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Antigua and Barbuda and the Dominican Republic to Strengthen Ties
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda – April 1, 2025 – Her Excellency Yolanda Alexandra Victoria, the newly appointed Ambassador of the Dominican Republic to Antigua and Barbuda, has expressed her commitment to further strengthening the already strong relationship between Santo Domingo and St. John’s.
Ambassador Victoria made the remarks during a recent courtesy call on Prime Minister the Hon. Gaston Browne, accompanied by senior government officials, including Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Clarence E. Pilgrim, and Director of Foreign Affairs, Ms. Ann-Marie Layne.
Expressing her gratitude for the warm welcome, Ambassador Victoria highlighted the Dominican Republic’s determination to deepen its ties with Antigua and Barbuda. “It is a privilege to represent the Dominican Republic here in Antigua and Barbuda, and I am eager to work closely with both the government and the people of Antigua and Barbuda to strengthen our diplomatic, economic, and cultural relationships,” Ambassador Victoria said.
Prime Minister Browne, in his remarks, emphasized the long-standing and robust partnership between the two nations, reiterating the importance of continuing to build on these ties.
“Our countries have a history of collaboration and mutual respect. It is my hope that this relationship will continue to flourish in the years ahead,” Prime Minister Browne stated.
A major topic of discussion was the potential for enhancing educational cooperation, particularly through student exchanges. Prime Minister Browne suggested exploring collaborative opportunities at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Five Islands Campus and proposed establishing joint academic programmes between UWI and universities in the Dominican Republic.
“The exchange of students and the development of joint academic initiatives could greatly contribute to the growth of both our nations, while also fostering deeper people-to-people connections,” Prime Minister Browne noted.
In addition to education, economic cooperation was also highlighted. Prime Minister Browne pointed out the frequent movement of people between Antigua and Barbuda and the Dominican Republic, noting the potential for expanding trade, particularly through a free trade agreement. Such an agreement, he believes, would benefit both nations, enhance the flow of goods, and contribute to regional food security.
“By exploring ways to import essential goods from the Dominican Republic, we can work together to bolster food security and create a more resilient future for our citizens,” the Prime Minister said.
Both Ambassador Victoria and Prime Minister Browne expressed optimism for the future of the relationship between the two nations, recognizing numerous opportunities for collaboration and growth that could lead to greater prosperity for both Antigua and Barbuda and the Dominican Republic.
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The GHETTORISING of the Nation continues while the Barbudans who have been an integral part of this Nation for Centuries are being hounded by political bounty hunters for their financiers to steal their wealth.
The economy in DR is blooming, so Browne put us in position where the country can benefit
Good move!
I hope some real benefits comes from this.
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My only concern of our relationship with the DR is that they really do not treat the Haitian people with respect. Very Racist are they. And we need not to hide our opinion when confronting them. I mean I have many friend of Santa Domingo and my gardners are from there as well. I’ve been many times on vacation there. The place is cheap and lovely. had a good time.
Deepening tides what does this mean ,1)The girl that kill Chantel Crump will go free, .2) DR are taking all their unemployed man off their street and send them to Antigua someone is getting extra money for that (Pilas) hope these man know Antiguans are not Haitians a real Antiguan will fyup right infront of the police. If it was just about colleges DR do have a great university Pontficia. (jevi)