Guyana, Barbados Relations a Model for CARICOM

• Head of state in Guyana, President Dr Irfaan Ali, has stated that Guyana and Barbados are working to create a success model for the region that will focus heavily on mitigating aspects of climate change and on enhanced food-security measures. 
• He noted that the two countries want to build a model of success for the rest of CARICOM, that will be able to address important issues and challenges being faced by all members, including climate change, environmental issues, water scarcity, food security, and the switch to renewable energy. 
• Both countries are working to remove the bureaucratic obstacles in order to provide a policy framework to enhance cooperation and movement of products and people through the Caribbean Community. This agreement between Guyana and Barbados will enhance the economic opportunities for both countries and ultimately benefit the Caribbean region.

(Source: Guyana Chronicle & NCBCM Research)