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(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Monday, 3 July 2023): The 16th CARICOM Road Races concluded yesterday, Sunday, 2 July, in Trinidad and Tobago, with Guyana and the host country taking top honours in a 10K event. Guyanese Attoya Harvey claimed first prize in the Overall Female category and the CARICOM Secretary-General’s Trophy, while Samantha Shikla (Trinidad and Tobago) and Laura Lynn Limery (Saint Lucia) won second and third prizes, respectively. Trinidad and Tobago dominated the top three positions in the Overall Male category, with popular athlete Nicholas Romany winning the CARICOM Chairman’s Trophy and Donnel Francis and Tafari Waldron capturing the…

(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Monday, 3 July 2023) – Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government meet in Trinidad and Tobago, 3-5 July 2023, for their 45th Regular Meeting and to launch a year of celebrations to mark the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the regional grouping. The packed agenda for the Meeting tackles several pressing issues for the Community, including food security concerns, climate change and the climate finance agenda; the ongoing difficulties in Haiti; security issues, external relations matters and the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). The Heads of Government will engage several international guests, including the President of…

Rome – QU Dongyu was today re-elected to a second term as Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). In ballot by FAO member countries, Qu received a total of 168 out of 182 votes deposited. Nominated by China, Qu was the only candidate to FAO’s top position in today’s election. His new term will run from 1 August 2023 to 31 July 2027. The election took place on the second day of the FAO Conference (1-7 July). Since being elected FAO Director-General for the first time in 2019, Qu has championed a wide range of…

KINGSTON, Jamaica, July 3, 2023: The Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) Basic Needs Trust Fund (BNTF) and Prime Minister of Jamaica, the Honourable Andrew Holness yesterday officially handed over Jamaica’s first therapeutic centre for children in state care, valued at J$202 million, to the Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA). The Therapeutic Centre which is located at the Maxfield Park Children’s Home in St. Andrew was built to meet the need for a facility for the delivery of effective screening, assessment and therapeutic treatment for children exhibiting behavioural challenges. “The Children’s Therapeutic Treatment Centre is a state-of-the-art facility that will provide…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Communication Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the execution of the Ministry’s communication plan by providing timely and accurate information to the public on projects, activities, and events to facilitate greater awareness of issues and advancements.Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge & Skills:In addition to the requirements above, the post holder must have the following skills: Salary: K33- K38 ($59,340-$72,936) per annumApplications must be accompanied by:· Letter…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Assistant Secretary. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing advice, assistance, and support in the formulation of policy and administration of the Ministry to maintain the efficient delivery of services.Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge & Skills:In addition to the requirements above, the post holder must have the following skills: Salary: K33-K38 ($59,340-$72,936) per annumApplications must be accompanied by:· Letter of Application· Curriculum Vitae· Police Record· Official academic certificates, transcripts, and other relevant documents…

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) is seeking the general public’s assistance and cooperation in the location of a licensed firearm. The firearm in question would have been separated from its rightful owner at the scene of a vehicular accident in Conyers on June 21st, 2023. Persons are hereby advised that both the removal of evidence from a scene being processed by law enforcement, and the possession of any firearm without a license to do so are criminal offenses.  Anyone who may have information concerning the whereabouts of the firearm is asked to call the nearest Police…

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago: The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) extends hearty congratulations to the CARICOM Secretariat, to Member States and all citizens of the Caribbean Community and the diaspora on the 50th Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas, which established the Community. It is a mark of distinction to be recognised as the oldest surviving integration movement in the developing world. Our forebears demonstrated great vision when forming this Community, and for this, we pay them tribute. The CCJ regards itself as a prime example of Caribbean ingenuity. The institutional arrangements developed to fund the…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, July 3, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – The Forty-Fifth (45th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will take place in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago from July 3-5, 2023. The agenda for the Forty-Fifth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the CARICOM will cover several recurring and new issues including the CARICOM Single Market and Economy, Climate Change, including Climate Finance, Agriculture and Food Security, Security, Trade Negotiations, Education, and Health. Saint Kitts and Nevis’ delegation attending the Meeting includes Prime Minister…

Four (4) officers of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) have beenconfirmed to the ranks of Sergeant and Corporal respectively. In a brief but meaningfulceremony on the morning of June 30, 2023, Commissioner of Police (COP) James Suttonpresented Sergeants Kamara Phillip and Vivian Caesar, and Corporals GranvilleChapman and Krystal Bailey with their letters of confirmation. COP Sutton thanked the officers for their excellent work and continued dedication toserving and protecting the citizens and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis. He urged them tocontinue maintaining a high standard of professionalism in the performance of theirduties as they set…