On June 17, 2025, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines proudly hosted the Opening Ceremony of the 77th Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority. The following day, June 18, Heads of Government convened for a high-level Caucus to deliberate on pressing regional matters. These significant gatherings coincided with the 7th Sitting of the OECS Assembly, held under the theme “Strengthening Regional Unity in a Shifting Global Order,” and a series of vibrant activities commemorating the 44th Anniversary of the OECS.
At the opening ceremony, outgoing Chairman of the OECS Authority, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre of Saint Lucia, shared profound sentiments as he reflected on his tenure:
“Here is the truth we must hold onto: not to retreat but to unite more deeply. When the winds rise, we do not scatter; we must anchor. When the waves crash, we do not abandon ship; we should now row together. That is the OECS spirit…The people of the OECS are watching and waiting, not for empty promises but for bold, united action.
Let us go forward with conviction, let us build a stronger OECS not just for us, but for every child yet unborn who will inherit this region that we love.”
Read more here ➡https://pressroom.oecs.int/communique-of-the-77th-meeting-of-the-oecs-authority