News Releases

20 May 2024
Rodolfo Sabonge Calls for Holistic Collaboration at the 22nd Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference
At the 22nd Caribbean Shipping Executives’ Conference in Miami Florida on 20 May, 2024, the ACS Secretary General, Rodolfo Sabonge, participated in a panel discussion on “Stimulating Caribbean Commerce: Collaborative Strategies to foster Inter-Island Trade” alongside Maxim Mella of AGEPORT and Jean-Phillippe Baussan from AGEMAR S.A.
16 May 2024
Ambassador of Cuba presents Credentials to the ACS
The Secretariat of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) was honoured to receive His Excellency Ambassador Gustavo Daniel Véliz Olivares, Ambassador of Cuba to Trinidad and Tobago, who visited our facilities to present his credentials.
15 May 2024
29th Ordinary Meeting of The ACS Ministerial Council concludes in Paramaribo, Suriname
On May 9, 2024, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Suriname, International Business and International Cooperation, in close collaboration with the Secretariat of the ACS successfully conducted the 29th Ordinary Meeting of the ACS Ministerial Council in Paramaribo, Suriname.
7 May 2024
8th ACS International Cooperation Conference Highlights Digital Transformation and Environmental Conservation in the Greater Caribbean
The 8th ACS International Cooperation Conference, held in Paramaribo, Suriname, on 7 May 2024, brought together regional and international experts, policymakers, stakeholders and development partners to explore pressing issues and opportunities facing the region.
6 May 2024
Suriname Opens 16th ACS Business Forum with a Focus on Fostering Sustainable Growth through Increased Production and Improved Connectivity
The 16th Business Forum of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) officially began today in Paramaribo, Suriname, with a ceremonious opening that underscored the Association's commitment to enhancing sustainable economic growth across the Greater Caribbean. Dignitaries, business leaders, and policymakers gathered to engage in strategic dialogues aimed at propelling the region towards enhanced production and connectivity.
29 April 2024
UNDP and ACS renew their Memorandum of Understanding to enhance Caribbean development and connectivity
The Association of Caribbean States (ACS) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed a renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the ACS Secretariat in Port of Spain, continuing and expanding their commitment to regional development and cooperation.
17 April 2024
ACS supports sustainability at the Central America travel market 2024
The Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) attended the 2024 edition of the Central America Travel Market, held on April 16-18th in El Salvador.
12 April 2024
ACS Secretary General Delivers the Keynote Address for webinar on Short Sea Shipping Services in the Southern Caribbean
The Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), H.E. Rodolfo Sabonge, participated in a webinar on Short Sea Shipping (SSS) Services in the Southern Caribbean Region, hosted by the University of Trinidad and Tobago (UTT) on Tuesday 9th April, 2024.
12 April 2024
Serbia and the ACS Reaffirm commitment to collaborate
His Excellency Rodolfo Sabonge, Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), held significant meetings with two key Serbian officials today in Belgrade: Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ivica Dačić; and President of the National Assembly of Serbia, Ana Brnabić. He was accompanied on this official visit by ACS Chief Executive Coordinator, Tricia Barrow.
9 April 2024
6th Meeting of the Executive Board of The Caribbean Sea Commission
The 6th Meeting of the Executive Board of The Caribbean Sea Commission was held virtually on 9th April 2024.