Is Caricom still relevant? by TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1 - Introduction #
Section 1.1 – The genesis of caricom #
Section 1.2 – Countries currently part of caricom # Chapter 2 - relevance #
Section 2.1 – Objectives #
Section 2.2 - Achievements # Chapter 3 - Conclusion #

Introduction
The Caribbean, a region comprising of some 30 countries, is largely known for leisure and relaxation as tourist bask in the Sea and Sun. However as small economies the question of how these economies can shape their futures, has always been at the fore-front of its political minds. Thus recognizing the power of unity, a number of these countries have forged together into a force that can compete on the world stage, now known as the “Caribbean Community and Common Market” i.e CARICOM.
However there have been many challenges and the road ahead is uncertain. The Trinidad Guardian, April 26th 2012, asked the question “Caricom, soon to be Carigone?” The relevance of this question is of concern for all citizens that form part of the Caribbean Community. Whether aware or not the impact or lack thereof, of CARICIOM affects the way of life of the persons in the Countries that make up this Community. the genesis of caricom
The states making up the Caribbean have long recognized the value of unity and integration and in 1958 established the “British West Indies Federation”, which was done made up of 10 states. The Federation ended in 1962; however the idea of a unified Caribbean Community did not end. In 1965, three Caribbean countries signed an Agreement at Dickenson Bay Antigua, to set up the Caribbean Free Trade Association (CARIFTA), which came into effect on May 1, 1968, and eventually included 11 member states. In October 1972 at the Seventh Heads of Government, the Caribbean leaders decided to transform CARIFTA into a common market, which lead to the Treaty of