Dear Readers,

I am thrilled to welcome you to the inaugural issue of CubaPLUS CARICOM, a groundbreaking publication that aims to foster strong ties between Cuba and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM nations).

As the Editor in Chief, it is my privilege to introduce this exciting venture that promises to provide a fresh perspective on areas of collaboration, trade, tourism, education, as well as in the cultural, economic, and diplomatic connections between Cuba and our Caribbean neighbors.

CubaPLUS CARICOM is not merely a magazine; it is a collaborative space where your voices matter. We encourage you to share your stories, experiences, and ideas with us, to reduce geographical distances together and build a harmonious dialogue between Cuba and the Caribbean.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our readers, contributors, and the entire team for making this publication possible. Your support is instrumental in creating a publication that resonates with the heart and soul of our shared Caribbean identity.

As we set sail on this incredible voyage, I invite you to join us in discovering the wonders of Cuba and the Caribbean, uniting under the banner of CubaPLUS CARICOM.

In this inaugural issue, we will show the best of Cuba, Guyana and Saint Kitts and Nevis as featured countries.

Sincerely,

DOMINIC ANTHONY SOAVE
Editor in Chief, CubaPLUS CARICOM

Articles in this edition:

• Message From Dr. CARLA N. BARNETT Secretary General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) for Caricom’s 50th Anniversary
• 50th Anniversary of the Foundation of CARICOM
• “50 Years Strong: A Solid Foundation to Build On”
• Antigua and Barbuda
• The Bahamas
• Barbados
• Belize
• Dominica
• Grenada
• Guyana
• Haiti
• Jamaica
• Montserrat
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• St. Vincent and the Grenadines
• Saint Lucia
• Suriname
• Trinidad and Tobago
• CARICOM Signatories
• Chair of the Caribbean Studies of the University of Havana “FIFTY YEARS OF THE CARIBBEAN COMMUNITY”
• The culture of our peoples, present in their sea of traditions
• Guyana Has it All !
• Guyana Emerges as the Premier Investment Destination in the Region
• Emotions and Feelings Take Center Stage in Amanda Richards’ photography
• Shasha Designs Leading the Fashion Vanguard in Guyana
• Nekeita, A Heart That Beats to the Rhythm of Her Music
• exportTT. Trade Facilitation Office exportTT
• Message from the Honorable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Message from the Minister of Foreign Affairs et. al. The Right Honorable Dr. Denzil L. Douglas
• Remarks from Permanent Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Kaye Bass
• Message from H. E. Mrs. Verna Mills
• A Glimpse of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Brimstone Hill Fortress
• 5 reasons to visit Cuba
• Tobacco and Fashion