#167 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of March 9

Tensions in the Middle East pushed oil above $100 a barrel, as small island economies watch prices, another current runs through the region: active plans to strengthen security, modernize energy exploration, and unlock new trade channels is on today’s Pulse of the Caribbean Podcast Episode #1 for the week of March 9, 2026. Here are today’s headlines.Iran names new Supreme LeaderGuyana’s 3D seismic data and licensing strategy Regional security pact against cartels and crime12th UK–Caribbean Forum In London set priorities on trade and climateAfreximbank makes $5B commitment to the regionSt Kitts and Nevis–Ghana establish new ties on visa-free travel, trade and health linksPuerto Rico’s Roosevelt Roads set for mixed-use redevelopmentAntigua’s homeporting cruise terminal and retail upgrades on track for 2026 openingEarthquake Engineering Research Institute selects 1st Dominican Republic woman engineer for vice presidency Listen and subscribe to the Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know.Send news releases to [email protected]. To underwrite or advertise with Pulse of the Caribbean Podcasts or for marketplace feature opportunities, email [email protected]. Like and follow us on Facebook. Thanks for listening, and do spread the word and share our podcast with others across the region and the diaspora.