PM Browne talks debt issues and SIDS4 with senior UK Minister
During his first day of official meetings at the United Nations General Assembly’s 78th session in New York, Prime Minister Gaston Browne expressed his gratitude to the UK Government for its impressive support in ensuring the success of next year’s SIDS4 Conference.
The Antiguan and Barbudan leader met with the UK’s Development Minister, the Hon. Andrew Mitchell, and thanked him for the financial support pledged by the UK government for the May 27-30 world gathering of island nations.
In addition to the financial aid, the UK is also providing technical expertise on the islands and at the Antigua and Barbuda Mission in New York, which is leading the coordination of the event in consultation with the support of the United Nations.
The Prime Minister was accompanied by Health and Environment Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph and Foreign Affairs and Trade Minister EP Chet Greene at the bilateral discussion with the senior UK minister.
During the meeting, the Prime Minister also sought the UK’s support in debt sustainability considerations for SIDS, recognizing the country’s role as a non-borrowing member of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB).
Prime Minister Browne has consistently argued that the burden of onerous debt exacerbates the issues of climate change and other threats that stand in the way of Antigua and Barbuda achieving sustained economic growth.
This story was first published by Antigua News on : antigua.news/2023/09/21/pm-browne-talks-debt-issues-and-sids4-with-senior-uk-minister. © 2023 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.
About the author
The Editorial Staff refers to all reporters employed by Antigua.news. When an article is not an original creation of Antigua.news—such as when it is based on a press release, other media articles, letters to the editor, or court decisions—one of our staff members is responsible for overseeing its publication.
Read our editorial standards and corrections policy. Spotted an error? Contact the newsroom.
More from Antigua and Barbuda
View section
Browne Proposes Fishing Restriction to Let Peace Beach Reef Mature
Prime minister says newly installed artificial reef modules need time to develop and promises continued public beach access.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Cleo Lemonious and Latoya Pilliner Charged Over Alleged EC$4,405 Clothing Theft
The accused are expected before the St. John’s Magistrate’s Court on Monday following alleged thefts at a store on Market and Redcliffe Streets.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Jeffers: Employers Must Give Workers Reasons to Be Loyal
The management consultant says job security, fair treatment and investment in employees are essential to building lasting workplace commitment.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Browne Celebrates Sister’s Graduation: ‘She Has Corrected That Now’
Prime minister says Blondell Browne’s achievement reflects the opportunities now available to adults who once ended their education at secondary school.
By Shermain Bique-Charles
Comments
Be the first to comment.