Today, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade hosted a highly engaging Trade Policy Workshop, bringing together key stakeholders to delve into critical trade issues impacting Barbados and our alignment with the World Trade Organization framework. This workshop was constructed after our Economist Keisha Goddard completed the WTO’s Advanced Trade Policy Course in Geneva, […]
Barbadians at home and in the diaspora are invited to submit nominations for the Pride of Barbados Award 2025 to the National Honours and Decorations Advisory Council. Section 19 of the Barbados National Honours and Decorations Act 2021 states the award of The Pride of Barbados may be conferred by the President in accordance with
The Honourable Kerrie Symmonds M.P., Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, extends sincere congratulations to Daniel Best on his successful election as President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). Best, a seasoned professional with 30 years of experience in the financial sector, will be re-joining the bank from his current role as Senior Infrastructure
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Dr. Mikel Waithe (right) pictured with his mother, Ms. Anthea Waithe, following his graduation ceremony. 31 July 2024 – Barbadian medical student Mikel Waithe graduated on July 31 from the University of Medical Sciences of Havana, Cuba. It is the culmination of seven years of study in Cuba. His studies began at the Escuela Latinoamericana
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Enhancing resilience and sustainability in global supply chains amidst unprecedented challengesThe strategic importance of seaports in bolstering climate resilience and adaptation efforts, particularly for vulnerable coastal nationsDigital solutions to mitigate emerging risks and ensure the long-term sustainability of global supply chains In a world facing unprecedented challenges, the Global Supply Chain Forum (GSCF) 2024 is set to
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, discusses the upcoming Global Supply Chain Forum to be held in Barbados May 21 – 24, 2024. (Credit: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade) Four-day high-level conference in Barbados to tackle global supply chain crisis. Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kerrie Symmonds, has
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A display of Japanese wines and sake at the celebration of “Tenno Tanjobi”, the Emperor’s birthday. (Credit: S. Forde-Craigg/BGIS) Government officials, members of the diplomatic corps and the private sector joined on Friday, February 23, with the Japanese Embassy to celebrate “Tenno Tanjobi”, the Emperor’s birthday. Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Sandra Husbands,
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Consul General Lorenzo Harewood (seated, second from left) with staff of the New York Consulate. Seated (left to right) – Consul Angela Kinch; Vice Consul, Julianne Walrond; and Beverley Miller-Coppin. Standing (left to right) – Lynette Callender-Heaven; Michael Watts; Margo Parris; Jalissa Medford; Michael Straker; and Linda Watson-Lorde. (Credit: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign
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Caption: Barbados’ Ambassador to the United Nations, the WTO, and other International Organizations in Geneva, Matthew Wilson poses for a photograph with newly installed Secretary General of the World Meteorological Organisation, Professor Celeste Saulo, following their recent courtesy call. (GP) Barbados and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) have agreed to deepen their existing relationship, especially in climate
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Barbados’ Ambassador to the United Nations, the World Trade Organization (WTO) and other international organisations, Matthew Wilson presents the instrument of ratification for the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement, to WTO Director General, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, today. (Credit: World Trade Organization) Barbados has formally submitted its instrument of ratification accepting the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Fisheries
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