CARICOM Treaty

The CARICOM Treaty, established in 1973, is an agreement among 15 Caribbean countries aimed at promoting economic integration and cooperation. Its main goals include facilitating trade among member states, coordinating foreign policy, and enhancing social and cultural ties. The treaty seeks to create a common market, allowing the free movement of goods, services, people, and capital. Overall, CARICOM fosters collaboration to strengthen the region’s economies and improve the living standards of its citizens while addressing shared challenges such as climate change and crime.