On October 15, 2026, the Prime Minister of Grenada delivered a keynote address marking the 18th annual observance of Caribbean Statistics Day, centering his remarks on this year’s urgent and timely theme: “Harmonising Data and Strengthening Resilience.” In his message, the Prime Minister emphasized that for the Caribbean Community (Caricom) and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) across the region, statistical data is far more than a collection of numbers — it is a foundational pillar of smart governance and long-term stability.