56th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) will host its 56th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors in Nassau, The Bahamas, from June 1–5, 2026. This high‑level gathering will bring together regional leaders, senior government officials, development finance experts, private sector partners, and youth representatives to advance dialogue on the Caribbean’s development priorities.

Under the theme: “Forging the Caribbean's Future: Strategic Solutions for Uncertain Times,” this year’s Meeting will focus on practical, future‑focused solutions that support resilience, innovation, and long‑term growth across the Region.
Logo for the Caribbean Development Bank’s 56th Annual Meeting in The Bahamas, June 1–5, 2026, featuring the CDB emblem and a colourful flamingo and yellow elder flower graphic

What To Expect

Strategic Conversations & High-Level Dialogue

Deliberations will centre on advancing the CDB’s Strategic Plan 2026–2035, the Bank’s blueprint for driving transformational change and improving the lives of Caribbean people over the next decade.

Signature Events

The President’s Chat:
CDB President, Daniel M. Best will engage leaders of Multilateral Development Banks in a forward-looking discussion on the evolving development financing landscape.

William G. Demas Lecture:
A regional thought leader will deliver the Bank’s flagship lecture, offering perspectives on issues of regional and international significance.

Knowledge Sharing & Collaboration

The programme features:

Technical roundtables
Expert-led knowledge forums
Networking and partnership-building sessions

All designed to generate actionable, solution-oriented ideas.

New for 2026

Private Sector Impact Room:
A dedicated space for business owners and entrepreneurs to learn how to access CDB financing and support.

Two-Day Youth Forum:
Empowering young people from across the Region to contribute meaningfully to shaping the Caribbean’s future.