Bermuda eyes full membership in CARICOM

In a transfer signaling nearer regional integration, Bermuda is poised to step up its engagement with the Caribbean Neighborhood (CARICOM) by changing into a full-fledged member.

This initiative, introduced throughout a latest Throne Speech, displays a rising aspiration to deepen ties with Caribbean nations.

Renewing a imaginative and prescient of unity

Governor Rena Lalgie shared that the aspiration for Bermuda to transition from an affiliate to a full member of CARICOM resonates with the imaginative and prescient set forth by former Premier Dame Jennifer Smith. 

This imaginative and prescient emphasizes strengthening the bonds that Bermuda shares with the Caribbean by way of heritage, household, and tradition.

Commemoration and session

As Bermuda commemorates twenty years of affiliation with CARICOM, it views this milestone as an opportune second to think about a extra built-in position throughout the group. 

“On this anniversary yr, the Authorities will renew the imaginative and prescient of Dame Jennifer, initiating a session course of resulting in full membership in CARICOM,” Governor Lalgie mentioned.

Bermuda grew to become a CARICOM affiliate member on July 3, 2003.

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