DR. GERARD JEAN-JACQUES PRESENTS CREDENTIALS AS OECS AND CARICOM AMBASSADOR

Dr. Gerard Jean-Jacques officially presented his Letter of Credence as Dominica’s Ambassador to the Organization of Eastern

Caribbean States (OECS) and CARICOM on Friday, February 7, 2025.

In a virtual ceremony, he reaffirmed Dominica’s commitment to regional collaboration and

sustainable development.

Dr. Jean-Jacques highlighted key policy areas dominating Dominica’s agenda, including

climate change mitigation, renewable energy, food security, housing, education and

healthcare, and reiterated Dominica’s enthusiasm for collaborating with regional partners to address shared challenges. He advocated for increased investments in artificial intelligence to develop innovative solutions for the challenges faced by the small states of the region.

Recognizing the fast-changing geopolitical landscape, Dr. Jean-Jacques underscored the

need for CARICOM Member States to strategically reconfigure their intra-regional networks and encouraged the creation of new partnerships with states and entities that share

CARICOM’s development goals. This, he noted, would contribute to the sustainability and

political consolidation of the Community.

The new Ambassador also called for increased investments in education, training

programmes and entrepreneurship support, noting Dominica’s ongoing initiatives to

increase access to financing for small business development.

Dr. Jean-Jacques is the holder of a PhD in Political Science. He previously served as the

Chief Development Planner and Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister;

Ministry of National Security, Labour, and Immigration; and Tourism and Urban Renewal.

The Government of Dominica congratulates Dr. Jean Jacques on his appointment and looks

forward to his contributions as he represents the nation’s interests at the regional level.