Saint Martin will join the OECS as an associate member, enhancing regional cooperation. Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit highlighted the importance of unity among Caribbean nations for economic development and collective problem-solving. The accession ceremony will take place during the 76th OECS Authority meeting chaired by St Lucia’s Prime Minister Philip J Pierre.
Saint Martin is set to become an associate member of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), as confirmed by Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit. This announcement was made prior to the 76th meeting of the OECS Authority, taking place on the island. Saint Martin will join fellow associate members Martinique and Guadeloupe in this regional effort to strengthen ties and promote unity within the Caribbean.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Skerrit emphasized the importance of the OECS and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in fostering cooperation among member nations. He stated that unity leads to better negotiations, smarter trade, and robust development opportunities. Dominica’s commitment to regional integration was reiterated as crucial for collective progress and strengthened ties among Caribbean nations.
The OECS meeting will be chaired by St Lucia’s Prime Minister Philip J Pierre, who will also oversee the accession ceremony for Saint Martin. The agenda will cover significant regional priorities, particularly focusing on economic development and cooperation among the member states. The OECS consists of several islands, including Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, and St Vincent and the Grenadines, among others, with the goal of enhancing regional collaboration.
Saint Martin’s accession as an associate member of the OECS represents a notable step towards greater regional integration in the Caribbean. Leaders emphasize that cooperation leads to better outcomes in economic and social development. This move will strengthen existing relationships and promote unity among the member nations, paving the way for collaborative solutions to regional challenges.
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