The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has lauded Dominica for its unwavering commitment to regional integration and sustainable development. In a congratulatory message marking the Commonwealth of Dominica’s Forty-Seventh Anniversary of Independence, CARICOM Secretary-General Dr. Carla Barnett commended the nation’s progress and leadership in advancing the regional integration movement. Dr. Barnett highlighted Dominica’s pivotal role in implementing full freedom of movement across CARICOM by 1 October 2025, describing it as a historic milestone in achieving collective integration goals. The message underscored Dominica’s dedication to its development objectives, encapsulated in this year’s theme, “47 Years of Progress and Purpose.” Dr. Barnett extended best wishes for continued peace, prosperity, and progress to the government and people of Dominica. CARICOM, established in 1973, continues to champion economic integration, foreign policy coordination, human and social development, and security cooperation among its fifteen Member States and six Associate Members. Dominica’s efforts exemplify CARICOM’s mission to create a unified, resilient, and globally competitive community.
Dominica has made consistent efforts towards development – CARICOM SG says on country’s Independence Anniversary
