VIDEO: Antigua and Barbuda Looks to Africa for Affordable Imports and Enhanced Investment Opportunities
Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister, Gaston Browne, expressed his optimism regarding the future of relations between Africa and the Caribbean.
Browne, who was speaking to CNBC Africa on the sidelines of the Africa-Caribbean Trade and Investment Forum held in Grenada, says there are great opportunities for unlocking strategic partnerships and enhancing trade and investment between the two regions.
He also mentioned ongoing discussions with the Dangote Group aimed at obtaining higher quality products at more competitive prices, which could help reduce the cost of living in the Caribbean.
This story was first published by Antigua News on July 29, 2025: antigua.news/2025/07/29/video-antigua-and-barbuda-looks-to-africa-for-affordable-imports-and-enhanced-investment-opportunities. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.
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