PORT A PRINCE, Haiti, Mar 6, CMC – The United Nations designated expert on human rights in Haiti, William O’Neill, has held talks with senior officials of the Haitian National Police (PNH) as part of the preparation of his upcoming report on the security situation in the French-speaking Caribbean Community (CARICOM) country. O’Neill, who met […]
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Government defends decision to embark upon new era in energy development
NASSAU, Bahamas, Mar 6, CMC – Prime Minister Phillip Davis says a modern energy system is necessary for The Bahamas, given its ability to grow and compete. Addressing an Energy Reform Stakeholder Forum, Prime Minister Davis said that manufacturers will not invest where power is unreliable and that hotels cannot deliver world-class service when they […]
Jamaica to discontinue arrangement with Cuba regarding deployment of medical professionals
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Mar. 6, CMC – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday said the Government of Jamaica has made the decision to discontinue the current arrangement regarding the deployment of medical professionals in the public health sector by the Government of Cuba. In a media release the government said this decision comes as both Governments […]
Jamaicans in UAE could benefit from charter flight organized by other Caribbean counties
KINGSTON, Jamaica, Mar. 5, CMC – Jamaicans in the United Arab Emirates, UAE, have been advised of a charter flight being coordinated by several Caribbean countries that may be able to accommodate those wanting to leave the region. Ambassador Jason Hall The advisory to Jamaicans was posted in a letter from Jamaica’s ambassador designate to […]
PM Terrance Drew Honoured at Ghana’s 69th Independence Anniversary Celebrations
Accra, Ghana, March 06, 2026: Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, was recognized as a special guest during the 69th Independence Anniversary celebrations of Ghana, held at Jubilee House in Accra on Friday, March 6, 2026. The event marked the final engagement of his Official State Visit to […]
Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew Pays Tribute at Cape Coast Castle During Official Visit to Ghana
Cape Coast, Ghana, March 05, 2026: Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, visited the historic Cape Coast Castle on Thursday, March 5, during a stop in the Central Region of Ghana as part of his Official State Visit. The guided tour of the centuries old fortress provided a solemn […]
Who Gains, Who Loses: The Global Cost of the Iran War, and the Caribbean Fallout
By Sir Ronald Sanders It is a mistake to believe that the war in Iran and the retaliatory actions in the Gulf are too far away to matter to the Caribbean. The fallout is already reaching the region, pushing up the costs of fuel, freight, and everyday goods across the region. For import-dependent economies, this […]
Saint Lucia: Government Of Saint Lucia Responds To United Kingdom Decision To Introduce Visa Requirement For Saint Lucian Nationals
The UK Government indicated that there has been a notable increase in Saint Lucian nationals entering the UK as visitors and subsequently claiming asylum, which it says has placed pressure on its border and asylum processes. The Government of Saint Lucia has formally received communication from the United Kingdom Government advising that a visit visa […]
Saint Lucia: Prime Minister Leads High-Level Engagement with Tourism Sector on Dry-Season Water Supply Challenges; Working Group to Advance Immediate Solutions
The meeting formed part of the Prime Minister’s continued direct engagement with stakeholders as the Government works to stabilize water supply disruptions The Office of the Prime Minister has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to addressing the current dry-season water supply challenges following a high-level meeting convened by Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre on March 4, […]
Great Britain: Reduced Bills For Around 300,000 Households In WaterSure Reform
Hundreds of thousands of households will benefit from lower water bills after the Government today (Fri March 6th) announced a major reform of WaterSure. Low-income households who use high amounts of water can qualify to have their bills capped. They must have a water meter and either a specific medical condition or three or more children living at home. More […]