ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC) — Antigua and Barbuda will be hosting the 55th regular session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS).

The announcement was made on Wednesday by Sir Ronald Sanders, Antigua and Barbuda’s ambassador to the Permanent Council of the OAS.

In his statement, Saunders said, “The warmth of our Caribbean atmosphere will foster harmonious discussions, as well as fruitful and positive outcomes for our hemisphere.”

“We hope that the warmth of our Caribbean atmosphere will foster harmonious discussions, as well as fruitful and positive outcomes for our hemisphere,” he added.

“We thank Assistant Secretary-General Nestor Mendez and the two teams of officials from the General Secretariat who visited Antigua, discovering the attractiveness of our country while satisfying themselves that our conference facilities and hotel accommodation are consistent with international standards.”

The theme of the assembly will be “Building Resilient, Inclusive Economies in the Americas”.

According to Sir Ron, the theme resonates with urgent regional concerns, emphasising the need for resilience and inclusivity as we address the challenges confronting each member state — big and small — and all of them collectively.

“By using the term ‘building’ in the theme, we affirm our commitment to sustained, ongoing action. And the inclusive scope of the theme ensures that all member states can highlight their specific priorities within a broader collective framework, underscoring our shared dedication to improving the lives of all citizens in the Americas.”

“We look forward to welcoming you in June 2025, confident that our discussions will foster stronger ties and deliver meaningful outcomes for our hemisphere,” the ambassador stated.