On June 6 and 7, 2019, the United States and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) held the eighth meeting of the United States-CARICOM Trade and Investment Council (TIC).

The delegations discussed trade and investment related issues such as trade preference programs, intellectual property, trade in services, agricultural matters, and broader regional issues. Additionally, the delegations shared information on current third-party negotiations and implementation of the World Trade Organization Trade Facilitation Agreement.

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative welcomed the opportunity to continue engaging on these key issues and stressed the importance of the United States’ economic partnerships with CARICOM Member States.