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Caricom reports on progress of regional Migration Policy Framework
The Caribbean Community (Caricom) hosted a virtual technical meeting on Thursday, 3 July 2025 to bring together representatives from Caricom Member States, regional institutions and development partners for an update and planning session on the...

From analyst to architect: Prof Oramah’s 30-year Afreximbank legacy end
Professor Benedict Oramah The bank’s net income climbed from US$125.3 million to US$973.5 million over the same period—representing nearly an eightfold increase Abuja, Nigeria | ISAAC KHISA & AGENCIES | When Professor Benedict Oramah joined the...

One year after Hurricane Beryl, the Union Island community is trying to recover what was lost
Anytime it rains or the wind picks up, Heidi Badenock starts to worry. “That’s just a consequence for going through something so life-changing,” said the 35-year-old attorney. That life-changing event occurred on July 1, 2024. Badenock was in her...

Second citizenship for US investors: finding the perfect country for your goals
Obtaining a second citizenship is becoming an attractive option for US investors. It provides more than just a new passport. It offers increased financial opportunities, tax advantages, and greater global mobility. Albert Ioffe, Legal and...
All roads lead to The Bahamas for #CANTO2025 40th Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition
CANTO, the premier telecommunications trade association in the Caribbean, proudly announces its milestone 40th Annual Conference and Trade Exhibition, to be held at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar in Nassau, The Bahamas from July 13th to 16th, 2025. This...

Region focuses on food safety
AS the Caribbean Task Force on Food Safety (CTFS) met for its 2025 Annual Meeting at the Sir Frank Stockdale Building at The University of the West Indies (The UWI), St Augustine on June 3 and 4, member organisations of the CTFS—including The...

Thousands Of UAE Residents Who Bought Second Passport Face Uncertainty
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Thousands of UAE residents who acquired Citizenship by Investment (CBI) passports from countries like Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Cambodia, and Egypt are staring at a storm they didn't see coming. Some had...

Gonsalves: Happy for ‘monopoly money’ attention
News Rishard Khan 22 Minutes Ago St Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves. - THE St Vincent Prime Minister is happy his "monopoly money" comment has drawn the attention of the Energy Minister as he hopes it will lead to...

Follow live: Australia continue to build lead on Day 4
Starc to Carty, FOUR, nicked and it bursts through the hands of Webster! Full, wide and tempting the booming drive. Carty takes up the invite and gets a fat outside edge. The ball flies through to second slip, where Webster cannot wrap his hands...

Tinubu Proposes Visa Waivers As Nigeria, Saint Lucia Establish Diplomatic Ties
Posted by African Examiner Latest Headlines, News Across Nigeria Tuesday, July 1st, 2025 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has proposed visa waivers for holders of diplomatic and official passports from the Organisation of Eastern...

Tinubu makes new proposal for OECS official passport holders
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu said this...

West Indies vs Australia 2nd Test Preview: Predicted XIs, H2H & Betting Odds
After a dominant performance in the series opener, Australia hold a 1-0 lead in the three-match Frank Worrell Trophy. The first Test wrapped up in just three days, with Australia cruising to a 159-run victory, thanks to twin half-centuries from...

St. Vincent PM accuses China of election interference to reinstate Golden Passport scheme
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves. United Nations / Ryan Brown As preparations for general elections are stepped up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, an interesting situation is playing itself out in the...

A dichotomy of emotions on 1 July
by Dr Neals J Chitan For the past 42 years, 1 July — Canada Day celebrations — with its Maple Leaf red and white flag fluttering joyously in the wind has held a special place in my heart as a Canadian citizen. However, as a Grenadian citizen, that...

Nigeria establishes diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, proposes visa waivers for OECS officials
President Bola Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” Mr Tinubu stated this while...

Tinubu proposes visa waiver for OECS official passport holders as Nigeria, Saint Lucia establish diplomatic relations
President Bola Tinubu, on Monday, formally announced the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu stated this...

AUS vs WI Match Prediction: Who Will Win 2nd Test? Australia tour of West Indies 2025
Australia will be up against the West Indies in the second of the three-match Test series. This article will provide you with AUS vs WI Match Prediction, Toss Prediction, Score Prediction, Best Batter Prediction, and Best Bowler Prediction for the...

AUS vs WI Match Preview- 2nd Test, Australia tour of West Indies 2025
Australia will take on the West Indies in the second of the three-match Test series. The AUS vs WI Match Preview provides today's match details for the 2nd Test of the Australia tour of the West Indies 2025. AUS vs WI Match Preview- 2nd Test,...

Draft Legislation for Regional CBI/CIP Regulator Now Available for Public Comment
BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS — July 3, 2025 — In a major step toward increased transparency and accountability in the Caribbean’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI/CIP) industry, the Interim Regulatory Commission (IRC) has officially published the draft...

President Tinubu Offers Visa Waivers For Caribbean States’ Passport Hol
President Bola Tinubu has offered visa waivers for official passport holders of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) as part of steps towards the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia. President Tinubu stated this...