November 20, 2021
The Bahamas lifts travel ban on Haiti and Cuba
The Government of the Bahamas says it has now resumed flights to Haiti and Cuba, thereby lifting the travel ban imposed on both Caribbean nations. The announcement was made on Friday by the Prime Minister’s Press Secretary, Clint Watson who said the…
November 17, 2021
Trinidad and Tobago sign contract for country’s largest natural gas development
Trinidad and Tobago Wednesday signed an agreement allowing for one of the largest natural gas developments to be undertaken in the country estimated at more than one billion US dollars. The Manatee Production Sharing Contract with Shell Trinidad and…
November 16, 2021
CHTA predicts strong winter rebound for Caribbean
President of the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), Nicola Madden-Greig, is predicting a strong winter rebound for regional tourism based on strong health protocols in place and the increase in air service to several destinations across…
November 14, 2021
States of Emergency imposed to fight crime wave in Jamaica
Prime Minister Andrew Holness on Sunday announced the imposition of States of Emergency (SOEs) in seven police divisions across the island. Speaking during an emergency press briefing, Holness said the SOEs were declared in the western parishes of…
November 9, 2021
Caribbean countries urged to build resilience to a new generation of shocks.
The World Bank Tuesday said that while Caribbean countries have made some progress, it is urging greater resilience efforts for the region as it deals with the impact of climate change and other shocks. In a new report, the Washington-based…
November 7, 2021
US Embassy postpones all visa appointments in Haiti
The Embassy of the United States here, has announced the postponement of all visa appointments until Friday, November 12.In making the recent announcement, US officials said the Embassy remains open to services for US citizens in the French speaking…
November 5, 2021
Gang leader calls for the overthrow of Prime Minister Henry in Haiti
The leader of a federation of nine gangs, is calling for the removal of Prime Minister Ariel Henry from office, adding that it could be done “at the cost of blood”. Former policeman, Jimmy Cherizier, known as “Barbecue” and the leader of the G9…
November 4, 2021
COVID-19 causing shift in socio-economic profiles of Caribbean states
Executive Director of the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), Elizabeth Riley, says the protracted nature of the COVID-19 pandemic has caused a radical shift in the socio-economic profiles of Caribbean states. “This has put…
November 2, 2021
A united Caribbean position at COP 26
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) leaders are using the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26) to outline the region’s position on the impact of climate change on their economies. The regional leaders are steadfast in the position…
November 1, 2021
Antigua PM urges developed countries to meet their commitments
Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne, Monday urged the developed countries to adhere to their commitments to assist Small island Developing States (SIDS) meet the challenges posed by climate change warning “If sea level rise does not get…