By: caricom.org Four Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Member States—Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines—are on track to implement full Free Movement among themselves from 1 October this year. By implementing the full free movement regime, these four countries have agreed to grant their nationals the right to enter, leave and re-enter, move freely, […]
Editorial credit: Dennis MacDonald / Shutterstock.com Barbados—a vibrant Eastern Caribbean republic—merges rich Afro-Caribbean heritage, English-speaking accessibility, and a well-developed, investor-friendly economy. For African American investors seeking cultural alignment, strategic growth, and regional engagement, Barbados offers compelling opportunities through tourism, finance, creative enterprise, and residency pathways. Culture & Identity Barbadian culture is deeply rooted in West […]
By Caribbean Business Report The President of the Executive Council of Martinique, Serge Letchimy, visited the Caribbean Export Development Agency in Barbados February 21st, 2025. The visit coincided with Martinique’s significant milestone of signing an accession agreement to become an associate member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). During discussions at Caribbean Export, President Letchimy outlined […]
Ready for Spring Break? Take a Trip to the Caribbean! By Paradise Destinations Travel Spring break is the perfect time to escape the stresses of school or work and embrace a sunny, relaxing getaway. If you are dreaming of crystal-clear waters, white sandy beaches, vibrant cultures, and endless activities, the Caribbean is the ideal destination […]
The CARICOM Multilateral Air Services Agreement (MASA) will be in focus at the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM in Bridgetown, Barbados, from 19 – 21 February 2025, under the Chairmanship of the Hon. Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados. Transportation is one of the key items on the Heads’ […]
By Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation The Ministry of Health and Wellness has confirmed two adult cases of the Oropouche virus disease (OROV) in Barbados. OROV, which circulates in Central and South America and the Caribbean, can be transmitted to humans through bites from midges (commonly known as sand flies) and certain Culex mosquitoes, both commonly found in bushy […]
Another CARICOM Member State has ratified the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement). Saint Lucia deposited its Instruments of Ratification on 26 November 2024, joining Belize and Barbados in ratifying the BBNJ […]
By Government of Barbados Death, inevitably, brings with it sadness — but it also provides a moment for pause and reflection that so often can serve to blunt the effects of that sadness. Today, on behalf of the Government and people of Barbados, I pause to reflect on the passing of a dear friend, Herbert […]
Photo: President of Barbados, Her Excellency The Most Honorable Dame Sandra Mason (right), presents centenarian Mohini Kessuram with a bouquet of flowers. (T. Barker/BGIS). Courtesy: BGIS By Barbados Government Information Service It was a dream come true for Mrs. Morhini Kessuram, who celebrated her 100th birthday, on June 15, 2024, at her home, surrounded by […]
Photo courtesy: GIS By Fabian Belgrave Minister of Youth, Sports and Community Empowerment, Charles Griffith, has reiterated that Government is committed to ensuring that young people succeed. Mr. Griffith was delivering remarks at the launch of the Youth Entrepreneurship Scheme’s (YES) Entrepreneurial Development Training Program for 50 young entrepreneurs at Sky Mall, Haggatt Hall, St. Michael, […]