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Considering Special and Differential Treatment for Disadvantaged Countries, Regions and Sectors

“The most unfair treatment is to treat things that are different the same. What is more unfair is to perpetuate the dependence of the already disadvantaged by creating a culture for derogation from the norms and obligations under the system, that promotes dependence and hinders adaptation.”

Notwithstanding the laudable objectives of the Caricom Single Market and Economy, Read the rest of this entry »

The unfair treatment is to treat things that are different the same. What is more unfair is to perpetuate the dependence of the already disadvantaged by creating a culture for derogation from the norms and obligations under the system, that promotes dependence and hinders adaptation. - Eldonna Lendor, Trade Consultant

Regional Integration is our Best Alternative

Why did the West Indian Federation fail? Many responses have been proffered to this much deliberated question and I wish to submit my own view on the issue albeit without possibility for resolution. While the notions expressed by the many commentators are germane to the issue, in my view, the principle reason for the failure of the Read the rest of this entry »

Welcome to our new home TalkCSME.com. We hope that this site will serve as the hub for information on the Caricom Single Market and Economy (CSME). Our goal is to provide you with the information and resources that will ensure the growth, viability and sustanability of your business as the Caribbean countries moves towards the implementation of the Single Market.

The Caribbean Single Market and Economy (CSME) involves the free flow of labour, goods and capital among participating Caribbean Community (CARICOM) members states. The emergence, of this single market means that legal and administrative restrictions affecting trade, labour and technology within the CARICOM Read the rest of this entry »