By Special contributorST JOHN’S, Antigua – Antigua and Barbuda is “stepping into a new era, a renaissance shaped by focused development, innovation, and opportunity for all’ cites Melford W. Nicholas at the launch of RENAISSANCE, “The 2026 manifesto sets out a path grounded in delivery and national
BRADES, Montserrat – Montserrat’s premier and minister of finance and economic management, Reuben T. Meade presented a budget of XCD 345.95 M for the 2026/27 financial year. The budget, themed “Economic Restoration and Transformation with Social Empowerment,” was presented against the backdrop of ge
Summary Progress in disease surveillance, laboratory capacity, and emergency preparedness, while stressing that the sustainability of the health workforce remains a pressing priority.The need to accelerate action to stem the loss of skilled professionals and strengthen capabilities, noting the role
By Rochelle WilliamsKINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The National Housing Trust (NHT) is shifting focus towards large-scale master plan developments that can deliver housing at the scale Jamaica requires, says Prime Minister, Dr Andrew Holness, the next major project in this regard is the Greater Innswood
By Special contributorST JOHN’S, Antigua – The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) launched its manifesto, RENAISSANCE, on April 20, 2026, for the April 30 general elections, focused on – a covenant with the people! “It is built on a record of delivery. It is shaped by a clear understanding of t
$10 million in programming to support resilient Caribbean port infrastructure through the Caribbean Basin Security InitiativeWASHINGTON, USA – On Monday, the US Department of State convened a roundtable with US maritime industry leaders and Caribbean port authorities to advance commercial diplomacy
WASHINGTON, USA – President Trump’s National Security Strategy makes clear: this administration will deny adversarial powers the ability to own or control vital assets or threaten the security and prosperity of the United States in our region. The Department of State is working to advance American l
By Special contributorSt JOHN’S, Antigua – The Renaissance, 2026 manifesto of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP), says it will put food security and food sovereignty at the heart of national development, heading into the April 30, 2026, general elections.The Country Programming Framework (C
The collective pledge to the people of Antigua and BarbudaBy ABLP candidates, 2026 General Elections“We, the candidates of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party, offer ourselves, individually and collectively, to represent you in the House of Representatives and to advance your interests in the const
WASHINGTON, USA – The World Bank’s board of executive directors has approved the new Belize Early Childhood Development and Female Empowerment Project, which will generate opportunities for women and future generations by boosting women’s employment and expanding the access of quality, inclusive ea
First loans approved, injecting new capital into the island’s economyBRADES, Montserrat – The government of Montserrat, through the ministry of finance and economic management, is proud to announce that the Montserrat Business Progressive Fund (MBPF) Soft Loan Programme has approved its first wave o
Rodríguez praised the renewed ties as a “very important step” while IMF director Georgieva claimed Venezuela “desperately needs help.”By Ricardo VazCARACAS, (venezuelanalysis.com) – Venezuela has reestablished ties with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after a seven-year hiatus. Acting presiden
GUYANA / USA – The government of Guyana has advanced its development agenda on the international stage, with senior minister in the office of the president with responsibility for finance, Dr Ashni Singh, leading engagements at the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and th
GEORGETOW, Guyana, (DPI) – Minister of public service, government efficiency and implementation, Zulfikar Ally, on Thursday, engaged residents of Region Five, outlining how the upcoming Guyana Development Bank will provide interest-free, collateral-free loans to help individuals start or expand smal
