Caribbean National Weekly

CARICOM advances regional integration initiatives in 2023

By Joanne Clark··1 min read
CARICOM advances regional integration initiatives in 2023
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  • <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>In a recent address, CARICOM Secretary General, Dr.
  • Carla Barnett, highlighted the significant strides made by the regional integration movement throughout the year.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dr.
  • Barnett reaffirmed the Secretariat’s unwavering dedication to administering CARICOM’s core priorities.
  • Barnett said the focus is now on efforts to implement the free movement of all CARICOM nationals within the Community by March 2024 as determined by Heads of Government.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

In a recent address, CARICOM Secretary General, Dr. Carla Barnett, highlighted the significant strides made by the regional integration movement throughout the year. 

Dr. Barnett’s message underscored the commitment to advancing programs and policies aimed at improving the lives of Caribbean citizens.

Commitment to regional priorities

Dr. Barnett reaffirmed the Secretariat’s unwavering dedication to administering CARICOM’s core priorities. These priorities, integral to the region’s prosperity include deepening economic integration and trade, strengthening foreign policy coordination, and regional security.

Pursuing free movement by March 2024

A significant milestone on CARICOM’s agenda is the implementation of free movement for all CARICOM nationals within the community. 

Dr. Barnett said the focus is now on efforts to implement the free movement of all CARICOM nationals within the Community by March 2024 as determined by Heads of Government.

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