WASHINGTON, USA, (PAHO) – Drug use disorders are a major and growing public health problem in the Americas. Drug use is among the top 10 risk factors contributing to all-cause mortality and disability in the Region, according to findings published in the Pan American Journal of Public Health.In 2021
– With the multilateral system under pressure and under attack, member states must fight for the United Nations, the president of the General Assembly said on Wednesday, laying out her priorities for its resumed 80th session. NEW YORK, USA – Annalena Baerbock noted that the New Year began with cris
LA PAZ, Bolivia — The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) and Bolivian authorities agreed on a $4.5 billion package for 2026-2028 to support the new government’s ambitious reform agenda to stabilise the economy, restore growth, and expand job creation. It includes targeted financing fo
On January 12, 2026, the executive board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the 2025 Article IV consultation discussions with Saint Lucia and considered and endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting, on a lapse of time basis.Saint Lucia has staged a robust performance in recent
KINGSTOWN, St Vincent – The countdown to SVG Sailing Week 2026 has officially begun following a successful media launch and signing ceremony, which brought together government leaders, sponsors, partners, sailing stakeholders and members of the media to formally chart the course for the 2026 staging
By Garwin DavisKINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – Minister of agriculture, fisheries and mining, Floyd Green, says the agricultural sector is showing signs of a swift recovery in the aftermath of hurricane Melissa, with several short-term crops already returning to the market.Hurricane Melissa made landfall
WASHINGTON, USA – The Trump administration is following through on our commitment to deliver $3 million in much-needed disaster relief to the Cuban people affected by hurricane Melissa.The United States remains steadfast in supporting the Cuban people’s post-disaster recovery. The first in a series
By Caribbean News Global TORONTO, Canada – Multiple US media outlets are reporting a pause in the US immigration process for 75 countries, first reported by Fox News, which cited a State Department memo, to include 12 members of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).“As of this moment, no formal announc
By Sir Ronald SandersWASHINGTON, USA – It has been brought to my attention that media outlets, including Fox News and CVM News, are reporting that the United States Department of State is contemplating a suspension of visa processing for applicants from approximately 75 countries, including 12 membe
Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) delivered the following statement at a Committee markup of the BARCODE Efficiency Act (H.R. 6956), the Ensuring Children Receive Support Act (H.R. 6903), the NO BOSS Act (H.R. 6431), and the Supporting Pregnant and Parenting Women and Families Ac
WASHINGTON, USA — Caribbean economies have demonstrated notable resilience in the face of global economic headwinds, according to a new report from the Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group). Strong performance in tourism and energy has anchored regional growth, although significant downs
Mission of strengthening the role of agriculture in the Americas as a guarantor of global food securitySAN JOSE, Costa Rica, (IICA) – Guyanese agronomist Muhammad Ibrahim will take over as director general of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) this Thursday, January 1
DALLAS, USA – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) today reported financial results for the December quarter and full year 2025 and provided its outlook for the March quarter and full year 2026.“The Delta team delivered a strong close to our Centennial year, demonstrating the differentiation and durability w
Yet one in four developing economies remains poorer than it was in 2019WASHINGTON, USA — The global economy is proving more resilient than anticipated despite persistent trade tensions and policy uncertainty, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. Global growth is pro
