Barbados is now the new global hub for Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO), Gerd Muller and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Kerrie Symmonds have signed an agreement at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre just ahead of the 4th International UN SIDS Conference in Antigua. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley notes the signing signals an important development for the country as the capacity to diversify economies is critical. She adds this partnership will allow for the building out of new industries within the domestic markets, as well as work with outside investors to extend to the entire Latin America and Caribbean. Already UNIDO has named one of its officers, Stein Hansen, to lead the office in Barbados. He was previously posted here as the second in charge at the United Nations Development Programme about 20 years ago. Meanwhile, Director General Muller says an agreement has been reached on some important sectors, not only for Barbados but for all SIDS. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

The Ministry of the Environment is worried about the increasing number of applications to cut down mahogany trees. To address the situation it will soon be using a device called a resistograph to determine if removing them is the best option. Manager of the National Botanical Gardens and Dendrologist Nigel Jones, made the comments at one of three wood lots in Kendal Woods, St. John. Mr. Jones says he's set to demit office soon, and calls on those interested in dendrology to take up the opportunity to study the art. He says it's regrettable there's a Dendrological Scholarship sitting in the Ministry of Education, but no one seems to be interested in the field. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Illegal dumping is still a major problem in Barbados, specifically around the landfill, in gullies and cart roads. In an effort to tackle it, the Ministry of Environment, through the Sanitation Service Authority (SSA), has launched a national Clean Up Campaign from May 24 to 26. Minister of the Environment and National Beautification, Adrian Forde says the Government will no longer tolerate the illegal habit, and disposing of bulk waste should be the norm for all. He was speaking during the Ministry's Clean and Green initiative of a park at Kendal Woods, St. John. Additionally, Minister Forde urges Barbadians to do their part to combat illegal dumping. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Minister of Home Affairs and Information, Wilfred Abrahams has signalled he will not give his support to any Government that seeks to reassign a child's gender. He made the remarks during Debate in the Lower House on a Resolution on the Report of the Joint Select Committee on the Social Sector and the Environment on the Child Justice Bill. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has told a global forum small island developing states (SIDS) are being impacted, as traditional shipping routes have now become war zones. She says as a result, the cost has been driven up for carriers and importers. Ms. Mottley's comments came at the opening of the inaugural Global Supply Chain Forum at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre. The conference was organised by UN Trade and Development, in collaboration with the Government of Barbados. By hosting this forum, Barbados aims to position itself as a hub for supply chain excellence and promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth in the region. Meanwhile, Secretary General of UN Trade and Development, Rebeca Grynspan says all countries, regardless of size and status have a voice in shaping the global supply chain. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

More tributes are being paid to veteran photographer, Charles Grant. President of BARJAM the Barbados Association of Journalists & Media Workers, Ryan Broome says Mr. Grant established a reputation for being the first at every big story. Mr. Broome says Grant possessed a competitive fervour that helped him maintain the standard of excellence for which he was widely known. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

After roughly two years, Sabina Park in Jamaica will once again host a West Indies home series when the regional team face off with the visiting South African side in three T20 internationals set for May 23, 25 and 26. The last time West Indies played in Jamaica was back in 2022, when they hosted New Zealand in a three match T20 series which West indies lost two-one. The Caribbean side arrived in Jamaica yesterday, and interim Captain Brandon King, is more than happy that the Windies are playing again in his hometown. He says the series is very important for their ICC World Cup preparation. After this home series, West Indies will travel to Trinidad and Tobago for their lone official World Cup warm-up match against Australia on May 30, before their first World Cup game with Papua New Guinea on June 2 in Guyana. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Significant opportunities exist for Barbadian companies to establish operations in Suriname. That's according to that country's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Albert Ramdin who has identified subcontracting in the oil and gas sector as one such area. Mr. Ramdin explains if a company is considered local, based on the country's content policy, it will be given preferential treatment. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

A greater emphasis needs to be placed on vocational education as more and more people move away from academia. This is the view of former Chief Building Officer at the Environmental Protection Department, Dr. Sylvan Catwell, who says it is time more options are explored as the world of work continues to evolve. He was delivering the feature address of the 10th anniversary thanksgiving service of the Caribbean Vocational Career Development Institute, at the Church of God of Prophecy in Christ Church. Dr. Catwell, who is also a senior elder at the Ellerton Gospel Hall, explains the institute was established to teach living skills including Spanish, French, singing, drama, cooking and music, among others. He says vocational skills contribute to a more rounded individual, leading to greater employability. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

The Anglican Church of Barbados is making it clear it has not eliminated the sacrament of confirmation. Bishop the Right Reverend Michael Maxwell sought to clear up the misconception during a service to mark the start of Synod 2024. This follows a significant move last December, to allow all baptised Christians including children, to participate in the sacrament of communion. Previously, only people who had been confirmed were allowed to take communion. However, Bishop Maxwell says those baptised as adults will not require the sacrament of confirmation. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Mornin' Barbados - May 21, 2024 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #MorninBarbados #MorningReport

Oman defeated a Barbados select squad by six wickets in their first warm-up match in preparation for the ICC Men's T-20 Cricket World Cup. Playing at the 3Ws Oval, Barbados select posted 176 for three in their 20 overs. Opener Leniko Boucher top-scored with an unbeaten 87. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce reports on the first innings. In reply, Oman reached the target finishing on 177 for four with an over to spare. Aaqib Llyas was the top scorer with 63. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

The safety of the Barbadian public and the visitors for the ICC T20 World Cup is the main priority of the Ministry of Health and Wellness. CBC's Wendy's Bruke interviewed the Chief Medical Officer Dr. The Most Honourable Kenneth George who says the Ministry has a critical role to play and that's why several areas have been beefed up. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

The Anglican Church in Barbados has announced its intention to help Barbados seek reparations for slavery. Bishop the Right Reverend Michael Maxwell made the revelation during a service to mark the start of Synod 2024. Sharika Griffith has the details. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Flight simulations, mini-flights, robotics, and drones, were the order of the day as the Barbados Light Aeroplane Club hosted its International Learn to Fly Day. But the highlight for most was the tour on board an InterCaribbean jet at the South Ramp of the Grantley Adams International Airport. Wendy Burke has that story. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Barbados rolled out the red carpet for the Oman team at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre on Saturday night. The Asian side is the first squad to arrive on the island for the upcoming ICC T-20 World Cup. Cricket legends, including Sir Gordan Greenidge, joined Government officials and members of the BCA for the welcoming party. During the night, the Oman squad presented tokens of appreciation to the BCA President Conde Riley. Head Coach Duleep Mendis says he is grateful for the assistance in getting the team ready for the tournament. Vice President of the BCA Calvin Hope wished the team all the best during the World Cup. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Executive Director of CDEMA Elizabeth Riley and European Union Ambassador to Barbados Malgorzata Wasilewska spoke on Thursday at the Savannah Hotel where the European Union Memorandum of Understanding signing on Integrated Disaster Risk Management. Video by Reco Moore.

Suriname has been identified as an affordable supplier of fresh fruit for Barbados. The possibility was raised by Suriname's Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Business and International Cooperation, Albert Ramdin. He was a guest on CBC TV8's Current Affairs Programme The People's Business last evening. The focus was on providing an update on the Suriname/Barbados Agreement, signed two years ago. Mr. Ramdin says the potential exists for Suriname to provide agricultural products, while Barbados can supply manufactured goods. Barbados Special Envoy to Guyana and Suriname, Alphea Wiggins, says before this can be done, the necessary steps must be taken to minimise the transmission of pests and diseases. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

A UN Child Rights Expert is calling for a public campaign to teach Barbadians how to discipline children without corporal punishment. Faith Marshall-Harris who sits on the UN Committee on the Rights of the Child says its policy position is that corporal punishment should be banned in as many countries as possible. While acknowledging that it will not be an overnight task in Barbados, she has suggested the country must start educating the public on how to eliminate it. Ms. Marshall-Harris has however, admitted that introducing alternative forms of discipline will be easier in younger children. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

CIBC Caribbean is reporting success with the digital banking transition. CEO Mark St. Hill made the revelation at the bank's First Stars Award Ceremony last evening at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lords Castle. Nine top achievers from Barbados and around the region received Star Awards and were inducted into the CEO's Hall of Fame. St. Hill has hailed them for their efforts. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre