Politics
October 9, 2023
Belizean Soldiers to Join UN Security Mission to Haiti, Minister Confirms
Belizean soldiers, under the United Nations security mission led by Kenya, will be deployed to Haiti to address the escalating violence caused by gang conflicts.
October 9, 2023
Barbadians Warned of Possible Increase in Oil Prices due to Middle East Conflict
Barbadians are warned about the possible rise in oil prices due to the outbreak of war in the Middle East and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, according to Minister Kerrie Symmonds.
October 8, 2023
Retaliatory Israeli Air Strikes on Gaza Reportedly Result in Civilian Casualties, Palestinian Health Officials Say - Reuters
Israeli security forces conduct rescue operations and clear areas seized by Palestinian militants from Gaza. The attack has resulted in casualties on both sides and ongoing violence.
October 7, 2023
Hamas Launches Largest Attack on Israel in Years, Prompting Israeli Military Response
Hamas launched a major attack on Israel, combining gunmen infiltrating Israeli towns with a barrage of rockets. Israel declared war and launched airstrikes. Dozens of casualties reported on both sides. The situation is ongoing.
October 7, 2023
Commemorating 47th Anniversary of Cubana Airlines Disaster: Barbados and CARICOM Member States Join Cuba in Pledging Unity Against Terrorism
Barbados and other CARICOM member states joined Cuba in commemorating the 47th anniversary of the Cubana Airlines disaster. Officials called for diplomatic ties with Cuba, to end the trade embargo and drop the island from the list of state sponsors of terrorism.
October 7, 2023
Barbados Medical Practitioner Calls for Revenues from Sugar-Sweetened Beverage and Salt Tax to be Directed to Healthcare Sector
Dr. Lynda Williams, President of BAMP, suggests using revenues from the sugar-sweetened beverage and salt content taxes to specifically boost the healthcare budget in Barbados.
October 7, 2023
Government and Private Sector Collaborate to Boost Creative Sector: Minister Munro-Knight
Government and the private sector are collaborating to boost the creative sector through initiatives such as the ACT Festival, providing opportunities for economic growth and partnerships in Barbados.
October 7, 2023
Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Illegal Firearm Charge: Breaking News
Justice Christopher Birch sentences Don Sylvester Browne to 12 years in prison for illegal firearm possession. Browne pleaded guilty to possessing a .45 ACP semi-automatic pistol and ammunition.
October 7, 2023
Barbados Selected as Host for XVI Ministerial Forum for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC)
Barbados has been chosen as the host for the XVI Ministerial Forum for Development in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) in collaboration with the UNDP and ECLAC.
October 6, 2023
Surge in Migrant Crossings to Canary Islands Amid European Migration Concerns
Spanish coast guards rescue 262 migrants in three boats attempting to reach the Canary Islands, sparking concern over rising irregular immigration. Emergency services overwhelmed and calling for European Union assistance.
October 6, 2023
Government Pensioners Receive 4% Increase in Monthly Payments Under New Contract Agreement
Government pensioners in St. George's, Grenada, have received a four percent increase in their monthly payment as part of a new contract agreement with the Ministry of Finance. The increase covers the period of January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and applies to both teachers and public workers. Additionally, the ministry announced that any short payments from January 2023 to August 2023 will be rectified by October 15, 2023. The agreement also includes a 13 percent increase for public officers for the period 2023-2025.
October 6, 2023
Areas of Mutual Interest between Barbados and ECLAC Highlighted in Recent Bilateral Meeting
Areas of mutual interest between Barbados and ECLAC were discussed, including international development financial architecture, climate change, social development, and the impact of COVID-19 on social protection systems. ECLAC expressed support for Barbados' social development initiatives.