The topic of free movement within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) as well as the subject of ‘Haitian migration’ amidst the turbulent times in that country is really bringing about interesting views with some being quite debatable to say the least. And it truly makes one ponder about what is the essence of true regional unity and fellowship among ourselves and as a people of the region.
It goes without saying that we are all citizens of the world, but as it stands, the Caribbean appears to be at a crossroad threatened by difference of opinions fuelled by fear for national security, cultural and labour market protection which is causing some level of fighting amongst and against ourselves as a region. In choosing unity over division, we should recognize that collectively we are rich when it comes to our culture, diversity and history which serves as a driving force for strengthening our togetherness and clearly defining of identity.
Over the years, conversations about our neigbouring brothers and sisters in Haiti continues to be met with mixed comments of compassion and hostility with some people of course sympathetic towards the present unrest
situation. Caribbean people far exceeds talks about It is almost as if some of us do not see governmental negotiations geared towards Haiti as being part of the Caribbean family regional travel as well as our nationalistic as so many of us treat the topic as one to pride at sports and entertainment events. turn our backs on instead of showing We must meet each other at the understanding and solidarity in times of crossroads and commit/recommit crisis because we are human beings first ourselves to regional integration in coming and foremost. together to build a bright future.
Calling for regional unity as a
