CSME and Me

CSME & ME is a public education and awareness campaign designed to improve your understanding of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy. Through various multimedia products, you will learn more about the possibilities of the CSME and how it benefits the people of the Region.  This campaign is executed with support from the European Union’s 11th European Development Fund (EDF).  

CARICOM Regional Youth Survey 2026

Join the CARICOM Youth Consultation: Youth Voices, Regional Choices | Shaping Policy Together and share your perspectives on strengthening young people’s role in shaping CARICOM’s future.

This virtual consultation will explore key youth priorities and policy issues to inform discussions at the upcoming Meeting of Senior Officials and the Regional Youth Dialogue on Youth Development.

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20th Caribbean Week of Agriculture

The 20th edition of the Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA), the premier event on the regional agricultural calendar, was held in Trelawny, Jamaica, 27 September – 2 October 2026, under the theme: ‘The New F.A.C.E of Caribbean Food Systems’. CWA is a roving event hosted by CARICOM Member States and Associate Members. It includes technical sessions, key meetings, farm tours, a special meeting of the Council for Trade and Economic Development (COTED), and an exhibition.
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COMMUNIQUE: Fifty-First Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government

 

The Fifty-First Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) was held in Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, from 5 – 8 July, under the chairmanship of the Honourable Philip J. Pierre, Prime Minister.  Learn more

Jamaica hosted the 49th Meeting of the Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government

Jamaica hosted the Forty-ninth (49th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) from 6-8 July in Montego Bay under the chairmanship of Dr the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica. Click here to read the Communique of the Meeting.  Visit  caricom.org/49hgc  to view media and content from the Meeting.

Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Heads of Government met in Barbados, 19-21 February 2025, for their 48th Regular Meeting which was convened under the theme: Strength in Unity: Forging Caribbean Resilience, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development. The leaders discussed several pressing issues for the Community, including but not limited to, food and nutrition security, climate change and the climate finance, ongoing challenges in Haiti, security issues, digital resilience, geo-political issues, external relations matters, maritime and air transport, reparations, and the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME).

Upcoming Events

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Temporary Closure of CARICOM Secretariat Headquarters for Repairs

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Headquarters building in Georgetown, Guyana is closed to facilitate essential repairs.

 

During this period, the building will not be accessible. Secretariat staff will operate remotely and will remain available via email and mobile telephone.

 

The Secretariat appreciates the understanding and cooperation of all partners during this time.

 

An announcement will be made when the building has been re-opened.

 

For inquiries, please email: registry@caricom.org

Hurricane Beryl Relief

For more information, please visit: www.gov.gd

For more information, please visit: SVG Hurricane Relief

Leadership

Community Vision

A Caribbean Community that is integrated, inclusive and resilient; driven by knowledge, excellence, innovation and productivity; a Community where every citizen is secure and has the opportunity to realise his or her potential with guaranteed human rights and social justice; and contributes to, and shares in, its economic, social and cultural prosperity ; a Community which is a unified and competitive force in the global arena.

Chair

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Hon. Philip J. Pierre

Prime Minister of Saint Lucia
Jul 1 - Dec 31, 2026
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Secretary-general

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Dr Carla Barnett

Secretary-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Caribbean Community
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Our Mandate

CARICOM works in 15 Member States and 8 Associate Members to create a community that is integrated, inclusive and resilient; driven by knowledge, excellence, innovation and productivity. Our current Initiatives revolve around:

CARICOM at Work

Learn about the community’s latest endeavors and events to
strengthen caribbean policy and relations.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2026 | Message | Chair | Regional Technical Committee on Cancer Prevention and Control

“Every story is unique, every journey matters.” This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we stand with all those affected by breast cancer, honour the lives lost, celebrate survivors, and recognise the experiences of patients, caregivers and families. Every journey is unique, and each deserves dignity, compassion, and support. CARICOM Member States...

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FLASHBACK | From Curaçao to Anguilla: Advancing Statistics Across CARICOM

📊For the first time, Anguilla, an Associate Member of CARICOM, will host the annual series of statistical technical meetings, beginning on 26 October. In addition to the 51st Meeting of the Standing Committee of Caribbean Statisticians, statisticians and technical officers will participate in the Regional Census Coordinating Committee (RCCC) and...

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Statisticians head to Anguilla for week of technical sessions

Statisticians and other stakeholders will gather in Anguilla later in October for a series of technical sessions as part of the 51st Meeting of the Standing Committee of Caribbean Statisticians (SCCS). Anguilla, a CARICOM Associate Member, will host the series of meetings for the first time. From 26 – 28...

How we work

Our Institutions

The achievement of the Objectives of the Community, requires the collective participation of all Community Institutions and Associate Institutions, in addition to the CARICOM Secretariat.

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