The role of Latin America and the Caribbean in addressing new global challenges
From Global Americans HIGH LEVEL WORKING GROUP ON INTER-AMERICAN RELATIONS & BIPARTISANSHIP Introduction In 2017, with support from the Ford Foundation, Global Americans convened a working group of high-level former policymakers, civil society and business leaders and scholars to discuss…
Celebrating Latin American and Caribbean commitments to Green List success
From IUCN Peru, Mexico and Colombia achieve Green List success, and are recognised with awards; new countries, including Costa Rica, Chile, and Jamaica, commit to use the Standard to improve the performance of their protected and conserved areas; and new…
The Cayman Islands: Culinary Capital of the Caribbean
From Visit Cayman Islands This sophisticated sun destination distinguishes itself with the range – and the quality – of options for the discerning foodie. Pristine beaches, crystal clear waters and the perfect mix of exceptional dining options distinguishes the Cayman…
Tourism leaders to be recognised at Leadership Awards in Miami
MIAMI (November 3, 2019) – Three respected Caribbean tourism leaders will be recognized for their leadership achievements at the 2019 Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) Leadership Awards slated for December 14 in Miami. Muriel Wiltord, Director of The Americas for the…
Martinique based company airZoon launches Wi-Fi advertising platform in Saint Lucia as part of the INTERREG TEECA project
From OECS-Chamber of Commerce of Martinique Monday, November 4, 2019 — Martinique Technology Company airZoon has successfully completed intensive negotiations and launched a Wi-Fi advertising platform at popular restaurants in Saint Lucia with the support of the INTERREG Trade Enhancement for the…
Final Declaration of the International Conference on Sargassum: A commitment to co-operation in the Caribbean
Final Declaration from the 1st International Conference on Sargassum held in Guadeloupe on October 23rd-26th 2019 Friday, November 1, 2019 — The States and Organisations which endorse the following declaration, Having regard to: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, of 25…
Destinations of the week
Six Best Cruises From Galveston for 2020 By Tanner Callais From CRUZELY The Port of Galveston in Texas has quickly grown from a niche port with a few cruises just a decade or two ago to offering some of the best cruises…
Bureau to PH firms: Do business in Caribbean
By Yugel Losorata From Manila Times TO most Filipinos, the Caribbean exists as a breezy, far-off tourism destination. That view gets a significant tweak with the establishment of the Caribbean Asean (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Bureau, which aims to…
Rare mutations drive cystic fibrosis in Caribbean
By Nicholas Weiler From UCSF Health Cystic Fibrosis (CF) in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic is dominated by unusual gene mutations not often observed in previously studied CF populations, according to comprehensive genome sequencing led by physician–scientists at UC…
First International Conference on Sargassum in Guadeloupe concludes successfully
Tuesday, October 29, 2019 — The 1st International Conference on Sargassum was successfully hosted in Guadeloupe. The event which took place from October 23-26, 2019 brought together stakeholders from the Caribbean and other countries of the world to discuss the issue…







