It was a momentous year for the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in 2013 as we celebrated our 40 Anniversary under the theme 40 years of Integration_ Celebration and Renewal .
It was a most fitting theme given that while heralding our achievements, the process of reform of the Community was a major plank of the yearβs work. The commemoration was highlighted by a memorable ceremony at which the Heads of Government re-dedicated themselves to the Principles of the Treaty of Chaguaramas at the venue and on the date that the Treaty was signed.