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How US Election Will Impact The Caribbean
As the United States gears up for the November presidential election, Trinidad and Tobago, along with the rest of the Caribbean region, holds its breath. The outcome of this election will have far-reaching consequences for the region, particularly in terms of trade, cultural ties, and diasporic connections. The current developments in the race for the White House are more crucial to T&T than ever before, especially given the need to maintain the policies established by the Joseph Biden administration that have resulted in economic gains for the region.
The tone on the ground, both locally and regionally, points towards a stronger affinity for Kamala Harris over Donald Trump. Harris’s partial Caribbean heritage, being the daughter of an Indian mother and a Jamaican father, has resonated deeply with the region. As a woman of color, she aims to break a glass ceiling that the Caribbean has long achieved, having had no fewer than five female heads of government in recent memory.
Beyond her personal connections, Harris has been at the forefront of US-Caribbean relations, having been appointed by Biden to lead talks with CARICOM heads. Her virtual meeting with CARICOM lead-ers in May 2022 saw plans to help the region in its post-COVID economic recovery and address the climate crisis, as well as energy and civil security. The commitments reached with regional leaders in-clude strong cooperation in the fight against the influx of guns from the US and the establishment of annual US-Caricom meetings.
Harris’s follow-up meeting in The Bahamas in 2023 saw the provision of US$28 million in food security assistance, a promise to invest US$210 million in the BlueGreen Investment Corporation over three years, and the announcement of additional investments in the US-Caribbean Partnership to Address the Climate Crisis, amounting to over US$35 million.
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The region now faces an election that can result in an expansion of these ties under a Harris presiden-cy or a possible reversal of them under a Trump presidency. Trump’s “America First” focus had dimin-ished the attention that the US usually gives to small states.
T&T has a strong interest in the results of the November US election, particularly as it relates to energy future. The Biden administration’s easing of restrictions on Venezuela and the consequential licenses to pursue the Dragon Field gas agreement are less likely to continue under a Trump presidency. Trump’s foreign policy is likely to reverse the progress made under the Biden administration, which would be a severe blow to T&T’s prospects of regaining significant energy revenues.
CARICOM and the UNEP World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) have partnered to strengthen biodiversity monitoring and conservation efforts across the Caribbean. This collaboration aims to enhance data collection, support sustainable ecosystem management, and protect the region’s rich biodiversity. By advancing the understanding of ecosystems and species trends, CARICOM and UNEP-WCMC are empowering Caribbean nations to make more informed environmental decisions. The initiative includes training local experts, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and fostering partnerships to promote resilience against climate change and biodiversity loss. This joint effort supports global conservation goals while preserving the Caribbean’s natural heritage for future generations. Join us in celebrating this significant step toward a healthier, more biodiverse Caribbean!
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Breast cancer is often perceived as a disease that affects only women, but experts are warning that men are also at risk. While the majority of breast cancer cases are diagnosed in women, a growing body of research highlights that men, too, can develop this disease, albeit at lower rates. Male breast cancer may go undetected for longer periods due to a lack of awareness, leading to more advanced stages by the time of diagnosis.
Experts emphasize that early detection is crucial for both men and women. Symptoms like lumps, skin dimpling, nipple discharge, or changes in breast shape should never be ignored, regardless of gender. Genetic factors such as BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations can increase the risk of breast cancer in men, just as they do in women.
In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, health professionals are advocating for increased awareness and education on male breast cancer. Men are encouraged to perform self-examinations and seek medical advice if they notice any unusual changes. Early detection and timely treatment can significantly improve outcomes.
By breaking down gender stereotypes and raising awareness, the medical community hopes to prevent unnecessary delays in diagnosis for men, saving lives and reducing the stigma associated with this disease.
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In a significant move towards universal healthcare, Canada’s parliament has passed a bill to fully fund contraception and diabetes medications. This new legislation is particularly impactful for the one in five Canadians who struggle with the high costs of prescription drugs. In 2023 alone, Canadians spent C$41 billion on prescriptions, with over C$8 billion paid out-of-pocket.
The bill aims to cover 100% of the costs for individuals without existing insurance and is expected to increase federal spending by C$1.9 billion over the next five years. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau praised the bill as “real progress” and urged provincial leaders to support the legislation’s swift implementation. British Columbia has already signed a memorandum of understanding, but other provinces like Alberta and Quebec have raised concerns about federal overreach into provincial healthcare jurisdictions.
Despite these concerns, reproductive health advocates celebrate the bill, as it will provide access to contraception for around nine million women of reproductive age, as well as crucial diabetes medications for the 3.7 million Canadians living with the condition. While critics argue that a single-payer model could limit drug access and increase taxpayer burdens, the legislation represents a major step forward in Canada’s journey toward comprehensive drug coverage.
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