Virgin Islands’ progress recognised at FATF Plenary in France
Caribnews on 07/14/2026

Virgin Islands’ progress recognised at FATF Plenary in France

TORTOLA / FRANCE – The government of the Virgin Islands has welcomed the outcome of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Plenary held from 17 to 19 June 2026, where the FATF recognised the Territory’s continued progress in strengthening the effectiveness of its anti-money laundering, counter-terr

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US Coast Guard apprehends 10 aliens, 3 smugglers near Point Loma
Caribnews on 07/14/2026

US Coast Guard apprehends 10 aliens, 3 smugglers near Point Loma

SAN DIEGO, California — The Coast Guard apprehended 10 suspected aliens and three suspected smugglers during two boarding operations near Point Loma, Sunday.At approximately 8:30 a.m., Coast Guard Sector San Diego watchstanders received a radio transmission from the Coast Guard Cutter Sea Otter (WPB

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PAHO –WHO launches strategic road safety plan for Suriname 2026 – 2030
Caribnews on 07/14/2026

PAHO –WHO launches strategic road safety plan for Suriname 2026 – 2030

PARAMARIBO, Paramaribo – The ministry of justice and police, the road safety institute, the ministry of public works and spatial planning, and the ministry of health, welfare and labour, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), launched the S

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Taiwan’s Drone Cooperation can deliver benefits to the Caribbean
Caribnews on 07/14/2026

Taiwan’s Drone Cooperation can deliver benefits to the Caribbean

By Caribbean News Global TORONTO, Canada – Drones have transformed modern warfare and intelligence gathering, reshaping the dynamics in service delivery systems, influencing global supply chain security, the semiconductor industry, and socio-economic situational awareness. Taiwan’s Drone Cooperatio

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Caribnews on 07/14/2026

More capital, fewer projects: Latin America’s investment paradox

Foreign direct investment rose 14 percent to $188 billion in 2025.Brazil accounted for much of the increase, with inflows rising from $63 billion to $77 billion.The region’s top ten recipients captured 95 percent of regional inflows.The value of announced greenfield projects fell by about one-third

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Trinidad and Tobago commences broadband connectivity for national development
Caribnews on 07/14/2026

Trinidad and Tobago commences broadband connectivity for national development

PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD – Senator Dominic Smith, minister of public administration and artificial intelligence, has stated broadband connectivity as essential infrastructure for national development, noting that reliable internet access has become as critical as roads, electricity and clean water in

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Caribnews on 07/13/2026

Venezuela demands release of frozen assets for post-earthquake reconstruction

Over 100 economists urged the US and allied governments to back Venezuela’s recovery through sanctions relief, debt cancellation, and other mechanisms.By Jessica Dos SantosCARACAS, (venezuelanalysis.com) – Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodríguez has called on UK King Charles III to release her c

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ECCB unveils new EC banknotes featuring national heroes and regional icons
Caribnews on 07/10/2026

ECCB unveils new EC banknotes featuring national heroes and regional icons

BASSETERRE, ST Kitts — The Eastern Caribbean (EC) banknotes have been redesigned to honour the people, heritage and achievements of the eight member countries of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU).Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Timothy N.J. Antoine, has unveiled the

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CARICOM outlines its position on Third Country Nationals MoU signed with the US
Caribnews on 07/09/2026

CARICOM outlines its position on Third Country Nationals MoU signed with the US

By Caribbean News Global CASTRIES, St Lucia – The conference of heads of government of the Caribbean Community met in caucus to discuss wide-ranging matters of critical concern to the Community. Discussions included MOUs on transit arrangements of Third Country Nationals (TCNs) proposed to individua

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