News Releases

28 June 2023
International conference in Panama on Caribbean sandy beaches poses challenges for the region
The City of Knowledge, Panama, is the venue for the International Conference of the Association of Caribbean States entitled "Identification, Protection, Restoration and Management of the Beaches of the Greater Caribbean 2023", (IPREeM Greater Caribbean 2023), from 28 to 30 June.
26 June 2023
Secretary meets with the Permanent Secretary of Antigua’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Secretary General Rodolfo Sabonge held a meeting with the Permanent Secretary of Antigua’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Anthony Liverpool.
15 June 2023
ACS attends Regional Sargasso Conference: Turning Sargasso into an Opportunity
Secretary General Rodolfo Sabonge stressed the importance of jointly tackling this and the other problems facing the Greater Caribbean region as a result of climate change.
12 June 2023
The Secretary General meets with the Dean of the Panama International Maritime University (UMIP)
The ACS recognises the importance of strengthening ties with educational institutions, especially those dedicated to training in maritime and Caribbean-related subjects.
3 June 2023
ACS Secretary General meets with the President of Suriname
The discussion between Secretary General Sabonge and President Santokhi also addressed critical issues faced by member states of the ACS, and both leaders expressed their commitment to improving collaboration among the membership.
18 May 2023
Suriname Assumes Chairmanship of the Association of Caribbean States Ministerial Council
Ambassador Albert Ramchand Ramdin's Background: Born in Suriname, Ambassador Ramdin has dedicated his career to public service, holding significant positions both in his home country and international organizations. His experience spans various domains, including international business, diplomacy, development assistance, and project management.
12 May 2023
Association of Caribbean States (ACS) Hosts its 9th Summit of Heads of States and/or Government
This Summit, presided by Guatemalan President, His Excellency Alejandro Giammattei, saw the approval of the Declaration of Antigua, which in addition to a commitment to the revitalisation of the ACS.
10 May 2023
Association of Caribbean States (ACS) Celebrates the 15th Business Forum of the Greater Caribbean in Antigua, Guatemala
The 15th Business Forum of the Greater Caribbean, ACS' flagship event and regional platform for public-private dialogue in the region, was held at the Porta Hotel in Antigua, Guatemala. Business leaders and policy makers in attendance presented and discussed information, strategies and updated knowledge on attracting foreign direct investment and increasing economic competitiveness and productivity in the region.
9 May 2023
7th ACS International Cooperation Conference a Success in Guatemala on May 8th, 2023
The seventh iteration of the ACS International Cooperation Conference (ACS) has concluded Antigua, Guatemala, kicking off a week of highly anticipated meetings that will culminate in the 9th Summit of ACS Head of States and/or Government Agenda on May 12th, 2023. The conference, themed “A Decisive Step in the Consolidation of Building of Bridges for the Comprehensive Unification of the Greater Caribbean Region” was presided over by President of the Ministerial Council of the ACS, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, His Excellency Mario Búcaro Flores and was attended by delegates representing several countries, cooperation agencies and companies as well as international and regional organisations.
9 May 2023
The Cooperation Catalogue of the Association of Caribbean States
The Catalogue presents in total twenty (20) best practices offered by Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Mexico and Panama, presented by country and in alignment with the SDG’s. As illustrated, the Catalogue covers a very wide range of thematic areas, diversifying the cooperation offered, and enhancing its scope.