Enhancing India CARIFORUM Economic Relations and Prospects for Cooperation

Foreword

For over two decades the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export) has successfully contributed to the growth of the regional private sector through economic development and integration programming. Now at this time of global uncertainty Caribbean Export is delighted to partner with Export-Import Bank of India (India Exim Bank) on the production of this important study which explores how we can boost trade and investment between the Caribbean and India. The Caribbean and India share deep historical and cultural ties and the potential for increased trade, investment and international cooperation is limitless. This study unlocks investment and export opportunities for entrepreneurs on both sides, who can engage fruitfully and profitably to create jobs and prosperity for our people. On behalf of Caribbean Export, I would like to congratulate the research team for their efforts leading to this seminal publication. We are committed to strengthening our relationships with development partners such as India as we seek to transform the Caribbean.

Deodat Maharaj Executive Director Caribbean Export Development Agency

Enhancing India-CARIFORUM Economic Relations and Prospects for Cooperation

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