Caribbean News RoundUp

The Caribbean faces significant shifts as the US considers visa restrictions for four Eastern Caribbean nations with citizenship-by-investment programs, while other islands tackle financial regulation challenges and pursue new economic opportunities. Tourism officials express concern about potential travel disruptions if the US implements its proposed restrictions against Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, St. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Lucia.

• US State Department Puts 4 Caribbean Nations On Watch List Over Citizenship-By-Investment Programs
• British Virgin Islands Placed On FATF "Gray List" Due To Financial Services Industry Deficiencies
• Barbados Opens Its First Medicinal Cannabis Dispensary Within A Regulated Framework
• Dominican Republic Coffee Exports Surge 106.6% To $41.1 Million In 2024

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Caribbean nations pursue critical initiatives to enhance regional food security, sustainable finance, and international partnerships while strengthening infrastructure and cybersecurity capabilities. Progress spans from Barbados' regional food port construction to Antigua and Barbuda's upcoming role as host for major international gatherings.

• Barbados partnering with Guyana to construct a regional food port for transshipping and processing produce, to reduce CARICOM's food import bill 
• Jamaica Stock Exchange and UNDP sign MOU to mobilize private financing for sustainable development 
• Dominican Republic strengthens ties with Commonwealth countries to diversify exports, attract investments and boost tourism 
•  University of the Virgin Islands receives $250,000 campus improvement grant from Home Depot's "Retool Your School" program 

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The Caribbean faces transportation challenges as Silver Airways permanently closes operations, impacting critical routes to the Caribbean and Florida while Barbados urges regional businesses to increase intra-Caribbean commerce due to logistical vulnerabilities in the global supply chain.

• Silver Airways ceases operations, affecting Caribbean destinations
• Barbados Senator Lisa Cummings calls for increased regional trade
• Inaugural Caribbean Film Festival launches in Trinidad and Tobago featuring over 60 films from the region
• Jamaica's disaster management official urges businesses to create continuity plans 

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The Caribbean region continues to demonstrate resilience and leadership on multiple fronts, as highlighted on today’s   Pulse of the Caribbean News Roundup.

• Dominican Republic elected vice president for Latin America and Caribbean at UN Ocean Conference
• University of the Virgin Islands takes over management of Island Fresh Aquaponics facility to improve food security 
• Lyft launches in Puerto Rico

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Caribbean nations adapt to changing global landscapes through strategic partnerships and innovative approaches, addressing challenges from restricted U.S. education access to mounting cybersecurity threats and regional security concerns.

• British Virgin Islands establishes UK education alternatives as U.S. restricts student visas
• Antigua and Barbuda hosts regional cybersecurity forum to combat rising digital threats 
• U.S. Coast Guard seizes $138 million in illicit drugs during multinational operations in Caribbean waters
• Panama offers to train Haitian police in border and urban security 

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Caribbean nations face critical developments including US immigration bans, oil revenue projections, legal victories, independence movements, sustainable policy challenges, and international recognition for local products. The pulse of the region this week reveals significant economic, political, and environmental trends that will shape the future of Caribbean communities.

Here are some headlines from today’s report.

• US President Trump bans immigrants from Haiti and 11 other nations citing national security concerns
• ExxonMobil Guyana reports $1.255 trillion in profit before tax in 2024, with projections for Guyana to gain $10 billion annually by decade's end
• Antigua's Cabinet decides to purchase cargo aircraft to establish the country as a regional logistics hub
• Dominica's Belfast Rum Punch awarded bronze medal at the 2025 International Wine and Spirits Competition

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Caribbean nations are boldly stepping into a sustainable future, with groundbreaking developments across renewable energy, healthcare, and environmental conservation taking center stage in today's regional news.

• OECS  Advancing Geothermal Energy Across the Region 
• Apple purchases 100,000 Guyana carbon credits for $15 each as part of its environmental sustainability efforts
• St. Lucia makes history with first advanced brain tumor surgery using neuro-navigation technology 
• Dominica nominated for 2025 Condé Nast Travelers Readers' Choice Award 

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Caribbean nations are making significant economic, trade, and security advancements with the Bahamas gaining OECD approval, the Dominican Republic setting agricultural export records, and regional security cooperation strengthening through high-level diplomatic visits. These developments demonstrate the region's growing global influence and commitment to international standards while addressing domestic challenges through innovative policy approaches.

• The Bahamas achieves OECD approval for economic substance monitoring, joining nine other no-tax jurisdictions meeting international standards
• Dominican Republic closes record-breaking agribusiness deals with buyers from 33 countries. 
• China extends visa-free access to Latin American countries to boost trade relations
• Grenada hosts high-level policy dialogue on regional disability inclusion 

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Catch up on the latest Caribbean news with Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 for the Week of June 2.  Here’s what's making Caribbean headlines

• US Upgrades Travel Advisory for Jamaica
• British Virgin Islands Gets Credit Rating Boost
• Guyana Launches First Internet Exchange
• Dominican Republic Hosts Americas Summit
• Grenada to Host 2026 CARIFTA Games

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The Caribbean region demonstrates economic resilience with the Bahamas achieving its first budget surplus since independence, Barbados strengthening currency stability, and Turks and Caicos Islands projecting record revenue. Global developments include Rihanna expanding her Fenty Beauty line across the Caribbean and the Dominican Republic making history with its first table grape export to the United States.

• Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis announces a projected $75 million budget surplus for 2025-2026, the first balanced budget since independence
• Barbados Central Bank reports strong international reserves and currency stability through foreign exchange repatriations
• Rihanna Expanding her Fenty Beauty, Skin, and Fragrance Brand Presence in the Caribbean 
•  Dominican Republic making history with its first table grape export to the United States

These and other stories are on Episode 4 for the Week of May 26. Listen and subscribe to the  Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.

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