The Caribbean Council were delighted to host this important delegation from the High Commission – Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines and Invest SVG. An informative roundtable event focussed on bilateral engagements with the HC, investors, stakeholders and members of the Caribbean Council.
Keynote speakers highlighted investment opportunities for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines from port development, airport development and expansion, agriculture, and blue economy.
Our excellent keynote speakers Included:
Shanna Browne, Invest SVG
Christo Primus, Head of Office of Private Sector Development and Advisor to PM
Meeting Highlights:
Investment Opportunities: SVG is a growing hub for tourism, agriculture, and infrastructure, with IMF predicting 2.7% growth.
Tourism Development Goals: Aim to double hotel room stock to 5,000 within 18 months, emphasizing authentic Caribbean culture.
Agriculture Focus: Government plans to establish manufacturing hubs, improve testing facilities, and expand cold storage to enhance agro-processing.
Legislative Reforms: Updates to the Fiscal Incentive and Tourism Acts to streamline investor processes and lower tax barriers.
Infrastructure Investment: $62 million budget for Argyle International Airport expansion; public-private partnerships for port and new city developments.
Disaster Preparedness: New building regulations mandate hurricane-resistant structures; ongoing investments in shore defences and flood mitigation.
We would like to extend a special thank you to our generous hosts Mott MacDonald. A wonderful event with great engagement from the High Commission SVG, Invest SVG and our members. Thank you all and we look forward to further collaborations.
Have a look at this great follow-up reel from Invest SVG.