Collaboration throughout the test of time is what the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) commemorates on its 43rd Anniversary in 2024. The OECS has pioneered regional integration, forging unity among diverse peoples. Celebrating with the theme of "Advancing Together: Embracing Innovation for Sustainable Growth and Regional Integration" OECS citizens reflect on the remarkable strides made in leveraging resources for tenable growth and fostering deeper regional integration. Through embracing innovative approaches, the OECS continues to champion initiatives that uplift communities, drive economic development, and strengthen bonds among member states.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
OECS ACHIEVEMENTS
On June 18, 1981, the representatives of the Governments of the West Indies Associated States Council of Ministers signed the Treaty of Basseterre establishing the successor to the Council - the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States. Since then, the OECS along with multiple regional and international partners have mobilized efforts to advance regional integration in the Eastern Caribbean which resulted in major key achievements as follows:
2001
The OECS Member States decide to deepen the process of regional integration in the Eastern Caribbean when they agree to form an economic union under what is known as the Revised Treaty of Basseterre.
2001
June 2010
The Revised Treaty of Basseterre establishing the economic union is signed on the 18th June.
2011
The Revised Treaty of Basseterre comes into force on the 21st January, effectively operationalizing the economic union for better socio-economic outcomes for all citizens of the OECS. The countries of this economic union continue to adopt a common approach to trade, health, education and the environment, agriculture, tourism and energy among other areas.
2011
February 2015
For the first time a French-speaking territory - Martinique, becomes Associate Member of the OECS. This accession reflects a major step forward to deepening the cooperation with French neighbouring territories and advancing regional integration in the Eastern Caribbean.
October 2018
The Embassies of Eastern Caribbean States to the Kingdom of Morocco is created in Rabat.
October 2018
March 2019
Guadeloupe becomes Associate Member of the OECS.
CONTACT THE OECS 43RD ANNIVERSARY COMMITTEE
All activities hosted as part of the 43rd Anniversary of the OECS are coordinated by the Anniversary Committee. For more information contact:
