Treaty of Chaguaramas

The Treaty of Chaguaramas established the Caribbean Community and Common Market, known as CARICOM. It was signed on 4 July 1973 in Chaguaramas, Trinidad and Tobago, by Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago. The treaty began working on 1 August 1973 and replaced the Caribbean Free Trade Association.

The treaty helped with trade and money. It also talked about working together on world issues and other important projects. A new version of the treaty was signed in 2001. This helped countries in the area work closer together.

Oath

The countries that signed the Treaty of Chaguaramas promised to work together to help each other grow. They wanted to make their economies stronger by working closely, ensuring trade and jobs were fair, and helping each other in many ways.

They also talked about the importance of sharing resources and supporting each other, especially smaller countries. They agreed to create fair rules and support systems so everyone had a chance to succeed. They believed that by working together, they could build a better future for all their people.

CARICOM Day

CARICOM Day is celebrated on the first Monday in July in Guyana to remember the signing of an important agreement. In Cuba, they observe CARICOM-Cuba Day on December 8 to honor the friendly relationship between the Caribbean Community and Cuba.