Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026, for the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Deputy Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr the Hon Geoffrey Hanley, led the delegation that welcomed the VI Premier. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis

The 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will focus on economic resilience, food and energy security, climate action, regional safety, transportation connectivity, and sustainable development. Photo: CARICOM

Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis

Regional leaders have gathered under the Chairmanship of St Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr Terrance M. Drew, to engage in high-level discussions that will shape the future of Caribbean integration.

Focus of conference

Over the next several days, the Conference will focus on economic resilience, food and energy security, climate action, regional safety, transportation connectivity, and sustainable development.

According to CARICOM, this historic 50th Meeting represents both reflection and resolve, celebrating more than five decades of progress while charting a forward-looking course for a united, resilient, and prosperous Caribbean Community.

The CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting concludes on Thursday, February 27, 2026.

Meanwhile, Deputy Premier Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) is acting as Premier.