The Minister of State Ablonczy summarizes in her speech: 1) She congratulates the organizers of the CARICOM-Canada Trade Development Forum for bringing together businesses and officials from Canada and Caribbean countries to explore new opportunities for trade and investment. 2) Canada has a growing partnership with Caribbean countries and remains committed to promoting security, democracy, and prosperity in the region through programs like scholarships and development assistance. 3) While trade between Canada and the Caribbean has increased significantly over the past decade, an agreement between Canada and CARICOM could further increase trade and investment by reducing barriers and encouraging two-way investment.