ST. KITTS AND NEVIS – Prime Minister Dr. Godwin Friday of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is participating in the landmark 50th Regular Meeting of the CARICOM Conference of Heads of Government, joining fellow regional leaders in critical deliberations aimed at shaping the Caribbean’s future trajectory. The summit, convened under the chairmanship of St. Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, carries the ambitious theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM.
The historic gathering brings together heads of government from across the Caribbean Community to address pressing regional priorities including enhanced economic cooperation, sustainable development initiatives, food security measures, climate resilience strategies, regional security frameworks, and the accelerated strengthening of Caribbean integration mechanisms.
Prime Minister Friday’s involvement demonstrates his administration’s steadfast commitment to advancing St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ interests within the regional integration movement while fostering collaborative partnerships to tackle shared challenges and capitalize on growth opportunities. His participation includes active engagement in plenary sessions and bilateral discussions with regional counterparts on matters of mutual interest, all directed toward fortifying cooperation throughout the Community.
The conference’s opening ceremony, held at the Marriott Dome in Frigate Bay from 4:00 PM local time, marks the commencement of this significant diplomatic event. NBC Radio provided live coverage of the ceremonial proceedings, allowing citizens across the region to witness this pivotal moment in Caribbean diplomacy.