HISTORIC LAUNCH OF THE PANDEMIC FUND PROJECT FOR EASTERN CARIBBEAN COUNTRIES HELD IN SAINT LUCIA

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 3, 2025 (MOA):

In a landmark second for regional well being resilience, Japanese Caribbean nations got here collectively on June 11, 2025, for the official launch of the Pandemic Fund Mission in Saint Lucia. The initiative, aimed toward strengthening the area’s preparedness and response to future pandemics, marks a brand new chapter in coordinated public well being efforts inside the Organisation of Japanese Caribbean States (OECS).

Held at The Harbor Membership St. Lucia Convention Centre, the ceremony drew key officers and companions from throughout the area. Among the many dignitaries in attendance from St. Kitts and Nevis have been Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Assets of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Samal Duggins; Chief Medical Officer of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Hazel Legal guidelines; Everlasting Secretary within the Ministry of Well being, Mr. Curtis Martin; Everlasting Secretary within the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Assets, Mr. Miguel Flemming; and Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Kofi Sylvester.

The Pandemic Fund Mission supported by world and regional donors will present important funding and technical help to reinforce illness surveillance, laboratory techniques, emergency response capability, and intersectoral collaboration throughout human and animal well being techniques. The “One Well being” strategy, which integrates environmental, veterinary, and human well being views, is central to the challenge’s design.

The challenge is anticipated to roll out in phases throughout OECS member states, starting with threat assessments, coaching modules, and upgrading of laboratory and response infrastructure. With the help of the Pandemic Fund and robust regional management, the Japanese Caribbean is charting a brand new course one which ensures well being crises are met with swift, coordinated, and efficient responses.

This groundbreaking challenge is made attainable by way of the beneficiant help of the Meals and Agriculture Group (FAO), Pan American Well being Group. The World Financial institution and different associate companies, whose monetary and technical contributions have been instrumental in launching this regional initiative. Their collaborative imaginative and prescient has empowered Japanese Caribbean nations to maneuver ahead with renewed confidence and a shared objective.

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