Looking at the OECS going forward, representatives at the 73rd Authority meeting recently called for greater collaboration in keeping the vision alive.
Among other things discussed were the implementation of the free movement of people regime and the establishment of the OECS Customs Union and Free Circulation of Goods.
This, as well as the Portability of Social Security Short term benefits, facilitating the inter-regional use of OECS IDs, harmonized Border Management Environment, and the requisite institutional and legislative frameworks.
Among other matters brought before the meeting were the budget of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court for the financial year 2023/2024; an update on the progress made by the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority on the restoration of the Category One Status to the region; regional air transportation, the impending accession of Saint Martin to the OECS; and an appeal related to the constitutional and political status of Bonaire.
Celebrating the OECS 42nd anniversary, Director General, Dr. Didacus Jules, stands hopeful about the sub-regional movement’s future.
He called for members to leverage their collective strengths to achieve its unbounded potential.
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