Development Assistance Programmes for the Barbadian Private Sector
A donor database of accessible funding opportunities available to Barbadian Private Sector organisations in need of developmental assistance.
May 06 2012 | Research
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International and Bilateral Trade Report 2012
This report provides an outlook for the global trade environment in 2012. It also highlights recent developments with respect to CSME, CARICOM- Canada Trade Negotions, the EPA and CARICOM- USA relations.
May 02 2012 | Research
Differentiating my Service from the Competition’s
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled Differentiating my Service from the Competition’s under the theme "Service/ Disservice – Navigating the EPA". It was delivered by Dr. Wendy Hollingsworth of Conceptualisation Inc. to service providers of Barbados. The presentation highlighted the role of innovation and intellectual property in differentiating a service and protecting brands when entering new markets.
April 29 2012 | Presentations
The EPA in a Nutshell
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled The EPA in a Nutshell under the theme "Service/ Disservice- Navigating the EPA" . It was delivered by Ms Julie Mapp a Consultant in the Division of Foreign Trade to services providers of Barbados. The presentation gave an overview of the EPA placing special emphasis on issues relevant to service providers.
April 29 2012 | Presentations
From Europe to Barbados: Anticipating the Competition
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled From Europe to Barbados: Anticipating the Competition under the theme "Balancing the Competitive Elements of the Agreement" . It was delivered by Ambassador Errol Humphrey a Consultant to the EPA unit to service providers of Barbados. The presentation exposed participants to the EPA and the categories of workers from the EU which are eligible for entry into Barbados.
April 29 2012 | Presentations
A Model for Collaborative Effort in Approaching the Challenges and Opportunities of the Agreement
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled A model for collaborative effort in approaching the challenges and opportunities of the agreement under the theme "Balancing the Competitive Element of the Agreement" . It was delivered by Mrs Erica Smith of COSCAP to service providers of Barbados. The presentation examined the approach taken by COSCAP in securing a viable model for market access in Europe for membership.
April 29 2012 | Presentations
Overcoming Barriers to Trade through a Modern Agricultural Health and Food Control System
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled Overcoming Barriers to Trade through a Modern Agricultural Health and Food Control System by Dr. Beverly Wood to members of the manufacturing sector of Barbados.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
Overcoming Technical Barriers to Trade and Securing Market Access for Agricultural Products
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled Overcoming Technical Barriers to Trade and Securing Market Access for Agricultural Products under the theme "Breaking the Barriers Down- Welcoming the Brands of Barbados”. It was delivered by Mr. Hadyn Rhynd of the Barbados National Standards Institute to members of the manufacturing sector of Barbados. The presentation outlines the nuances of technical barriers to trade, the importance of labelling, accreditation etc., and the requirements under the agreement inter alia.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
Supplying a Good Product is Supplying a Good Service
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled Supplying Good Product is Supplying Good Service under the theme "Products and Services –Keeping the Scales Balanced”. It was delivered by Mr. Raj Ramdath to members of the manufacturing sector of Barbados. The presentation explores the practical relationship between the supply of reputable goods and the supply of an excellent service.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
Exporting Intangible Assets- Seizing Opportunities in Trade Agreements
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled Exporting Intangible Assets: Seizing Opportunities in Trade Agreements under the theme "Products and Services –Keeping the Scales Balanced”. It was delivered by Dr. Wendy Hollingsworth of Conceptualisation Inc. to members of the manufacturing sector of Barbados. The presentation defined Intellectual Property and encouraged discussion on areas of concern to the manufacturing sector.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
The Roadmap for EPA Implementation in the Manufacturing Sector
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) entitled The Roadmap for EPA Implementation in the Manufacturing Sector under the theme "Breaking the Barriers Down- Welcoming the Brands of Barbados”. It was delivered by Ambassador Errol Humphrey from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade to the manufacturing sector of Barbados. The presentation highlighted the initiatives and programmes currently undertaken towards manufacturing and how they could positively impact Barbadian products.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
The CARIFORUM-EU Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) in a Nutshell
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) under the theme "Breaking the Barriers Down- Welcoming the Brands of Barbados”. It was delivered by Dr. Chantal Ononaiwu, (Trade Policy and Legal Specialist of the Caricom Office of Trade Negotiations) to the manufacturing sector of Barbados. The presentation provided an overview of the EPA, placing special emphasis on issues relevant to manufacturers.
April 28 2012 | Presentations
The Cultural Product
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) under the theme "Products and Services- Keeping the Scale Balanced. Delivered by Dr. Sandra Browne, Craft Development officer of the Barbados Investment and Development Corporation (BIDC) to the Manufacturers of Barbados, the presentation outlines the importance of cultural products to Barbados and provides manufacturers with useful information on how these products can be exported to the European Union using the Economic Partnership Agreement(EPA)
April 28 2012 | Presentations
Trade In Focus Ezine Issue 2
The Barbados Private Sector Trade Team (PSTT) is pleased to present to you the second edition of our revamped quarterly e-zine. This is part of our drive to keep the lines of communications open between the Trade Team and you, our stake holders. We are constantly on the lookout for ways to better serve you.
April 27 2012 | Newsletters
Trade In Focus Ezine Issue 1
The Barbados Private Sector Trade Team (PSTT) is constantly on the lookout for ways to better serve you. Therefore, we are very excited to introduce our E-ZINE where we provide you with a quarterly snapshot of trade news in the region and the world.
November 30 2011 | Newsletters
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On The Insectides
An examination of the treatment afforded insecticides imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Treatment Of Wheat Or Meslin Flour (Tariff Heading 1101.00) Under The EPA
An examination of the treatment afforded wheat or meslin flour imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On Dairy Products
An examination of the treatment afforded dairy products imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Treatment Of Select Fish & Crustacean Products Under The EPA
An examination of the treatment afforded fish and crustacean imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On The Construction Sector
An examination of the treatment afforded products imported into Barbados from the European Union in the construction sector. The tables contain the liberalisation timetables for the products.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On Selected Meat Products
An examination of the treatment afforded selected meat products imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On Paints And Varnishes
An examination of the treatment afforded paints and varnishes imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact Of The Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) On Seasoning
An examination of the treatment afforded seasoning imported into Barbados from the European Union and the opportunities and challenges in the export of these goods to countries covered under the Economic Partnership Agreement between the EU and CARIFORUM.
November 27 2011 | Research
The Impact of the EPA on the Distribution Sector
An examination of the treatment afforded products imported into Barbados from the European Union in the distribution sector.
November 27 2011 | Research
The CARIFORU-EC EPA: Opportunities and Challenges for SMEs
A presentation on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) delivered by the Barbados Private Sector Trade Team's Trade Specialist Joel Richards to the Barbados Small Business Administration. The presentation outlines the challenges faced by small businesses in taking advantage of the opportunities under the Agreement.
November 08 2011 | Presentations