Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates
02/28/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 02/27/2026 14:46
Minister of State H.E. Noura Al Kaabi Participates as Special Guest at 50th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting, Advancing UAE–Caribbean Cooperation
Minister of State H.E. Noura Al Kaabi Participates as Special Guest at 50th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting, Advancing UAE-Caribbean Cooperation
Sat 28/2/2026
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Her Excellency Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State, participated as a Special Guest at the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), held in Saint Kitts and Nevis.
In her remarks to CARICOM leaders, Her Excellency Al Kaabi reaffirmed the UAE's approach to international cooperation, emphasizing implementation, delivery, and long-term impact. H.E. highlighted the shared strengths between the UAE and Caribbean states - ambition, resilience, and adaptability in the face of global challenges - noting that these common qualities provide a strong foundation for collaboration in climate resilience, innovation, and sustainable development.
Building on this foundation, the UAE is pursuing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with CARICOM to further institutionalize economic cooperation and unlock new avenues for trade and investment.
CARICOM leaders welcomed the UAE's continued engagement in the region, praising its contributions to digitization initiatives, development projects, and renewable energy cooperation. Her Excellency Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados, described the UAE's engagement as "tangible and sustainable."
During the visit, Her Excellency Al Kaabi held constructive discussions with several Heads of Government, including Prime Minister Mottley, focusing on expanding cooperation in connectivity, trade, and economic growth. Her Excellency also met with His Excellency Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica, to explore enhanced cooperation in digitization.
Her Excellency Al Kaabi further held bilateral meetings with foreign ministers, including His Excellency Melvin Bouva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation of Suriname, and His Excellency Alva Baptiste, Minister for External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation and Diaspora Affairs of Saint Lucia.
Representatives of Dalil Information Technology also participated, reflecting the UAE's integrated approach to advancing cooperation in digital transformation.
H.E. Al Kaabi was accompanied by Omar Shehadeh, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States, and a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
The UAE's participation in the 50th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting reflects its continued commitment to translating dialogue into action and strengthening practical cooperation across the Caribbean region.
In her remarks to CARICOM leaders, Her Excellency Al Kaabi reaffirmed the UAE's approach to international cooperation, emphasizing implementation, delivery, and long-term impact. H.E. highlighted the shared strengths between the UAE and Caribbean states - ambition, resilience, and adaptability in the face of global challenges - noting that these common qualities provide a strong foundation for collaboration in climate resilience, innovation, and sustainable development.
Building on this foundation, the UAE is pursuing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with CARICOM to further institutionalize economic cooperation and unlock new avenues for trade and investment.
CARICOM leaders welcomed the UAE's continued engagement in the region, praising its contributions to digitization initiatives, development projects, and renewable energy cooperation. Her Excellency Mia Amor Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados, described the UAE's engagement as "tangible and sustainable."
During the visit, Her Excellency Al Kaabi held constructive discussions with several Heads of Government, including Prime Minister Mottley, focusing on expanding cooperation in connectivity, trade, and economic growth. Her Excellency also met with His Excellency Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica, to explore enhanced cooperation in digitization.
Her Excellency Al Kaabi further held bilateral meetings with foreign ministers, including His Excellency Melvin Bouva, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation of Suriname, and His Excellency Alva Baptiste, Minister for External Affairs, International Trade, Civil Aviation and Diaspora Affairs of Saint Lucia.
Representatives of Dalil Information Technology also participated, reflecting the UAE's integrated approach to advancing cooperation in digital transformation.
H.E. Al Kaabi was accompanied by Omar Shehadeh, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States, and a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA).
The UAE's participation in the 50th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting reflects its continued commitment to translating dialogue into action and strengthening practical cooperation across the Caribbean region.
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