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Minister Turner Champions Gender Equality on Behalf of Antigua and Barbuda at UN
Minister Turner represented Antigua and Barbuda at a United Nations meeting, reaffirming the nation's commitment to gender equality on the international stage.
Sound Operator Disputes Poor Audio Claims as PM Browne Backs Festival Equipment Upgrade
Stonewall Sounds operator Whitney Williams has disputed claims that Antigua and Barbuda's festival sound infrastructure is inadequate, while stopping short of opposing the government's plan to purchase new audio equipment. Prime Minister Gaston Browne defended the proposed upgrade during a public exchange with Williams, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Social Transformation Minister Holds Bilateral Talks with Senior Chinese Official at UN
Antigua and Barbuda's Minister of Social Transformation met with a senior Chinese official on the sidelines of the UN's Commission on the Status of Women meeting, according to Antigua.news. The bilateral discussions represent a diplomatic engagement between the two nations on the margins of the high-level international gathering.
Antigua and Barbuda Sends Five-Member Delegation to UN Talks on Gender Equality
Antigua and Barbuda has sent a five-member delegation to New York to take part in United Nations discussions on women's empowerment and gender equality. The talks represent a key international forum for the nation to engage on gender policy at the global level.
PM Browne Calls for Commonwealth to Unite as Alliance of Middle Powers
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has proposed that the Commonwealth transform itself into a unified alliance of middle powers, seeking a stronger collective voice on the world stage.
Antigua and Barbuda, Bangladesh Forge Closer Ties at Commonwealth Meeting
Antigua and Barbuda and Bangladesh have moved to strengthen bilateral cooperation following discussions held at a Commonwealth meeting, signalling growing diplomatic ties between the two nations.
ABEC Launches Worker Training Ahead of St. Philip North By-Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has commenced training for election workers as preparations get underway for the St. Philip North by-election. The training is designed to prepare polling staff and personnel for their duties on election day.
MP Fulfils Promise to Clear Overgrown Vegetation in Grays Hill Amid Safety Concerns
Education Minister and St. John's City South MP Daryll Matthew has fulfilled a promise to clear overgrown bushes in Grays Hill after residents raised concerns the vegetation could serve as cover for criminal activity.
ABEC Begins Training Election Workers Ahead of St. Philip North By-Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has begun training election workers at the Glanvilles Community Centre in preparation for the St. Philip North by-election set for March 16, 2026. Returning Officer Ms. Avonella Benjamin is facilitating the sessions.
Randy Baltimore Launches Final Campaign Push Ahead of St. Philip's North By-Election
Candidate Randy Baltimore's campaign has announced a week of voter engagement activities — including town halls, community meetings, and a motorcade — ahead of the March 16 by-election in St. Philip's North.
Liquor Sales Banned During St. Philip North By-Election Polling Hours
Alcohol sales will be banned during polling hours for the St. Philip North by-election, as authorities enforce standard electoral restrictions to ensure a peaceful voting process.
UPP Candidate Browne Urges St. Philip's North Voters to Prepare for March 16 By-Election
UPP candidate Alex Browne is urging St. Philip's North residents to confirm their voter identification cards are ready ahead of the March 16 by-election. Browne made the appeal during an interview on Observer Radio.
Employers Must Grant Four Hours Off for St. Philip North By-Election Voting
Employers in Antigua are legally required to grant workers four hours of time off to vote in the upcoming St. Philip North by-election, as reported by Antigua.news. The provision is designed to ensure all eligible constituents can participate in the electoral process.
Electoral Commission: Employers Must Grant Four Hours Off for St. Philip North By-Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has reminded employers that they are legally required to give workers up to four hours off to vote in the upcoming St. Philip North by-election. The obligation is enshrined in Section 34(1) of the Representation of the People (Amendment) Act, 2001.
PM Browne: Antigua and Barbuda on Track to Outpace Caribbean Peers Economically
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda is entering a new phase of development that he believes will position the country ahead of many Caribbean neighbours economically. Browne made the remarks during an appearance on the Browne and Browne radio programme.
Lawyer Denies Alex Saab Arrested in Caracas, Seeks Meeting with Acting President
The attorney for former Antiguan diplomat and Venezuelan Industry Minister Alex Saab has denied reports of his client's arrest in Caracas, saying Saab seeks a meeting with Venezuela's Acting President for clarification.
PM Browne: Commonwealth Could Unite Middle Powers Amid Shifting Global Order
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has argued, in an opinion piece published in The Telegraph, that the Commonwealth could serve as the cornerstone of a new alliance of middle powers as the global geopolitical landscape continues to shift.
Young Women Legislators Take on Cannabis Policy in Special IWD Parliamentary Session
Young women legislators debated national cannabis policy in a special parliamentary sitting held to mark International Women's Day, highlighting the growing role of women in shaping Antigua and Barbuda's governance. The session placed emerging female voices at the centre of one of the region's most discussed policy issues.
Government Printery Workers Enter Second Day of Sit-In Over Unsanitary Conditions
Workers at the Government Printery have staged a second day of sit-in protests over unsanitary conditions, including pigeon droppings falling on desks, documents, and equipment. Staff have been operating on half-day shifts during ongoing retrofitting work at the facility.
Foreign Minister Greene Meets Cyprus Envoy to Advance Blue Economy and Multilateral Ties
Foreign Minister E.P. Chet Greene met with Cyprus' Special Envoy for Multilateralism, Ambassador Andreas Kakouris, on March 10th to discuss blue economy cooperation and shared multilateral priorities. The bilateral talks underscore Antigua and Barbuda's ongoing diplomatic efforts to strengthen international partnerships.