Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda and President of the fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4 Conference), Gaston Browne, has reiterated the pressing need for increased financial support to empower small island developing states like Antigua and Barbuda.
Speaking at a high-level forum during the conference taking place at the American University of Antigua, Browne emphasized the importance of mobilizing resources to implement the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS) effectively.
Prime Minister Browne highlighted the challenges faced by SIDS from “existential threats within the financial sector that are impeding the growth and development of SIDS.”
As President of the SIDS4 Conference, Browne’s call to action underscores the shared commitment to overcoming financial obstacles and fostering sustainable development in small island nations.
