Debt managers from across the Commonwealth will meet in London from 23 to 27 March 2026 at theCommonwealth Public Debt Management ForumBy Vikas PandeyGovernments today are under growing pressure to manage public finances more carefully. Rising debt levels, tighter budgets, and greater public scrutin
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO – IDB Invest subscribed to an 800 million Mexican pesos sustainable bond (approximately $46 million) issued by Banco Inmobiliario Mexicano (BIM) to support the construction of affordable, sustainable, and resilient housing in Mexico.The proceeds from the subscription will be used
CASTRIES, St Lucia, (OECS) – In a landmark achievement for South-South cooperation and regional integration, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) proudly supports the first-ever large-scale commercial charter flight originating from the Caribbean directly to the African continent, org
TRINIDAD / GUYANA – Minister of health Dr Frank Anthony has reported that AIDS-related deaths in the Caribbean declined by more than 60 percent since 2010, marking a major milestone in the region’s public health response.The minister made the remarks while attending the 10th meeting of the National
TRINIDAD / BARBADOS – On 20 March 2026, Justice Winston Anderson, president of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), delivered a keynote address at the International Conference titled “Climate Change Advisory Opinions from International Courts: Exploring Synergies and Implications”, hosted by the F
GENEVA, Switzerland – World trade is set to slow in 2026 following stronger than expected growth in 2025 on the back of surging trade in AI-enabling products. World Trade Organization (WTO) economists warn that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could further reduce trade growth if energy price
COLOMBIA – United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports that the humanitarian situation in Colombia continues to deteriorate amid armed violence, severe movement restrictions and repeated climate shocks.With up to a 70 percent chance of above-normal rainfall in A
WASHINGTON, USA – The General Secretariat of the Organization of American States (OAS) will celebrate, from March 23 to 27, 2026, under the coordination of the Office of the Assistant Secretary General, the IX Inter-American Week for People of African Descent in the Americas, established as one of
USA / MEXICO – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), in collaboration with authorities from five countries in the region (Argentina, Belize, Colombia, Mexico, and Paraguay), as well as various strategic partners, held the workshop titled “Strengthening Legislative and Regulatory Frameworks to
KINGSTON, Jamaica, (UNDP) – Another milestone in innovative partnerships for environmental sustainability was established March 19, when the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Environmental Foundation of Jamaica (EFJ) officially joined forces on Jamaica’s national climate and ecosys
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has issued a strong call for Guyana’s private sector to take the lead in navigating mounting global economic pressures, urging businesses to play a central role in stabilising prices, sustaining growth, and protecting consumers.Addressing t
USA / St Kitts – The IMF-Caribbean Regional Technical Assistance Centre (CARTAC) conducted a technical assistance mission to St. Kitts and Nevis during September 22–October 1, 2025, at the request of the statistics division, to support the rebasing of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and strengthen nati
ST GEORGE’S Grenada, (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), working closely with Grenada’s ministry of health, is emphasising the importance of community trust, including faith-based engagement, and clear communication in advancing national efforts to prevent cervical cancer.These pri
WASHINGTON, USA — Rebalancing water use across the global food system is key to meeting future food demand sustainably and could generate 245 million long-term jobs, largely in Sub-Saharan Africa, according to a new World Bank Group report launched today.The report – Nourish and Flourish: Water Solu
