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July 6, 2026

Barbados News – Barbados Recognized as Top Performer in Caribbean Development Bank Policy Reform Evaluation

Barbados has emerged as the strongest-performing country among several Caribbean nations assessed under the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) Evaluation of Policy-Based Lending Operations 2017–2025, highlighting the island’s leadership in implementing nationally driven economic reforms and strengthening institutional governance. The independent evaluation, conducted by the CDB’s Office of...

Barbados News – Barbados and Guyana Make CARICOM History with Passport-Free Travel Using National ID Cards

Barbados and Guyana have entered a new era of regional integration, becoming the first CARICOM member states to officially introduce passport-free travel using national electronic identification (e-ID) cards. The landmark initiative, which came into effect on July 1, 2026, is expected to make travel between the two countries faster, more convenient, and more accessible while strengthening economic,...