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CDB sounds note of caution while projecting increased economic growth in 2020

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is projecting regional economic growth to increase to 4.1% in 2020 from 1% in 2019, powered largely by stratospheric growth in Guyana where oil production begin

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CDB calls for increasing inclusiveness and resilience in the Caribbean

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) makes the case for improving employment opportunities and the quality of life for Caribbean citizens.

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CDB disbursements rose in 2019

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has prioritised improving its disbursements so its Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs) can press forward with implementing critical projects and programmes funded

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Events

2020 Annual News Conference

Dr. Wm. Warren Smith, President of the Caribbean Development Bank, hosted the Bank’s 2020 Annual News Conference. Speakers included Dr. Justin Ram, Director of Economics and Mr. Daniel Best, Director of the Projects Department. The format featured presentations and a Q&A session.

Dr. William Warren Smith provided an overview of 2019 regional economic performance and a forecast for 2020. He also discussed the main challenges facing CDB’s Borrowing Member Countries and outline recommendations for driving transformation in the Region.

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CDB Chairman calls on Bank to help Region build resilience

In an environment where the Caribbean is more challenged by unilateralism abroad, the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is being urged to invest in initiatives to make the Caribbean more resilient a

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Featured

Speeches

Opening remarks at the 9th Caribbean Forum 2019

Nov 6, 2019

Speeches

Remarks at Regional Stakeholders Consultation on the CSME

Nov 5, 2019

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Working Papers

Measuring the Blue Economy: The System of National Accounts and Use of Blue Economy Satellite Accounts

Oct 11, 2019

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Other Resources

Call for Applications for Accelerator Partnerships

Sep 17, 2019

Our impact and investments

Barbados

$432 million

Total approved investments in Barbados since 1970

Haiti

$100 million

Programme of assistance for Haiti under 2017-2021 Country Strategy

Loan to support efforts to restore economic stability and build resilience

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS

$50 million

Loan to support efforts to restore economic stability and build resilience

Our Mission

Efficient

Responsive

Collaborative

CDB intends to be the leading catalyst for development resources into the Region, working with our Borrowing Member Countries and other development partners, towards the systematic reduction of poverty in their countries through social and economic development.

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