India and CARICOM Strengthen Ties in Joint Commission Meeting

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Recently, the 2nd India-CARICOM Joint Commission meeting was held virtually on November 6, 2024.

About 2nd India-CARICOM Joint Commission meeting

1. The second meeting of the India-CARICOM Joint Commission was held virtually on November 7, 2024.

3. The meeting reviewed the spectrum of relations between India and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), focusing on areas such as trade, investment, health, and capacity building.

4. Focused Areas of Collaboration:

i) Economic Cooperation and Trade: Both sides reviewed economic progress and explored future trade opportunities.

ii) Renewable Energy and Climate Resilience: India reaffirmed its commitment to supporting CARICOM’s climate goals through technical expertise in renewable energy.

iii) Education and Capacity Building: The meeting emphasized partnerships in education, human resource development, and digital infrastructure to bolster social and economic progress.

5. CARICOM’s Strategic Importance for India: CARICOM represents a unified voice in the Caribbean, aligned with India’s goals of strengthening partnerships with the Global South. The Caribbean’s strategic location offers potential for economic, technological, and cultural exchanges beneficial to both India and CARICOM nations.

6. Both parties agreed to intensify high-level dialogues and collaborative projects. India and CARICOM’s partnership is rooted in shared developmental values, aiming for progress in economic, social, and technological domains.

UPSC Syllabus: International organisation