The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, foresees an eventual political union of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States(OECS) - although he admits that it might not happen in his lifetime.
In the Bahamas, the ruling Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) of Prime Minister Philip Davis is settling into a second consecutive term in office following victory in the May 12th general election.
Jamaica is focusing on its film industry for greater economic growth.
Grenada is primarily known as the ‘Spice Island’ for its wonderful range of spices, but its foliage is world class too, confirmed by securing another gold medal at London’s Chelsea Flower Show in the UK for the ninth consecutive year.
Travel around the Caribbean has become harder for tourists, the adventurous and business minded alike because Caribbean Airlines is about to significantly scale down its network.
Jamaica’s economy is strengthening mainly through remittances from abroad, its robust mining sector, finance, tourism and hospitality industries.
Guyana is celebrating its 60th year of independence from the United Kingdom with a series of celebrations in 2026.
Grenada is increasing its tourism industry through sports events and last week a cricket tournament was staged with great success.
Faced with a worsening fuel supply crisis, the Cuban government is reportedly to have agreed to accept a US$100 million humanitarian aid offer from the United States government.
Former St Vincent and Grenadines Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves has called for Caribbean leaders to press for slavery reparations from the United Kingdom and other European countries.