PARIS, France – The government of France has provided a second instalment of CHF 1.7 million (approximately EUR 1.9 million) to support technical assistance and capacity-building programmes for developing economies and least-developed countries (LDCs).Through the agreement signed by France and the W
By Britney StevensKINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) is encouraging Caribbean nations to adopt a more strategic and coordinated approach to high-skilled migration, viewing it as both a challenge and an opportunity for sustainable development.The call was made by dire
USA / HAITI – The UN has raised concern over a growing number of vulnerable Haitians – particularly pregnant women, new mothers, and infants – being deported from the Dominican Republic.According to the UN migration agency, IOM, recent weeks have seen an increase in the deportation of women, includi
By Laura QuinonesAt a high-stakes virtual summit on Wednesday, UN secretary-general António Guterres and Brazilian president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva brought together 17 national leaders from major economies and climate-vulnerable countries. The goal was to accelerate global climate ambition ahead
BARBADOS / ST LUCIA – A new Learning Resource Centre is offering opportunities for academic and personal growth to vulnerable children and youth at the New Beginnings Transit Home in Saint Lucia.The Learning Resource Centre—a cheerful, renovated space equipped with desks, desktop and laptop computer
KINGSTON, Jamaica – The government of Jamaica has strengthened national capacity to disrupt the illegal supply of guns and to address the roots of violence in schools and communities, with the support of a 750,000 USD joint United Nations (UN) intervention.Implemented over three years in collaborat
WASHINGTON, USA — The World Bank Group on Wednesday, announced the launch of the next phase of its Private Sector Investment Lab, focused on implementing proven solutions at scale. This new chapter also expands the Lab’s membership to include industry leaders with experience generating jobs in devel
The ability to locate and deal with drones operating in unauthorized areas is vital to maintaining secure borders and protecting assets. The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and Canadian partners are testing and deploying the latest technology to address these challenges.In early autumn near
By FocusEconomicsCentre-right Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa secured a decisive re-election victory in the 13 April runoff vote, defeating leftist Revolución Ciudadana (RC) candidate Luisa González with 56 percent of the vote. The margin of victory significantly exceeded poll projections, signall
By Caribbean News Global CASTRIES, St Lucia, (CNG Business) – The Fifth Session of the Twelfth Parliament is scheduled for Tuesday, April 22, 2025. His Excellency, Sir Cyril Errol Melchiades Charles, the Governor General, will meet both Houses in joint session to receive a message. Members of the Ho
WASHINGTON, USA – A staff team has been actively engaging with the Colombian authorities in the context of the ongoing 2025 Article IV consultation, with visits to Bogotá in mid-February and early-April.Oner and Ding issued the following statement:The Colombian economy continues to expand with some
New ILO report provides unprecedented data on workers in web-based digital platforms in Latin America and the Caribbean.LIMA, PERU, (ILO News) – Platform work is growing rapidly in Latin America and the Caribbean, transforming the world of work and opening new opportunities, while also raising impor
Haiti is on the verge of “total chaos” as coordinated gang violence continues to escalate, threatening the State’s ability to maintain public order, the UN’s top envoy for the country warned on Monday.PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti – Special Representative María Isabel Salvador told ambassadors in the Securi
WASHINGTON, USA, (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today presented Implementation of the essential public health functions in the Americas: Evaluation and strengthening of capacities. This report highlights the urgent need to strengthen public health capacities in the institutions
