Grenada Independence Day PRESS STATEMENT From ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE
On behalf of the government of the United States, I congratulate the people of Grenada on the 47th anniversary of your independence.
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The United States appreciates Grenada’s regional leadership and partnership as we work toward greater security, prosperity, and democracy. This past year, the U.S. government contributed more than $6 million to construct emergency operations centers in Grenada and Carriacou to boost their preparedness and disaster response capabilities. We have stood together to fight COVID-19 as the United
States donated masks, gloves, hazmat suits, and other personal protection equipment to help keep the Grenadian people safe. We also partnered with the Royal Grenada
Police Force Coast Guard to upgrade its nearshore interceptor vessels as part of our work together to improve security for citizens of Grenada and the region.
The United States values the strong relationship between our two countries and wishes the citizens of Grenada a happy Independence Day.
Grenada Independence Day messagE from Caricom Secretary-General
CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, has extended “heartfelt congratulations” to the government and people of Grenada on the occasion of the country’s 49th Independence anniversary.
In her congratulatory message to Grenada’s Prime Minister, the Hon Dickon Mitchell, the Secretary-General said there is much for Grenada to be proud of as a nation.
“The Community joins the Government and People of Grenada in celebrating forty-nine years of independence, and extends best wishes for continued progress towards a sustainable and prosperous future,” the Secretary-General said.
Please see the text of Dr. Barnett’s message below:
“Honourable Prime Minister,
On behalf of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), I wish to extend heartfelt congratulations to the Government and People of Grenada on the occasion of the Country’s 49th Anniversary of Independence, celebrated under the theme, “The Journey to 50. Reflecting on the Past Planning the Future”.
The emphasis on a collective reflection and on innovation is a strong indication of the pathway along which the Government intends to lead Grenadians towards a better and brighter future.
Honourable Prime Minister, Grenada has significantly contributed to the regional integration process and, in particular, through the advancement of the critical areas of Science and Technology, for which you have the lead responsibility in the Quasi-Cabinet of the Heads of Government.
There is much for Grenada to be proud of as a nation. The Community joins the Government and People of Grenada in celebrating forty-nine years of independence, and extends best wishes for continued progress towards a sustainable and prosperous future.”
HAPPY 49TH INDEPENDENCE FROM THE Grenada MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
This year we celebrate Grenada’s 49th independence, reflecting on the theme, “The Journey to 50: Reflecting on the Past, Planning for the Future”.
The Ministry showcases relics and memories from our social, political and cultural history, encouraging the continued move to grow, eat and buy local. The locally made agro processed products, soaps and creative food recipes on display are meant to inspire a reliance on home grown and produced products.
We also celebrate the creative arts, an avenue for social integration, entrepreneurship and, therefore, job creation, through art and design.
Our book display shows our cataloguing and celebration of our unique stories, exceptional writers, our interesting culture and fascinating history.
Our culinary showcase is evidence of our skillful craftsmanship and signal our patriotism and pride, as a country, with our coat of arms and nutmeg creatively and stunningly displayed.
Our displays integrate the colours of our landscape and signals the vibrant lives we live under the warm Caribbean sun.
Happy independence to all Grenadians at home and abroad! May we continue to aspire, build and advance as ONE PEOPLE.
ADAM STEWART EXTENDS SINCERE CONGRATULATIONS TO GRENADA ON ITS 49TH YEAR OF INDEPENDANCE
It is my privilege and sincere pleasure on behalf of my family and the entire Sandals Resorts International organization to extend heartiest congratulations to the country of Grenada on her 49th anniversary of independence.
Having just celebrated a decade as a full-fledged member of this extraordinary destination, I can speak with some authority on her beauty, the charm and kindness of her people and the extraordinary gifts lucky visitors may explore when they are here. From watching leatherback turtles lay their eggs at Levera National Park and hiking Seven Sisters Falls to coming upon the haunting underwater statuary at Molinere Underwater Sculpture Park and sampling the sweetest chocolate, Grenada fills your senses.
My father loved Grenada and dreamed of bringing our brand to its shores. Ten years ago, he did just that, ushering in a new level of luxury with the introduction of Sandals Skypool Suites. The first of their kind, they were an architectural feat, demonstrating what could be done with vision, determination, and the certainty that anything is possible.
Like you, Grenada.
Happy Independence Day. May your best days, always, lie ahead.
