Prime Minister Gaston Browne
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has laid out an ambitious vision for Antigua and Barbuda, pledging that the twin-island state will rank among the world’s top 40 countries within the next three years.
Speaking at the launch of the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS), Browne highlighted the nation’s steady progress on the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI), where it currently holds the highest position in the Caribbean.
“Education is the engine of transformation,” the Prime Minister declared. “By investing in institutions like ABCAS, we are ensuring that every citizen can play a meaningful role in building a modern, inclusive, and globally competitive Antigua and Barbuda.”
Browne noted that Antigua and Barbuda now ranks around 52nd or 53rd place on the HDI, positioning the country just under the threshold of the top 25 percent of nations worldwide. With continued investment in education, infrastructure, and international partnerships, including long-standing support from the People’s Republic of China and other allies, he expressed confidence that the country’s standing will rise even higher.
“In the next two to three years, that ranking will increase,” Browne said. “We will certainly fall below 50, and we are well on the path to becoming one of the top 40 nations in the world.”
He also reaffirmed his government’s target of ensuring at least half of the population attains a college or university degree, calling education a cornerstone of Antigua and Barbuda’s journey to becoming an economic powerhouse in the Caribbean.
They could do it,Antigua has developed enough to be in the top 40 for sure
This is the type of leadership Antigua and Barbuda needs! Setting our sights on the top 40 in the world is no small feat, but with education as the foundation, I truly believe it’s possible. Hats off to PM Browne and his team for thinking big. GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Gaston
Some people like to criticize, but numbers don’t lie. The HDI is an international standard, and we’re climbing higher each year. That’s proof of progress.
Everybody rushing to Antigua. That’s because things are sweeter there. I love it in ANU.
I like that the Prime Minister is making education the cornerstone of development. Roads and buildings are important, but without educated people, a country cannot truly prospe
The launch of ABCAS proves this government is serious about investing in people. It’s not just about building…it’s about giving our children and grandchildren the tools to compete globally.
Partnerships with allies like China are smart and strategic. While others talk, this government is securing resources to make sure our infrastructure and education system can carry us into the future.
That is indeed a bold and ambitious vision, but it can be achieved like everything else. Antigua seem to be breaking all sort of barriers, and this will be no different it shall become reality
Top 40 in the world? That’s a bold goal. Let’s see if the government can actually deliver.
Education is the right path, but we also need to tackle crime, healthcare, and cost of living if we want true progress.
Bold talk, but are we addressing crime, healthcare, and education first? Those matter more right now
That’s the man i love right there! Take it how ever you wanna take it. I said what I said!!!