On Thursday, October 15, 2026, Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica is in Washington D.C. to take part in the high-profile US-Caribbean Dialogue, an event organized by the United States Department of State. This gathering brings together sitting heads of government from all CARICOM member states alongside senior diplomatic and policy officials from the United States, creating a structured platform to deliberate on a broad range of topics that align with the shared interests of all participating parties. Key agenda items include critical regional priorities such as cross-border security, sustainable energy development, bilateral and regional trade, cross-border investment frameworks, and coordinated disaster management strategies.
For Dominica, Skerrit’s attendance at the dialogue represents a valuable opportunity to champion the island nation’s core policy priorities while deepening collaborative ties between the Caribbean region and the United States. Beyond broad strategic discussions, scheduled talks will center on building tangible, practical partnerships in three high-impact areas: expanding access to renewable energy infrastructure, advancing critical public and private development projects, and strengthening the region’s collective capacity for disaster preparedness. Security remains a top pressing concern on the agenda, with participants set to address the growing challenges of illicit firearms trafficking and the spread of transnational organized crime across Caribbean borders.
In an official statement released ahead of the meeting, the Office of the Prime Minister of Dominica reaffirmed the country’s longstanding commitment to constructive diplomatic engagement with both the United States and its fellow Caribbean community partners. This ongoing cooperation is rooted in three core goals: improving the quality of life for all Dominican citizens, building greater national and regional resilience to systemic shocks, and expanding economic and social opportunities across the island. To ensure continuity of governance during Prime Minister Skerrit’s travel to Washington D.C., Dr. Irving McIntyre – who currently holds the cabinet portfolios of Minister for Finance, Economic Development, Climate Resilience and Social Security – has been appointed to serve as Acting Prime Minister for the duration of the visit.