News Releases

19 September 2021
Secretariat Marks 38th Independence Anniversary of Saint Kitts and Nevis
As the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis celebrates the 38th anniversary of its independence, the Association of Caribbean States commemorates the occasion with the government and people of Saint Kitts and Nevis.
16 September 2021
Secretariat Congratulates Chair - Mexico - on 211th Independence Anniversary
The Secretariat of the ACS congratulates the United Mexican States on this the 211th anniversary of its independence. Mexico is the current Chair of the ACS Ministerial Council and has been the Chair of the ACS on several occasions.
15 September 2021
ACS Congratulates Five Central American Members on 200th Independence Anniversary
On September 15 1821, after years of an active independence movement, independence from Spain was declared in Guatemala City. In 1823, the Federal Republic of Central America was formed. The Federal Republic included present-day Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. All five countries are founding Members of the ACS.
15 September 2021
Sandy Shorelines Focal Points Meet
The Focal Points for the Sandy Shorelines Project held their 6th Meeting to present the progress and next steps on the establishment of the Caribbean Sandy Shorelines monitoring network. Secretary General Rodolfo Sabonge reaffirmed the ACS's commitment to strengthening the resilience of coastal communities that face the effects of climate change. He also urged Member States and Associate Members to heed the call of the United Nations Secretary General to accelerate recovery from COVID-19 and to create a world in which everyone can prosper in peace, dignity and equality on a healthy planet.
13 September 2021
Caribbean Tourism Development Partners Seek Inclusive & Collaborative Rebuilding
Stakeholders to present a united front and showcase strong support for tourism resilience and recovery at Caribbean virtual event to celebrate World Tourism Day.
6 September 2021
Dominican Republic Begins Vaccine Cooperation Programme in Caribbean
The Dominican Republic is beginning a COVID-19 vaccine-sharing programme with a donation of some 505,000 doses to countries in the Greater Caribbean.
1 September 2021
Former ACS Secretary General Dr. June Soomer awarded the Order of José de Marcoleta by the government of Nicaragua
Former ACS Secretary General Dr. June Soomer (2016-2020) has been awarded the Order of José de Marcoleta - Grand Cross, by the government of Nicaragua, for her commitment and dedication to the needs of the people and countries of the Greater Caribbean.
31 August 2021
ACS Congratualtes T&T on 59th Independence Anniversary
The Secretary General of the Association of Caribbean States wishes the people and the government of The Republic of Trinidad and Tobago a happy celebration on the 59th anniversary of independence.
19 August 2021
ACS Commemorates World Humanitarian Day
The Association of Caribbean States joins the world in commemorating World Humanitarian Day.
18 August 2021
SG Sabonge's Congratulatory Note to New Caricom SG
I have the profound honour to express to you, on behalf of the Association of Caribbean States and indeed on my own behalf, sincere congratulations on your appointment as the 1st Female and 8th Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).