PM Browne Strengthens Global Partnerships in Packed Day of Bilateral Talks

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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.

This story was first published by Antigua News on September 24, 2025: antigua.news/2025/09/24/pm-browne-strengthens-global-partnerships-in-packed-day-of-bilateral-talks. © 2025 Antigua News. Republication without permission is not allowed.

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Comments (9)

  • Randy September 24, 2025, 4:13 PM

    I think I have read enough about this UN thing
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  • Steve September 24, 2025, 4:17 PM

    Onething Gaston always does his best to better the country
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  • Apex Jones September 24, 2025, 5:08 PM

    PM really working hard jack
    Reply
  • Francis September 24, 2025, 9:15 PM

    One of the caribbeans most dynamic leaders. We love how he represents our island
    Reply
  • Informed citizen September 24, 2025, 9:16 PM

    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?
    Reply
  • Facts!! September 24, 2025, 9:17 PM

    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.
    Reply
  • Julien September 24, 2025, 9:59 PM

    I am not convinced that these world leaders mean anything they say
    Reply
  • Anonymous September 25, 2025, 4:36 AM

    We need to build bridges with Africa
    Reply
  • Jay September 25, 2025, 3:38 PM

    Meanwhile, the rapture never came.
    Reply

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