Barbados has signalled its support for the One Health approach which aims to sustainably balance and optimise the health of people, animals and ecosystems. Chief Medical Officer, Dr. The Most Honourable Kenneth George says the island has already commenced training of appropriate personnel. The island has also requested assistance to provide further additional technical support. Dr. George was taking part in the 76th Session of the Regional Committee of the World Health Organisation for the Americas.

CARICOM has suggested there’s a need for enhanced predictability of sargassum influxes. Chairman and Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell says states should know when and where the seaweed will impact. This, he notes, will require investments. Mr. Mitchell’s comments came during a press conference at the close of the 2nd European Union Caribbean Global Gateway Conference on Sargassum.

Minister of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology, Marsha Caddle says Barbados intends to develop artificial intelligence or AI technology, allowing young people to find different types of jobs. Ms. Caddle says the island is at the very beginning with AI, adding there are plans to set up a Centre for AI Innovation and Governance. She was speaking during last evening’s Parish Speaks held at the Frederick Smith Secondary School.