The European Union is reaffirming its endorsement of the Caribbean Investment Forum (CIF) 2025, which takes place from July 29 to 31 at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St James.

A long-standing partner of the Caribbean Development Export Agency, organiser of CIF 2025, the European Union joins others in championing the agenda of supporting private sector growth and sustainable development across the Caribbean through development cooperation and strategic investments.

Under the banner of the European Union’s Global Gateway Programme—its flagship initiative for strengthening international partnerships—the Regional Private Sector Development Programme III (RPSDP III) stands as one of the most recent and significant EU-backed initiatives supporting the Caribbean’s economic transformation. The four-year initiative aims to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of the Caribbean’s private sector sustainably by addressing critical challenges and promoting economic growth.

“The European Union is proud to support and collaborate with regional partners to mobilise investment in these crucial areas for growth, jobs and the Caribbean’s global competitiveness. I hope this forum will advance transformative initiatives and productive collaborations across borders,” Dr Erja Askola, EU Ambassador to Jamaica, Belize and the Bahamas, stated.

She added: “The Caribbean Investment Forum is more than an event—it’s a catalyst for forging meaningful partnerships, identifying viable projects, and connecting Caribbean innovation with global opportunities.”

Under the theme ‘SMART. GREEN. CONNECTED’ CIF 2025 will bring together a dynamic mix of investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and development partners to unlock new opportunities in priority areas: green economy transition, digitalisation, sustainable agriculture, and logistics.

For its part, the EU will spotlight its priority investments while focusing on inclusive economic development for a resilient and future-ready Caribbean.

Caribbean Export, the organiser of CIF, has underscored the forum’s role in deepening strategic partnerships and advancing shared development goals between the Caribbean and international stakeholders.

According to Caribbean Export Executive Director Dr Damie Sinanan, “The Caribbean Investment Forum is a powerful platform to build bridges between the Caribbean and the European Union, fostering mutual growth and sustainable partnerships. We are deeply grateful for the EU’s continued support in unlocking new opportunities for innovation, trade, and investment that will empower Caribbean entrepreneurs and strengthen our shared resilience.”

The regional investment promotion and export marketing agency aims to leverage the momentum from CIF to forge innovative partnerships and generate additional resources to support private sector development across the Caribbean—fostering its commitment to sustainable growth and long-term prosperity in the region.

CIF 2025 welcomes the participation of investors, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who are committed to shaping a sustainable and prosperous future for the region.