of “Corrupt Backroom Operation”

Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar SC is accusing CARICOM of what she describes as a “corrupt backroom operation”, saying it is undermining the regional body and harming Caribbean citizens. In a strongly worded statement on Wednesday, the Prime Minister …

Trinidad PM critical of CARICOM foreign ministers as controversy over reappointment of Secretary General drags on

- Advertisement - PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Apr 15, CMC – Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister, Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Wednesday expressed her disappointment that “not a single member” the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) foreign ministers has so far defended …

Trinidad and Tobago’s PM Kamla Persad-Bissessar launches scathing attack on CARICOM leadership

Photo Credit: Times Caribbean By Aaron Humes: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of Trinidad and Tobago has publicly condemned the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), labeling it a “dysfunctional” organization plagued by “rot” and internal “dishonesty.” Her …

Antigua and Barbuda diplomat urges CARICOM Secretary General to consider resigning

- Advertisement - ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, Apr 15,  CMC – Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to the United States and the Organization of American States (OAS), Sir Ronald  Sanders is urging the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretary General, Dr. Carla Barnett …

The strategic pivot: How T&T anchors PMI’s vision for a smoke-free Caribbean

WASH­ING­TON DC T&T is emerg­ing as a crit­i­cal hub in Philip Mor­ris In­ter­na­tion­al’s (PMI) shift to­wards smoke-free prod­ucts, po­si­tion­ing the coun­try at the cen­tre of a re­gion­al tran­si­tion that could re­shape dis­tri­b­u­tion net­works …

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t: Kisaan Parivar Highlights Agriculture as the Foundation of Life-Dr. Bhupal Nanavath

When the World Stops, Farmers Don’t - The Truth About Agriculture Nobody Can Ignore HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when global systems are increasingly shaped by uncertainty, disruption, and rapid …

YWO to Launch New Digital Affiliate Program in May

Three payout models. One platform. A structured approach for affiliate partnerships . COMOROS, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YWO, a multi-licensed broker focused on trading services and partnership development, today announced that its …

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence

MIRhosting strengthens internal expertise in GDPR, compliance and customer due diligence AMSTERDAM, NORTH HOLLAND, NETHERLANDS, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MIRhosting has further expanded its internal knowledge and capabilities in the …

Kishkinda University Advances Its Academic Direction in AI & Data Science with DASCA Accreditation

KARNATAKA, INDIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kishkinda University has been awarded accreditation by the Data Science Council of America (DASCA), for its academic programs in artificial intelligence and data science, underscoring its …

Wesley Paterson Launches Debut Leadership Book The Hero's Rope on April 17, 2026

Award-winning consultant Wesley Paterson, CMC, reveals why hero culture is destroying teams and how leaders can build self-reliant organizations. NY, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wesley Paterson, CMC, internationally …

Mini Data Centers Market Trends, Investment Opportunities, and Growth Analysis Through 2033 Featuring Huawei, Vertiv

Mini Data Centers Market is estimated to be valued at USD 6.69 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 12.79 Bn by 2033, growing CAGR of 9.7% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mini Data …

Application Centric Infrastructure Market Set to Boom Rapidly, Witnessing Strong Growth Through 2033 | Fujitsu Ltd

Application Centric Infrastructure Market is estimated valued USD 6.85 Bn in 2026 and expected USD 17.36 Bn by 2033, growing at CAGR of 14.2% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market Insights …

Paul Robeson House & Museum Celebrates 128th Birthday with Milestone Event Honoring 50 Years of Legacy and Impact

Paul Robeson House & Museum Celebrates 128th Birthday with Milestone Event Honoring 50 Years of Legacy and Impact PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Paul Robeson House & Museum will host a special evening …

Landmark Lancet Study Demonstrates Safety and Efficacy of Magnetic Seizure Therapy in Depression

FARUM, DENMARK, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MagVenture, a global provider of non-invasive neuromodulation solutions, today marks the publication of a landmark randomized clinical trial evaluating Magnetic Seizure Therapy (MST) for the …

Public Transport at the Heart of Tomorrow’s Cities

Marking the Inaugural World Public Transport Day on 17 April 2026: A Keolis Vision for Smart, Human-Centered Mobility DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 17 April 2026, the world marks a defining moment …

Minetek earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™ across Australia, the United States and the Philippines

Minetek achieves Great Place To Work Certification™ in Australia, the United States and the Philippines, reflecting a high-performance, people-first culture. SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Minetek is …

At U.N. Youth Forum Side Event, Speakers Urge Trusted Data and Responsible AI for Verifiable ESG Delivery

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Speakers at an official side event of the 2026 U.N. Economic and Social Council Youth Forum called for trusted data, responsible artificial intelligence and auditable delivery …

At U.N. Youth Forum Side Event, Speakers Call for Culturally Responsive Leadership and AI-Enabled ESG Resilience

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- April 14, 2026 — Speakers at an official side event of the 2026 U.N. Economic and Social Council Youth Forum called for culturally responsive leadership, stronger youth action and …

Emanuell Charis: Neue Beobachtungen zeigen, warum Frauen sich von bestimmten Gesprächsdynamiken stärker angezogen fühlen

Aktuelle Beobachtungen aus Gesprächen deuten darauf hin, dass bestimmte Verhaltensmuster bei Männern nachhaltige Wirkung auf Frauen haben können. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hinweise aus unabhängigen …

Three-Volume Treatise on Synthetic Intelligence Now Available Worldwide

George Bancs’ Syncyclopedia of Synthanity is being called the first comprehensive intellectual framework for the age of physical AI. ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an era of rapid AI development, one …

Enkrypt AI Launches ClawPatrol: Gateway-Level AI Security for OpenClaw Agents

Industry's first three-layer security plugin enforces protection at the gateway — where the model cannot interfere BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Enkrypt AI, named a Gartner Cool Vendor in AI Security 2025, …

Announcing the 2026 Festival of Music and 23rd Washington International Piano Artists Competition for Non-Professionals

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Washington International Piano Arts Council (WIPAC), a cultural mainstay in the capital for the past quarter-century, announced the dates of its 2026 Festival of Music and …

Regional shipping networks gain as global trade routes realign

New Report maps how shifting trade flows are redrawing maritime competitiveness across the Red Sea, Strait of Hormuz, Arabian Gulf and beyond RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, April 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global trade disruption and realignment are …

Health Partners International Canada Celebrates Volunteers at Appreciation Tea April 23 in Oakville

Izzy Doll crafters and humanitarian volunteers to be honoured during National Volunteer Week April 19 to 25 OAKVILLE, ON, CANADA, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This National Volunteer Week, Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) will honour …

New Travel Data Shows Gradual Recovery in Puerto Vallarta Tourism Following February Disruption

Industry observations highlight shifting traveler behavior, reduced booking activity, and increased focus on privacy and support. PUERTO VALLARTA, JALISCO, MEXICO, April 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New travel data indicates a gradual recovery …