Prime Minister Gaston Browne
Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne spent time at UNGA80 building bridges with world leaders and institutions, advancing diplomacy on issues ranging from climate finance to trade and cultural exchange.
In meetings with Venezuela, Browne reaffirmed ties through Petrocaribe, ALBA, and cultural cooperation, while acknowledging Antigua’s constructive role in the recent U.S.–Venezuela prisoner swap.
Talks with Austria’s Chancellor Christian Stocker focused on Vienna’s UN Security Council bid and the possibility of a CARICOM office in Austria.
At the Green Climate Fund, Browne demanded that more resources flow directly to small island states, confirming Antigua’s intention to submit climate-resilient housing projects under Enhanced Direct Access. Meanwhile, discussions with Botswana’s President Duma Boko explored avenues for trade and investment beyond diamonds.
The day concluded with Browne joining a working lunch with Palau and Germany, focused on global climate governance and preparations for COP30.
I think I have read enough about this UN thing
Onething Gaston always does his best to better the country
PM really working hard jack
One of the caribbeans most dynamic leaders. We love how he represents our island
It seems like every week there’s a ‘packed day of talks’ reported. How many of these agreements are actually followed through, and how many just make headlines?
I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, but I hope the government isn’t focusing more on international appearances than addressing urgent local issues like crime and healthcare.
I am not convinced that these world leaders mean anything they say
We need to build bridges with Africa
Meanwhile, the rapture never came.