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Caribbean nations are making significant economic, trade, and security advancements with the Bahamas gaining OECD approval, the Dominican Republic setting agricultural export records, and regional security cooperation strengthening through high-level diplomatic visits. These developments demonstrate the region's growing global influence and commitment to international standards while addressing domestic challenges through innovative policy approaches.The Bahamas achieves OECD approval for economic substance monitoring, joining nine other no-tax jurisdictions meeting international standardsDominican Republic closes record-breaking agribusiness deals with buyers from 33 countries. China extends visa-free access to Latin American countries to boost trade relationsGrenada hosts high-level policy dialogue on regional disability inclusion Subscribe to Pulse of the Caribbean for weekly insights into the economic, political, and social developments reshaping the region. What Caribbean story interests you most? Share your thoughts and join our growing community of listeners passionate about the Caribbean's future. Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.Listen online at www.pulseofthecaribbean.com or your favorite streaming platform.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribean.com. If you have an interest in sponsoring our podcast, email us at biz@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news with Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 for the Week of June 2. Here's what's making Caribbean headlinesUS Upgrades Travel Advisory for JamaicaBritish Virgin Islands Gets Credit Rating BoostGuyana Launches First Internet ExchangeDominican Republic Hosts Americas SummitGrenada to Host 2026 CARIFTA GamesListen online at www.pulseofthecaribbean.com or your favorite streaming platform.Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribean.com. If you have an interest in sponsoring our podcast, email us at biz@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
The Caribbean region demonstrates economic resilience with the Bahamas achieving its first budget surplus since independence, Barbados strengthening currency stability, and Turks and Caicos Islands projecting record revenue. Global developments include Rihanna expanding her Fenty Beauty line across the Caribbean and the Dominican Republic making history with its first table grape export to the United States.Bahamas Prime Minister Philip Davis announces a projected $75 million budget surplus for 2025-2026, the first balanced budget since independenceBarbados Central Bank reports strong international reserves and currency stability through foreign exchange repatriationsRihanna Expanding her Fenty Beauty, Skin, and Fragrance Brand Presence in the Caribbean Dominican Republic making history with its first table grape export to the United StatesThese and other stories are on Episode 4 for the Week of May 26. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.#pulseofthecaribbean #caribbeanpodcast #CaribbeanNews #caribbean #caribbeanbeauty #caribbeanvibes #rihanna #fentybeauty #trendingnow
The US halts student visa appointments for expanded social media vetting, potentially affecting over 1 million international students, while Carib Brewery debuts in India's massive beer market as part of its 75th anniversary global expansion strategy.US embassies worldwide ordered to stop scheduling new student visa appointments due to expanded social media screening requirementsBarbados conducting comprehensive financial evaluation with IMF to strengthen regulatory oversightTrinidad's Carib Brewery launches Premium Strong Beer in India, marking major international expansion on its 75th anniversaryJamaica's Ministry of Agriculture creating $1 billion pension fund for farmersThese and other stories are on Episode 3 for the Week of May 26. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our Podcast.Register now for Victory Run Walk 2025 in the US Virgin Islands – early bird discounts for the 5K, 10k and half marathon end June 1st. Visit VictoryRunWalkVI.com to sign up today.
The Caribbean is buzzing with developments from SpaceX's rocket tests over Bahamian airspace to Jamaica's impressive conservation progress preserving 25% of its landmass. Regional cooperation shines with Barbados's new humanitarian logistics hub while Russia and Puerto Rico separately strengthen trade ties with the Dominican Republic.• SpaceX planning another Starship test flight over Bahamas with FAA approval despite previous explosion• Caribbean Regional Logistics Hub inaugurated in Barbados to improve disaster response time • Jamaica has increased preserved landmass from 8% to 25% since 2016, working toward global 30-30 biodiversity goals• Russia's new ambassador to Dominican Republic seeking balanced bilateral trade across multiple sectorsThese and other stories are on Episode 2 for the Week of May 26. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our Podcast.Register now for the Victory Run Walk 2025 featuring 5K, 10K and half marathon events during Labor Day weekend in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands and Diamond Key, Marina Jost Van Dyke, British Virgin Islands. Early bird registration ends June 1st at VictoryRunwalkVI.com.
We explore the diverse economic and tourism developments across the Caribbean, from the British Virgin Islands' expansion into cryptocurrency to Dominica's enhanced disaster response capabilities. Caribbean destinations continue to dominate the global cruise industry while preparing for major tourism events and adapting to changing economic conditions.• British Virgin Islands positions itself as a leader in cryptocurrency and fintech at Canada Crypto Week 2025• Dominica opens two new emergency facilities funded by US Southern Command totaling $2.7 million• Puerto Rico reports second straight month of declining economic activity, raising recession concerns• Caribbean remains world's largest cruise passenger region with 14.98 million travelers in 2024• Bahamas leads Caribbean cruise destinations with 8.5 million visitors last year• Caribbean Week in New York set for June 1-6, 2025 with theme "Caribbean Resilience: Crafting Tomorrow's Tourism"• Fifth Punta Cuna Grand Prix cycling event in Dominican Republic scheduled for June 6-7These and other stories are on Episode 4 for the Week of May 19. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our Podcast.Register now for the Victory Run Walk 2025 featuring 5K, 10K and half marathon events during Labor Day weekend in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands and Diamond Key, Marina Yosvendike, British Virgin Islands. Early bird registration ends June 1st at VictoryRunwalkVI.com.
From billion-dollar investments to infrastructure projects, islands across the region are positioning themselves for sustainable growth while enhancing their global competitiveness.African Export-Import Bank opens $1 billion US oil services lending line in Guyana to boost local oil and gas enterprisesDominica announces world's longest detachable cable car to begin operations in December 2025Dominican Republic forms advisory commission to review and recommend improvements to immigration lawsThese and other stories are on Episode 4 for the Week of May 19. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our Podcast.Register now for Victory Run Walk 2025 in the US Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands. Early bird registration for the 5K, 10K and half marathon is available at VictoryRunWalkVI.com until June 1st.
The Caribbean region is experiencing significant developments across multiple fronts, from diplomatic tensions to major infrastructure investments and innovations in energy and agriculture. U.S. offers support to Guyana Defense Force against international gangs amid rising tensions with Venezuela over the disputed Essequibo regionJamaica secures significant energy deal with Trinidad and Tobago worth $90 million for high and low sulfur fuel oilUS Virgin Islands sells $150 million in GARVEE bonds to fund transportation projects and refinance existing debtDominican Republic's BioVega facility distributes over 1.5 million in vitro plants across 16 crop varieties to hundreds of farmersThese and other stories are on Episode 3 for the Week of May 19. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send your comments or news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.For more Caribbean news, stories, and information, visit us online at pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Caribbean nations are navigating diplomatic challenges and building strategic partnerships to enhance their position on the global stage. The region is seeing increased cooperation in security, aviation, trade, and education while addressing sovereignty issues.India calls on Venezuela to honor its commitment to regional peace and avoid conflict in Guyana's Essequibo regionTurks and Caicos receives security reinforcement with officers from Barbados as part of a regional security assistance packageJamaica appoints its first honorary consul to the British Virgin Islands, opening new opportunities for bilateral cooperationAntigua and Barbuda secures air service agreement with Rwanda as part of strategy to become transatlantic aviation hub connecting the Caribbean with AfricaThese and other stories are on Episode 1 for the Week of May 19. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com. Like and follow us on Facebook and subscribe to our Podcast.
Caribbean nations are navigating complex challenges through innovative regional cooperation and international partnerships. Today's headlines showcase strategic approaches to sustainable development, from migration assistance programs to economic diversification initiatives.UN International Organization for Migration Helping Undocumented Caribbean Migrants Return Home Voluntarily Eastern Caribbean Currency Union Establishing Regional Regulation of Citizenship by Investment ProgramsDominican Republic Launches Commonwealth Countries Trade workshops focusing on UK, Canada, Jamaica, India, Guyana and AustraliaAfrican Export-Import Bank Partners with Bahamas to Establish First Afro-Caribbean Marketplace While Developing CARICOM Trade Center in BarbadosThese and other stories are on the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4, Week of May 12. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.Register now for the Victory Run Walk 2025 in the US Virgin Islands! Early bird registration for the 5K, 10K, and half marathon is open at VictoryRunwalkVI.com with discounts ending June 1st.
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Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.China To Work with Latin American and Caribbean Nations on Global Development InitiativeJamaica Invests US$22 Million to Promote Thriving Entrepreneurship Guyana Investing in Technology to Support Regional Crime-Fighting Kenya Leading UN-Backed International Security Mission to Help Haiti These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2, Week of May 12.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.Cuba Prepared to Strengthen Mutually Beneficial Cooperation with ChinaWave of Haitian Deportations Concerning Dominican Republic Association of IndustriesDemand for Guyana's Crude Increases in the European Union U.S. Warns Caribbean Nationals Against Birth TourismThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1, Week of May 12.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.Bahamas Renegotiating Labor Agreements with Cuba Dominican Republic and the United Arab Emirates Sign Strategic Cybersecurity Agreement Barbados Rank First on New UN Multilateralism IndexCaribbean Countries Tackling Record Sargassum Bloom, As Grenda Leads in Developing A Product Value ChainThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4, Week of May 5.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Undersea Cable Project for electricity from the Dominican Republic to Puerto Rico Nears ApprovalUniversity of the Virgin Islands and its Research and Technology Park Broke Ground For Solar Farm Nevis Set For Digital Advancement with Third Telecommunications ProviderBritish Virgin Islands Voted the Hottest Destination of 2025These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 3, Week of May 5.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Haitian Government Imposes National State of Emergency29th World Law Congress Meeting In Santo DomingoPossibilities of a Natural Gas Contract Between Grenada and Trinidad and Tobago Is Exciting News For the RegionTrump To Impose 100% Tariff on Non-US filmsThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2, Week of May 5.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:BVI Administration Seeks to Protect Its Authority in Negotiations with UK.Dominican Republic Has Doubled Fruit Exports Guyanese Businesses Link With Investment-Ready Japanese CorporationsSaint Kitts Reports An Increase In Cruise Arrivals These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1, Week of May 5.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Nevis Premier Urges CARICOM and OECS to Consider Direct Linkages with Latin American and Other Non-Traditional PartnersCentral Bank of Barbados Lowered Full-Year Growth PredictionsOECS Director General Says Antigua and Barbuda Could Benefit From a Radar System Former PAHO Director Dr. Carissa Etienne Honored PosthumouslyThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4, Week of April 28.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Dominican Republic Emerging as A Major Producer of Rare Earth ElementsRussian Foreign Minister On Visit To Dominican RepublicTrinidad and Tobago Signs First-of-Its-Kind Trade Agreement with Chile Trunk Bay, St. John, USVI, Added to Hall of Fame Among Best of the BestThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 3, Week of April 28.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Caricom Implements Agency for Crime and Security Grenada's Prime Minister Visits VenezuelaAmerican Company World Emblem Expands to Dominican RepublicCaribbean Being Celebrated at This Year's Abu Dhabi International Book Fair These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2, Week of April 28.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Haitian Government Starts Repatriation Program in Dominican RepublicTrump Proposed Cuts in 2026, A Major Blow to Headstart In US Virgin IslandsGuyana and Brazilian Governments Start Cross-Border Immunization Sea Moss Becoming A Commercial Crop. These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1, Week of April 28.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Amnesty International Urges Dominican Republic to Stop Mass Haitian DeportationsBritish Virgin Islands Reduces Residency Requirement PeriodJamaica Regional Leader in Radiation Safety and SecurityCaribbean-American Entrepreneur Helping Tech Startups These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4, Week of April 21.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: US tariffs threaten Trinidad and Tobago's energy exports to the United StatesOECS Citizenship by Investment Program Leaders Meeting in AntiguaFair Taxation of Digital Assets in Puerto Rico Act To Impact Cryptocurrency InvestorsNew Hotel Developments and Openings in the RegionThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 3, Week of April 21.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Antigua and Barbuda Social Program In Jeopardy with New US TariffsBritish Virgin Islands Eyes Dominica Republic over Miami as Source for GoodsCARICOM, African Union, and Diaspora Speak As One- for Global ReparationPope Francis Remembered as a Champion for Small Island StatesThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2, Week of April 21.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Tropical Shipping Not Subject to $1 Million Port Fee TariffsUnited Nations Reports Record Hunger in HaitiAntigua and Barbuda Talk Homeporting with Cruiselines St. Lucia's Julien Alfred Sets New Track RecordThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1, Week of April 21.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Catch up on the latest Caribbean news. Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Antigua and Barbuda applaud US Judge's decision to stop subpoenas British and US Virgin Islands reach Charter Vessels Industry Agreement Sotheby's International Realty Develops New Luxury Property in NevisCaribbean Examinations Council explores adding AI in the region's educationThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4 for the week of April 14.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: BVI Premier calls UK law enforcement reform contemporary colonialism The Bahamas halt SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket booster landings Puerto Rico Pharmaceutical Manufacturing ranked as second-largest in US Antigua and Barbuda Celebrates First Female Antiguan PilotThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 3 for the week of April 14.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Bahamian Part of 6 Woman Team to Fly To Space on Blue Origin MissionDominican Republic Students Awarded NASA HonorsSaudi Arabia and Grenada Sign New Agreement6 Teams Competing in Cricket West Indies 2025 Rising Stars Championship These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2 for the week of April 14.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines: Barbados Now the region's leader in green bus transportation The Republic of China (Taiwan) Help Fund Basseterre Desalination PlantCaribbean Airlines Launch New Trinidad and Miami FlightsShipping Companies team up to construct a US$285 million port facility in GuyanaThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1 for the week of April 14.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:University of the Virgin Islands affected by Trump Administration PoliciesBarbados collaborates with China on "Zero-Carbon Island CooperationUnited States has revoked permits affecting gas projects in TrinidadDelta Airlines launching daily non-stop service from Atlanta to GrenadaThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 4 for the week of April 7.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:U.S. Defense Secretary Raised Concerns over Panama CanalOPEC Fund for International Development signs agreement with Banesco, DRAntigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Urges Local Investment in TourismNevis Premier Urges Expansion of the St. Kitts Nevis Visa Waiver Programme These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 3 for the week of April 7.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:U.S. Virgin Islands obligates $18.1 billion in Disaster RecoveryDominican Republic proposes a 30% increase to tourism salariesGrenada reports an uptick in U.S. citizens applying for citizenship Tobago resumes discussions for Sandals ResortThese and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 2 for the week of April 7.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:CARICOM Chairman Launch Buy Regional and Local CampaignGuyana Forging Regional Business and Trade AlliancesCayman Islands implemented new cryptocurrency rules Dominican Republic announces measures to address Haitian migration These and other stories are on the Caribbean News Round Up, Episode 1 for the week of April 7.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Several Caribbean nations impacted by new US TariffsBVI Deputy Premier calling for more regulation of tobacco productsDominica's Patricia Scotland steps down as Secretary-General of the Common WealthTim Duncan Foundation host educational enrichment event for USVI StudentsThese and other stories on the Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 Week of March 31.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Major oil and gas expansions planned in Trinidad and Tobago Dominican Republic ruled out reopening airspace with HaitiKing Felipe VI of Spain and U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor will be in Dominican RepublicThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 for the Week of March 31.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:Caribbean Hotel & Tourism Association (CHTA) released 2024/2025 report Barbados positioning to be a Caribbean transshipment and logistics hubCARICOM amending its tax treaty First Woman Appointed Chief of Police in U.S. Virgin IslandsThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 31.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:US Secretary of State acknowledged Jamaica's gun problem starts in USNigerian Agro Hub Warehouse and Logistics Center set for St. Kitts and Nevis.Cricket West Indies Reappoints Women Directors Antigua and Barbuda's Citizenship Investment Programme receives accoladesThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 for the Week of March 31.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:First Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit held this weekDominican Republic and Japan signed a US$70 million cooperation deal DIGICEL, and Caban Energy partner for Caribbean carbon reduction These and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 for the Week of March 24.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:New Medical School Opens in British Virgin Islands Guyana, Mount Sinai, and Hess partner to develop a national cancer centerTrump administration's plan 25% tariff on Venezuelan oil purchasers These and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 for the Week of March 24.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:CARICOM, Shipping agencies, US ports oppose proposed US Shipping fees African Export-Import Bank to give $7 million to Barbados urban transformation Dominican Republic emerging as a major Latin American poultry producerThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 24.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:US Secretary of State to Meet With Caricom Leaders this weekAntigua and Barbuda Pushes for Low-Cost Climate Loans For Small Island StatesCayman Tour Operators see smaller profits from cruise line sales These and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 17.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines:US State Department clarify travel ban listUS court order seek bank account information from AntiguaGuyana and Panama improve security cooperationThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 17.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
The Caribbean region sees major developments across multiple sectors including sports, healthcare, legislation, and environmental conservation, alongside concerning news about potential travel restrictions.Dominican Republic aims to host 2027 Olympic Committee sessionGuyana digitizing health system Apple Pay in Puerto RicoThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 17.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Caribbean nations are implementing strategic initiatives to diversify economies and promote sustainable development. From IMF-guided business improvements in Antigua to new marine conservation partnerships in Barbados, this episode explores how the region balances growth with environmental protection. IMF advising Antigua and Barbuda on strengthening business environmentBarbados partners with Ireland's Marine Institute on marine conservationBritish Virgin Islands working to balance tourism numbers with infrastructureU.S. lifts ban on Dominican sugar exportsThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 2 for the Week of March 17.Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Caribbean nations face potential US travel restrictions as the Trump administration considers banning residents from countries with citizenship-by-investment programs. Dominica has been placed on a "yellow list" for possible visa suspensions while Antigua's Prime Minister defends his country's program standards.• US preparing travel ban targeting "red list" nations for security concerns• Antigua PM Gaston Brown defends their citizenship program's standards and transparency• Dominica on "yellow list" with 60 days to address program deficiencies• Bahamas concerned about losing Cuban medical professionals due to US visa sanctionsThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 for the Week of March 17.Follow Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know, and email press releases and information to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.U.S. extends flight ban to Port-au-PrinceGrenada signs visa waivers with several African nationsSaint Lucia Registers Its First Geographical IndicationChick-fil-A bestows $200K grant to Puerto Rico nonprofitThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 4 for the week of March 10th Follow Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know, and share your local updates with us at news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.BVI Defends Financial Services SectorUK ends visa-free travel for Trinidad & Tobago nationalsGrenada commits $32.4 million for agricultural developmentDominican Republic Hospital performs first robot-assisted gastrectomyThese and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up Episode 3 for the week of March 10th Follow Pulse of the Caribbean Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know, and share your local updates with us at news@pulseofthecaribbean.com.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines.Caricom invites the Trump Administration to the regionTrinidad and Tobago denounces new US government visa rulesSt. Kitts Nevis Reaffirms Independent Foreign Policy Amid U.S.- Cuba RelationsGoodwill opens its 1st Puerto Rico store These and other stories are on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up for the week of March 10, Episode 2.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines A SpaceX debris recovery team in The Bahamas Dominican Republic and Purdue University form partnership in semiconductors and biotechnologyDominica's geothermal power plant: on track for Christmas Haitian economist takes over as transition presidentThese and other stories on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up for Monday, March 10, 2025.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines 3rd Meeting of OECS Council of Ministers for Immigration Focus on Free MovementCaribbean Development Bank approves 17 million loan for St. LuciaHaiti opens third international airport Canadian Company acquires controlling interest in Puerto Rico Wind FarmThese and other stories on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up for Friday, March 7, 2025.
Here's a look at what's making Caribbean Headlines Lawsuit filed to block US migrant transfer to Guantanamo Bay, CubaBarbados Invest $2 million to revitalize agriculture and reduce food importUS Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands Meet to Discuss Charter Industry DisputesS&P Upgrades Turks and Caicos Credit RatingThese and other stories on today's Pulse of the Caribbean-Caribbean News Round Up for Thursday, March 6, 2025.