Strengthening Ties: Browne Proposes Ferry Links Between Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda

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Strengthening Ties: Browne Proposes Ferry Links Between Dominica and Antigua and Barbuda. Photo by Wayne Mariette

Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne expressed his commitment to enhancing the relationship between the two neighboring islands.

Sharing the stage with Dominica’s Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit last night, Browne highlighted the importance of boosting trade and travel between Antigua and Barbuda and Dominica.

Browne outlined his vision for improved connectivity, revealing plans to explore the establishment of ferry services to facilitate easier travel for citizens and tourists alike.

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This initiative aims to strengthen economic links and encourage cultural exchanges between the two nations.

As leaders work to solidify these ties, the conversations could pave the way for stronger regional cooperation within the Caribbean community, benefiting both islands and promoting unity in the region.

This story was first published by Antigua News on June 7, 2025: antigua.news/2025/06/07/strengthening-ties-browne-proposes-ferry-links-between-dominica-and-antigua-and-barbuda. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (5)

  • Stone June 7, 2025, 8:39 PM

    BLA BLA BLA BLA ..by the way ea happen to my good friend Lionel, he on sick leave??? just asking
    Reply
  • Ciara June 7, 2025, 9:45 PM

    lol labourites are the same everywhere. I voted labour in Antigua and if i love i will vote labour wherever i go. Mi don tell yalll. RED IS BREAD!!!
    Reply
    • Unruly One June 8, 2025, 11:18 AM

      Gaston was in a good mood. That is all i can say! He talks like this when he is in such a mood. Promises he knows that will make the foolish happy!
      Reply
  • Juju Bee June 8, 2025, 8:42 PM

    According to Lizo “it’s about damn time”
    Reply
  • Zander June 8, 2025, 9:11 PM

    Yawn Yawn Yaw. Seeing is believing. It takes 25 minutes to get to Dominica. Airline ticket 1500 round trip. Stop the talk and come through Gaston
    Reply

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