The São Paulo Round Protocol of the Global System of Trade Preferences among Developing Countries (GSTP) is one ratification away from entering into force, marking a major milestone for South–South trade cooperation after almost three decades of negotiations and preparations.UNCTAD estimates that im
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali on Thursday unveiled the government’s comprehensive plan to eliminate Guyana’s housing backlog, announcing that pending applications in every administrative region, except Region Four, are expected to be cleared by the end of 2027.During a
By Mark Ensign“Taiwan knows how to build,” and has built “a reputation for execution – not simply announcing plans, but delivering results.” These comments, from US Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade William Kimmit, were made in reference to an investment agreement signed in January
End CBI by June 2028 or risk Schengen access, EU instructs Caribbean Islands CIP/CBIWhile a unified response to the European Commission’s proposal warrants a collective response … time has run out!By Caribbean News Global TORONTO, Canada – Within days of publishing ‘Caribbean Islands CIP/CBI naked e
CASTRIES, St Lucia – First Citizens Investment Services (FCIS) has reaffirmed its commitment to Saint Lucia’s cultural development, returning for the fourth consecutive year as a Bronze Sponsor of Saint Lucia Carnival 2026. The partnership with the Carnival Planning and Management Committee (CPMC) u
By Shanna K. SalmonKINGSTON, Jamaica, (JIS) – The Urban Development Corporation (UDC) is advancing plans for a major housing programme that will see the construction of more than 20,000 housing units across Jamaica. Speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank, chairman, UDC, Norman Brown, said the initiativ
Commodities can drive growth, but over-reliance leaves economies vulnerable to shocks.Next step: Move beyond raw material exports by adding value and strengthening productive capacity.UNCTAD’s new dashboard helps countries turn data into informed policy decisions.GENEVA, Switzerland – On 14 July, UN
Other world regions to buffer against negative effects of ongoing geopolitical turmoil, economic volatility and conflictBy Government of the British Virgin IslandsTORTOLA, BVI – The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has called for the Caribbean to strengthen its cooperation with other world regions on su
ARIZONA, USA — The same lifestyle choices that reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer also can reduce your risk of cognitive decline. Bryan Woodruff, M.D., a cognitive neurologist at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, explains the brain-body connection, lifestyle changes to foster brain health
Caribbean News Global TORONTO, Canada – US State Department on July 7 increased Level 2, Turks and Caicos Islands travel advisory, and for Saint Lucia, on July 10, 2026.Turks and Caicos Islands travel advisory summary was updated:Crime“Most crime occurs in Providenciales. Police may have limited res
Researcher Blas Regnault argued that the new framework risks turning the oil sector into a corporate “enclave” in violation of national sovereignty.By Ricardo VazCARACAS, (venezuelanalysis.com) – The Venezuelan government has approved a new set of oil industry regulations that prioritise the “econom
GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The government of Guyana has injected more than $2.76 billion into the local rice industry, providing direct financial assistance to 5,106 rice farmers across the country as part of its First Crop 2026 Support Programme.Minister of Agriculture Zulfikar Mustaphadescribed the in
ST GEORGE’S, Grenada – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB / the Bank) is accelerating Grenada’s energy security ambitions with a major financing package to support the installation of a utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Maurice Bishop International Airport (MBIA). This landm
Focus shifts to restoring essential health servicesWASHINGTON, USA, (PAHO) – Nearly three weeks after the devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24 June, the health response is entering a critical early recovery phase focused on restoring essential health services, strengthening referral networ
