Government of Barbados

Bridgetown, Barbados – The Barbados Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCI) recently led a successful trade mission to Panama from October 16-21, 2024. The mission, which was organized in collaboration with PROPANAMA.GOB, Export Barbados (BIDC), Invest Barbados, the Embassy of Barbados in Panama, and Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc., brought together a delegation of Barbadian businesses to explore new market opportunities, establish valuable partnerships, and gain first-hand insights into Panama's growing economy. During the mission, participants had access to exclusive business-to-business (B2B) meetings with Panamanian companies, site visits to critical trade hubs such as the Panama Canal, Panama Pacifico, and Colón Free Zones, and networking events with key industry leaders and stakeholders. The mission was tailored to foster mutually beneficial relationships across various sectors, including logistics and shipping, renewable energy, ICT and innovation, professional services, manufacturing, and more. The Ambassadors of both Barbados and Panama, H.E. Ian Walcott-Skinner and H.E. Xiomara Perez also accompanied the mission. “We are pleased with the success of this trade mission to Panama,” said Misha Lobban Clarke Lobban-Clarke, Executive Director of the BCCI. “This trade mission was strategically aimed at building mutually beneficial partnerships that will enhance business growth for Barbadian companies and contribute significantly to the broader economic development of Barbados. We were pleased that the members of the delegation were able to make valuable connections with Panamanian businesses and gain a deeper understanding of the opportunities in this growing market. We are confident that this mission will enhance bilateral relations and increase trade and investment between Barbados and Panama.” Ambassador Walcott-Skinner also added that “the Embassy and the Government of Barbados are very pleased with the outcomes so far, as we are fulfilling the Prime Minister’s mandate of commercial diplomacy connecting the hub of Panama to Barbados.” In addition to the organized business activities, the mission provided a deeper understanding of Panama's business environment, infrastructure, and investment opportunities. By facilitating direct interactions with industry experts and government officials, the mission enabled Barbadian businesses to better navigate the Panamanian market and explore avenues for trade and collaboration. Following the success of this mission, the BCCI plans to organize follow-up virtual meetings and further trade exchanges to solidify the partnerships established during this visit to ensure that Barbadian businesses can continue to maximize the opportunities and partnerships. The BCCI is committed to supporting the growth and development of Barbadian businesses. This trade mission is just one example of the many ways in which the BCCI is working to help Barbadian businesses succeed in the global marketplace.

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It was a privilege to welcome back to the Governor’s Residence former Governor Dr. Marion Williams, former Deputy Governors Darcy Boyce and Dr. Daniel Boamah, and former Advisor to the Governor Peter Whitehall for this year’s third Forerunners Forum. We gathered for a Sip and Paint, with our masterpieces paying homage to the Central Bank’s builders—a fitting tribute to their legacy. Guided by the talented Paint & Groove Studio, we embraced our creative sides and honoured the leaders who paved the way for the Central Bank we know today. This quarterly event, which I established to honour past leaders of the Central Bank of Barbados, has now cemented itself as a space for reflection and camaraderie. For this particular event, the setting sun and symbolic imagery of deep roots provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of artistic expression. I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to socialise with these incredible leaders and celebrate their lasting contributions to the Central Bank and Barbados. Their dedication and hard work have shaped both our institution and our nation. #ForerunnersForum #CentralBankBarbados #BarbadosNationBuilders

Applications Invited For National Development Scholarships 2024 Applications are invited from suitably qualified Barbadians for the 2024 National Development Scholarships at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Applicants must be citizens of Barbados, between ages 18 and 40, and have been accepted at an Internationally Accredited University. Scholarships may be awarded in the following areas: Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence; Robotics and Machine Learning; Electronic Vehicle Maintenance; Repair and Engineering; Renewable Energy and Sustainable Development; Indoor Air Quality; Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering; Forensic Pathology; Communication Sciences and Disorders; Audiology; Speech Therapy; Object Conservation for Sculptures; Archaeology; Artifacts and Ethnographic; and Dendrology. Programmes offered at campuses of The University of the West Indies will not be considered. The scholarship covers: - one direct economy class ticket to the country of study at the commencement of the course, and one return ticket to Barbados on completion of the programme - full tuition fees, payable directly to the university - a book allowance of $ 1,000.00 (once) - a clothing allowance of $736.00 (once), applicable for students pursuing studies in cold countries, and - Living allowance as follows: USA $6,300.00 per annum; CAN.$5,880.00 per annum, and United Kingdom £7,560.00 per annum. Successful applicants will be required to enter a bond with two sureties to return and work in Barbados on completion of the course, on the basis of one year for each year of the award. For application forms and further information, visit the website of the Ministry of Education, Technological and Vocational Training (METVT), or collect directly from the METVT’s Elsie Payne Complex, Constitution Road, St. Michael. Completed forms must be submitted by Friday, October 25, 2024. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Source: https://lnkd.in/gqyFGKdX See also: https://lnkd.in/gTJknRr2

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Launches Bridgetown 3.0 priorities in the margins of the UN General Assembly With the clock ticking for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the cost of inaction now impossible to ignore, the Barbados Prime Minister calls for urgent action to transform a broken global financial system. The Bridgetown 3.0 campaign highlights priority actions to build a more equitable, fit-for-purpose development finance architecture, especially to unlock finance for adaptation and shock-proof economies from natural disasters. See - https://lnkd.in/db5SN3Kv

CRCP2025 Call for Submissions! visit https://lnkd.in/eNghCsDv. We are pleased to announce that CRCP2025, the flagship event of the Caribbean Alliance of National Psychological Associations - CANPA - will be held from June 9-13, 2025, at the Accra Beach Hotel & Spa, Barbados. Early Submission Deadline: October 31, 2024 Regular Submission Deadline: December 15, 2024 CRCP2025 Call for Submissions Flyer Image .png Building Mental Health Resiliencies: Empowering Our Communities is the theme of CRCP2025 and professionals, researchers, educators, and students across disciplines are encouraged to submit abstracts that align with the following areas: · Caribbean Psychology: Policy and Advocacy · Trauma and Healing · Innovative Practices and Research · Building Resilient Communities · Cultural Perspectives on Mental Health · Vulnerabilities in Small Island States: Climate Threats and Socioeconomic Contexts ABSTRACT SUBMISSION INFORMATION For more details on the subthemes

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September 27, 2024 The world needs a “reset” the Prime Minister of Barbados told the UN General Assembly on Friday morning.

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