Caribbean News Global

228 articles in the Truth Foundry index. Each links out to the original.

• São Paulo Round Protocol One Ratification from GSTP Entry into Force · The São Paulo Round Protocol of the GSTP is one ratification away from entering into force after nearly three decades.
• Guyana President Ali Pledges Housing Backlog Clearance by End of 2027 · President Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced Guyana's plan to clear its housing backlog by the end of 2027 except in Region Four.
• Bank of Canada Holds Policy Rate at 2.25 Percent as Energy Prices Lift Inflation · The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25 percent while energy prices push headline inflation above 3 percent and borrowing costs remain sensitive to bond yields.
• OECD Calls for Stronger UK Productivity Growth and Fiscal Discipline · OECD projects UK growth slowing to 0.9 percent in 2026 while urging productivity reforms and fiscal sustainability measures.
• Canada Pauses New Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Applications · Canada halts new PGP applications, processing only existing 50,900 pending cases.
• Caribbean CBI Leaders Warn EU of Economic Miracles to Avoid Phase-Out · Caribbean CIP/CBI leaders warn EU that ending programs by 2028 risks economic collapse and demands balanced solutions.
• First Citizens Reaffirms Fourth-Year Sponsorship of Saint Lucia Carnival 2026 · First Citizens Investment Services returns as Bronze Sponsor for Saint Lucia Carnival 2026, launching a financial literacy seminar for Carnival Queens.
• Taiwan Overseas Investment Surges 57.8% to $148.6B Amid China Diversification · Taiwanese outbound investment rose 57.8% to $148.6B as firms diversify away from China into the US, Caribbean, and Southeast Asia.
• UNCTAD Launches Dashboard to Help Nations Reduce Commodity Dependence · New UNCTAD interactive tool tracks commodity reliance across 195 nations to guide economic diversification strategies.
• New Study Prioritizes Poor in Disaster Aid to Maximize Poverty Reduction · Global analysis shows adaptive social protection targeting the poorest households prevents more poverty than broad, shallow aid.
• WHO Releases New Guidelines to Prevent 45% of Dementia Risk · WHO updated guidelines recommend lifestyle changes to prevent or delay dementia onset.
• BVI Urges Caribbean to Strengthen Global South Cooperation Amid Turmoil · BVI Special Envoy Benito Wheatley calls for Caribbean-Latin America cooperation to buffer against geopolitical and economic instability.
• Trinidadian Author Urges Correction of 'Sandy Grande' to Preserve Cultural Identity · Johnny Coomansingh argues that 'Sangre Grande' must be pronounced correctly to preserve Trinidadian history and geology.
• Bank of Canada Holds Rate at 2.25% Amid Global Economic Uncertainty · Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate at 2.25% while projecting 2026 GDP growth of 1.8%.
• Lifestyle Choices Reduce Risk of Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer's Disease · Mayo Clinic neurologist explains how managing heart health, diet, and exercise protects the brain.
• Venezuela Enacts Corporate-Friendly Oil Laws Amid Production Stagnation · Acting President Delcy Rodríguez signed new oil regulations prioritizing private investment despite stagnant crude output.
• Guyana Injects $2.76 Billion into Rice Sector to Support 5,106 Farmers · Guyana's government injected $2.76 billion into the rice industry to support 5,106 farmers amid low global prices.
• CDB Secures $8.7M Funding for Grenada Airport Battery Storage Project · CDB, UK, EU, and Canada fund a utility-scale battery system at Grenada's Maurice Bishop International Airport.
• UN Reports Worst Month for Ukrainian Civilians Since 2022 Amid Drone Attacks · UN monitors verified 293 civilian deaths in Ukraine during June 2026, the deadliest month since April 2022.
• Venezuela Earthquake Response Shifts to Health Recovery and Disease Prevention · PAHO reports Venezuela health response entering recovery phase focused on restoring services and preventing outbreaks
• US and CARICOM Sign Biometrics Data Sharing Pact to Secure CBI Programs · US DHS and CARICOM IMPACS signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to share biometric data for Citizenship by Investment screening.
• Virgin Islands Recognized for AML/CFT Progress at FATF Plenary · The Virgin Islands received FATF recognition for strengthening its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regime.
• US Coast Guard Apprehends 10 Migrants and 3 Smugglers Near San Diego · Coast Guard teams intercept two vessels near Point Loma, seizing 10 suspected aliens and three smugglers.
• Latin America's FDI Rises While Greenfield Projects Plummet · FDI to Latin America rose 14% in 2025, but greenfield project values fell by one-third.
• Five Global Partners Co-Finance Pakistan's National Health Support Program · World Bank, Gavi, Global Fund, Gates Foundation, and GFF co-finance Pakistan's health program to improve primary care delivery.
• Guyanan President Plans Mobile Service Centres for Overseas Diaspora · President Ali announces mobile government service units for Guyanese living abroad in countries with large diaspora populations.
• ECCB Unveils New Banknotes Featuring National Heroes Replacing Queen Elizabeth II · The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank launches redesigned currency honoring regional leaders instead of Queen Elizabeth II.
• Taiwan Establishes New Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix, Arizona · Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs opens a new office in Phoenix to support local businesses and strengthen US-Taiwan ties.
• Taiwan MOFA Condemns China's Ethnic Unity Law as Transnational Repression Tool · Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns China's new law as a tool for transnational repression and authoritarian expansion.
• Sir Ronald Sanders Rebuts Suella Braverman's Claim That Caribbean Should Pay Britain Reparations · Sir Ronald Sanders argues that Suella Braverman's call for Caribbean reparations to Britain is historically illiterate and morally offensive.