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The Caribbean has a new resource which addresses one of the most contentious issues in economic policy in the Caribbean – devaluation of the exchange rate. Former Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados, Dr. Delisle Worrell has authored a book entitled, Development and Stabilization in Small Open Economies: Theories and Evidence from Caribbean Experience which provides explanations of the effects on the development of small economies of other economic policies: interest rate changes, tax policies, government subsidies, how government expenditures are allocated and government debt.

For the last 75 years, the success of the University has depended on the work of many unsung heroes and heroines who continue to ensure that the 

The long-standing relationship between China and the Caribbean provides a basis on which Caribbean countries can seriously pursue strategic trade opportunities especially in the areas of tourism and spirits.  
This is the view shared by H.E. Ambassador Wayne McCook, Assistant Secretary-General, CARICOM Single Market and Trade (CSMT) Office as the featured speaker of the Third Confucius Institute Lecture marking The University of the West Indies 75th anniversary and the 60th anniversary of The UWI Cave Hill Campus. The ambassador expounded on the dynamic partnership between the Caribbean and China in a changing world during his presentation.

With the eruption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools like ChatGPT higher education experts are concerned about where these tools fit in the academic space. The University of the West Indies’ virtual Vice-Chancellor’s Forum on Artificial Intelligence (AI): A Blessing or Curse for Higher Education held on May 9, 2023, placed education experts on a panel to discuss the unfolding issues.

The University of the West Indies has proven to be resilient and relevant over its 75 years of service to the Caribbean, Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice-Chancellor of The UWI has said.    

Annually, the business meeting of The University of the West Indies’ highest governing body, the University Council, provides an opportunity for reflection and planning forward. This opportunity was amplified at the meeting of the University Council on Wednesday April 26, as The UWI celebrates its 75^th Diamond jubilee anniversary (1948-2023).  

Prime Minister of Barbados, The Honourable Mia Amor Mottley will deliver the keynote address at a workshop entitled Trade and Climate Action: Shifting the Paradigm for a Just Transition and Sustainable Development on May 2-5, 2023, at the Hilton Barbados Resort.
 

To mark its 75^th anniversary (1948-2023), The University of the West Indies has made a call for indigenous entrepreneurs and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) to partner with the University on a UWI 75^th Anniversary Signature Collection. 

It was with deep sadness that I learned of the passing of Dr. The Honourable Harry Belafonte on April 25, 2023. We at The University of the West Indies (UWI) mourn with his widow, children and grandchildren, and extend to them and their immediate and wider circle our sincere condolences and hope that the tremendous global outpouring of affection will help to sustain them in their time of loss. 

A recent economic impact study is projecting that The University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus will contribute an estimated BDS $325 million to the local economy during the current academic year.