The newly appointed Canadian High Commissioner to Barbados, Her Excellency Brenda Hope-Wills, has expressed her commitment to strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two nations and exploring new avenues for collaboration.
During a recent courtesy visit with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley at government headquarters, High Commissioner Hope-Wills affirmed her intention to build on the efforts of her predecessor, Her Excellency Lilian Chatterjee. She emphasized expanding Canada’s engagement with Barbados and enhancing cooperation in key areas.
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Congratulating Prime Minister Mottley on the launch of the Bridgetown Initiative 3.0 at the UN General Assembly, Hope-Wills underscored the shared dedication of both countries to addressing the climate crisis and mitigating its impact on small island developing states.
Prime Minister Mottley highlighted the enduring partnership between Barbados and Canada, noting ongoing discussions with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other officials on mutual areas of interest. She also provided an update on Barbados’ renewable energy initiatives and stressed the importance of energy storage capabilities for the country’s progress in sustainable energy.
“If we don’t implement these measures, the country won’t fully reap the benefits of renewable energy, and the people we aim to support—particularly in expanding home ownership—won’t benefit,” Mottley explained. “However, we will continue to push forward.”
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Hope-Wills echoed these sentiments, pointing out Canada’s strong focus on clean energy and the significant presence of Canadian companies in Barbados, indicating Canada’s eagerness to collaborate on renewable energy projects.
In addition to discussing climate and energy issues, the two leaders addressed a range of topics, including the proposed expansion of Grantley Adams International Airport, Barbados’ population challenges, managed migration, regional security, and the ongoing crisis in Haiti.
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