The Government of the Virgin Islands was represented at the Fourth Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Economic Affairs Council in St. Vincent and the Grenadines by Honourable Dr. Karl Dawson.

Honourable Dawson joined regional leaders and delegates to discuss key discussions on regional integration, sustainable development, and economic growth amidst global challenges. Representatives also discussed key topics including the proposed OECS customs union and free circulation of goods regime, freedom of movement of OECS nationals, a regime for the free movement of services, competition policy and food security.

The meeting held on March 25 represented a pivotal moment for the OECS to align on strategies that will not only enhance its economic standing but also ensure sustainable growth in the face of external and internal challenges.

The Fourth Meeting of the OECS Economic Affairs Council commenced ahead of the 8th Council of Ministers: Tourism to be held in St. Vincent and the Grenadines on March 28.

Honourable Dawson was accompanied by Director of Digital Transformation in the Ministry of Financial Services Dr. Dawn Joseph, Assistant Secretary External Policy Xyrah Wheatley, and Policy Analyst/Strategic Advisor Lizette George.

Photos courtesy OECS Secretariat