Caribbean News RoundUp

In this episode, we track how U.S. visa changes, OECS diplomacy, and Canada partnerships ripple across the region, then turn to a Bahamas trafficking case, Barbados sugar alarm, Grenada’s cannabis framework, Barbados elections, and Guyana’s tourism push.  Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send news releases to news@pulseofthecaribbean.com....

U.S. immigrant visa pause for 12 Caribbean nations, workforce shifts in Cayman, e‑passport rollout and agro export channels in the DR, Jamaica’s climate‑resilient coffee plan, Angostura’s return to India, USVI refinery cleanup steps, Puerto Rico’s airport microgrid, and Barbados Sailing Week 2026 are the headlines on today’s podcast. Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up...

The Caribbean sits at a crossroads where global policy, regional security, and tourism collide, and this week’s headlines reveal how quickly the map can shift. Here’s a look at the headlines. • U.S. travel warnings for Venezuela and consular service gaps • Cuba’s fuel squeeze under US sanctions  • U.S. withdrawal from climate bodies • Guyana drug seizures and intelligence-led operations • Antigua...

Headlines shape how we understand power and place, and bring Caribbean news into sharp focus. We open with a high-seas operation: U.S. authorities seized a Russian-flagged tanker linked to sanctioned oil near Venezuela. Other headlines include new U.S. visa bond requirements affecting Caribbean nations, heightened U.S.–Guyana security ties, Jamaica’s workers heading to Canada, and Grenada’s  Carib...

Caribbean headlines take center stage as the U.S. invasion of Caracas triggered legal, diplomatic, and travel fallout while regional leaders called for dialogue and stability. We connect the dots from trafficking indictments to airspace closures, then turn to development wins in transit, education, and diaspora leadership.  Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news...

Regional news reveals: security pressures, economic pivots, and infrastructure bets that signal where the region is heading. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. JetBlue flight and a U.S. military refueling tanker have near miss off the Venezuelan coast Guyana and the US signed a military cooperation  Venezuelan oil exports disrupted as US seize oil tanker off Venezuela coast Antigu...

We connect the dots between policy, connectivity, and mobility on this episode. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. Escalation continues in US–Venezuela relations  US suspends and re-reviews select immigration applications US Virgin Islands Delegation visit Ghana on trade, logistics, and finance mission Digicel invest in major upgrades in Trinidad and Tobago JetBlue’s expands direc...

Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. U.S. issues warning over Venezuelan airspace  Charter fee hikes in the BVI impacting U.S. VI operators  Jamaica secures $6.7B for hurricane recovery Dominican Republic–Haiti border wall gaps and security implications Election results in St. Vincent and the Grenadines and St. Lucia Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up f...

Policy, investment, civic data, and culture roundup the news. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. BVI seeks UK cooperation on border security  BVI finance underscores strong Chinese ownership links Antigua targets blight with demolitions and plan installation of new 200-camera network Barbados removes 8,291 names from voter registry Bahamas announces $100m Sandals Beaches redevelop...

Leaders across the Caribbean move from tension to cooperation as diplomacy, trade relief, security coordination, climate resilience, and infrastructure plans take shape. Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. Venezuela’s Maduro Ready to Speak With US  Regional Enforcement and Justice Leaders Meet In Summit targeting gangs and drug trafficking CARICOM Private Sector Reacts to US Tariff...

Ready to catch the biggest Caribbean stories? Here’s a look at what’s making Caribbean headlines. US DEA–Dominican Republic Meet on Coordinated Anti-trafficking Efforts Antigua Calls for U.S.–Venezuela diplomacy and regional stability CARICOM Reparations Commission Outreach and Public Education in the UK Guyana Plans Graduated Corporate Tax for Small and Medium Agribusinesses The Region's Nat...

Rising grocery bills, stubborn fuel prices, and a wave of new investments are reshaping daily life across the Caribbean.  Regional Financing Commitments Secured for agriculture at United Nations FAO forum  New United Nations FAO regional leadership focus on investment Antigua–Guyana Import Deal to Cut Food Prices BVI Regulated Essentials Basket Begin in December BVI Increase Funding in 2026 Budget...

Each story matters and has impact on travel, business, and daily life in the region. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. U.S. Military Buildup in Caribbean Continues as UK Suspends Intelligence and Venezuela Responds U.S. Visa Backlogs Impacting Travel for Caribbean Nationals Dominican Republic Airport Make Major Investments for Upgrades and Connectivity Beacon and General Acc...

We track the biggest Caribbean stories. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. U.S. Visa Reviews Expand to Chronic Health Risks Inaugural GUBA Awards and Trade and Investment Forum Spotlights Africa-Caribbean Trade Potential Dominican Republic Ranked Top Latin American Country for Investors Guyana Launches Coursera-Powered Public Service Training Dominican Republic vs Puerto Rico...

Headlines should do more than inform—they should reveal where the region is headed. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Jamaica Public Service Company Reduce Un-serviced Consumers and Bring In Line Workers  India and Jamaica Provide Humanitarian Aid to Jamaica Barbados Become Smallest Member of the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean British Virgin Islands Hous...

This episode shares how policy, tech, and tourism combine to drive resilience and growth. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Puerto Rico Solar Companies Unite to Help Jamaica in Hurricane Recovery  Dominican Republic Postpones 10th Summit of the Americas for deeper alignment US Values Ties with Antigua and Barbuda on Security and Energy BVI Financial Services Mission Builds L...

Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. USVI utilizes emergency funding for SNAP and activates the use of line of credit as cushion for government operations  Antigua’s brewery and distillery expansion to diversify GDP BVI Nanny Cay redevelopment gets underway with expectations high for new jobs, economic activity, and marine skills training with H. Lavity Stoutt Community College...

A major hurricane tests Jamaica and the wider region while leaders coordinate on governance and sanctions, trade experts chart a greener Caribbean economy, and local innovators turn invasive lionfish into reef recovery and youth opportunity. We share the facts, the stakes, and the wins in this episode.  Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Hurricane Melissa- the track, hazards,...

Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Category 5 Hurricane Melissa's Forecast and Impacts Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Hit the Lesser Antilles. U.S. Military Increasing Presence, While CARICOM Leaders Appealing for Peace U.S. Virgin Islands Tap Rainy Day Fund To Sustain SNAP Benefits During U.S. Federal Government Shutdown  Guyana in Discussion with International Pharmaceutical...

This episode tracks tropical storm weather, security, energy, health, and investments. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Category 5 Hurricane Melissa forecast to impact Jamaica, Cuba, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, the southeastern and central Bahamas, the Turks and Caicos Islands, and Bermuda  U.S. naval presence  increases in Caribbean anti-trafficking posture near V...

This episode tracks tropical storm weather, security, energy, health, and investments. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. Tropical Storm Melissa forecast to become a hurricane Venezuela postures air defense amid U.S. military presence Grenada reviews U.S. radar request Guyana’s flour mill investment and cassava plans USVI  Senator calls for restructuring of the islands'...

This episode tracks a fast-moving week from a U.S. radar request in Grenada and CARICOM’s firm stance on sovereignty to Haiti’s coordinated security push and BVI customs crackdowns. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. OECS supports Grenada amid U.S. radar request CARICOM commitment to a zone of peace and sovereignty Joint security operations in Haiti to reopen routes and prote...

The Caribbean continues to prove that small states can steer big stories. This episode highlights regional security, digital finance, climate funding, and air connectivity. Here are some of the stories making Caribbean headlines. U.S. Southern Command leadership change  British Virgin Islands' competitive edge as an offshore financial centre  Climate and development finance for the Eastern Ca...