Opening Ceremony - 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM

49th CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting – Montego Bay, Jamaica Theme: People, Partnership, Prosperity – Promoting a Secure and Sustainable Future 📍 Montego Bay Convention Centre, Rose Hall, Jamaica 📅 6–8 July 2025 🏃‍♂️ Special Event: 18th CARICOM Road Race – 5 July Jamaica is proud to host the 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) from 6–8 July 2025 in the vibrant city of Montego Bay. This significant regional summit will take place at the Montego Bay Convention Centre, uniting Caribbean leaders and stakeholders under the forward-looking theme: "People, Partnership, Prosperity – Promoting a Secure and Sustainable Future." Incoming CARICOM Chair, Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Holness, Prime Minister of Jamaica, will officially preside over the Meeting, taking up the Chairmanship from July 1 to 31 December 2025. 🌍 About the Meeting This annual summit is CARICOM’s highest decision-making body, where Heads of Government from across the region come together to: Advance regional integration and cooperation Promote sustainable development and security Strengthen economic ties and digital transformation Discuss key issues such as climate resilience, food and energy security, and social equity The Opening Ceremony will be held on Sunday, 6 July, followed by high-level working sessions on Monday and Tuesday, 7–8 July. 🏃‍♀️ Kickoff Event – 18th CARICOM Road Race | July 5 As a dynamic lead-up to the conference, the 18th CARICOM Road Races will take place on Saturday, 5 July, celebrating community spirit, wellness, and regional unity. ✅ Why It Matters This 49th Meeting marks a critical moment for the Caribbean, as nations work together to shape a future grounded in: People-first policies Public-private partnerships Prosperity through innovation and sustainability Expect key decisions, collaborative action plans, and bold visions for a more secure, inclusive, and resilient Caribbean. 📣 Get Involved Stay connected and engaged with real-time updates, live coverage, and exclusive content. 📱 Follow the conversation with #CARICOM49, #OneCaribbean, #PeoplePartnershipProsperity, and #CARICOMInJamaica. Follow online, as the Caribbean charts its course toward a secure and sustainable future—together.