FORTY-NINTH (2019) ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
June 5-6, 2019
Hyatt Regency Trinidad
Port of Spain
Trinidad and Tobago
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FACILITIES AVAILABLE 4 14 7 6 21 12
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT OF THE CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK
MEETING AT A GLANCE
MEDICAL AND FIRST AID SERVICES
LIST OF OFFICES
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS
It is with great pleasure that I welcome all the Delegates and Observers to this FortyNinth Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). Our beautiful twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago presents a dual offering to visitors. Trinidad, as the Caribbean’s premiere commercial and entertainment centre, while Tobago, as an ecological destination, offers you adventure and relaxation, in a pristine environment. It is an honour for Trinidad and Tobago to host this meeting and I also express great pleasure in acceding to the Chairmanship. I wish to implore that this meeting provides member countries with the opportunity to engage in discussions to not only strengthen the Bank’s profile in the Region but also to ensure that the pertinent issues affecting our region are holistically addressed.
This Annual Meeting holds special significance for our Region’s development, as we continue to be challenged by external vulnerabilities. However, the Region is expected to experience an increase in economic activity which augers well for our development agenda. Targeted policy interventions have helped to reduce unemployment across the Region and we will continue to undertake rebuilding efforts geared towards shoring up resilience. This is especially important given the heightened impact of climate change which has resulted in more intense flooding, drought and extreme weather across the Region. Through concerted
efforts by regional Governments and Institutions, such as the CDB, our people are now more aware and conscious about preservation and conservation. We have a moral obligation to protect our environment and to ensure that we build and develop a planet which is habitable not only for future generations, but for our precious resources and wildlife.
A major opportunity for the Region is seeking to transition towards a sustainable economy by building on our potential for economic growth. The business-as-usual approach to our consumption must be transformed to ensure the preservation of the marine environment. Currently, there is tremendous strain on the oceans, from plastic pollution to sargassum seaweed. The plastics and styrofoam products that end up in the waterways and eventually reach the oceans are adversely affecting marine life. We have seen where countries around the Region have taken a step in the right direction by banning the use of these products while others are following suit. Our global commitments speak to ensuring that we do more to protect our marine life in an inclusive and sustainable manner where our oceans and economic development are not mutually exclusive but rather complement each other.
Our union through CARICOM, has proven to be an invaluable asset in demonstrating strength in numbers by presenting a united voice on many. Moreso, and given that globally we are seeing a radical shift towards more isolationism and nationalism as opposed to integration, inclusion and co-operation. It is important now more than ever that there is renewed emphasis on regional integration.
The CDB continues to serve as a useful, unifying, relevant and key development partner in addressing regional issues. As the Bank prepares to celebrate its fiftieth anniversary next year, a more targeted effort must be made to leverage the rapidly advancing technology, as it seeks to place digital transformation and innovation at the top of its agenda, so
Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Caribbean Development Bank, the Honourable Camille Robinson-Regis, M.P.
as to add greater value to its members and partners. The Bank is therefore not only a repository of funding but must be commended for the technical knowledge and expertise that are provided to member countries. The financial and technical assistance provided throughout the years have resulted in fulfilling the development agenda of not only Trinidad and Tobago but also the Region as a whole. It is therefore necessary to capitalise on this instrumental resource.
This 2019 meeting, is aptly themed “Transformation.” We continue to witness several global “disruptors” to development which impact our Region. These include the age of digitisation, technological innovation as well as migration, all of which, pose challenges as well as opportunities. The Region must therefore transform what we do and also how we do business, so that we do not merely adapt, but seize avenues for advancement.
Embracing the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals as an indicator for transformation will
also complement our national and international development agendas. I urge you to also consider the transformations necessary for the diversification of our economies, to build entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly among the youth, to improve governance and to mitigate and build our resilience as countries and a Region.
Our discussions over the course of this Meeting must therefore focus on the interventions required to make these critical transformations a reality, given that they are fundamental to our survival and prosperity. I wish the various meetings and seminars to be held every success. I also make an appeal for you to offer innovative solutions to the development issues we face. Let us channel and use the creativity we possess as one Caribbean people as a catalyst for our Region’s advancement and ultimately for a better quality of life for our citizenry.
May your stay in our beautiful isles of Trinidad and Tobago be enlightening and enjoyable.
Camille R. Robinson-Regis, M.P. Honourable Minister of Planning and Development Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Caribbean Development Bank
THE FORTY-NINTH (2019) ANNUAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF THE CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT BANK
MEETING AT A GLANCE
June 1 to June 3
• Vybzing youth ForuM under the theMe –youth-led innoVAtion, region Al trAnSForMAtion
SundAy, June 2
• regiStrAtion
Pre-AnnuAl Meeting
• Meeting oF the oVerSight And ASSurAnce coMMittee oF the boArd oF directorS (ReSTRIcTed)
MondAy, June 3
• regiStrAtion
• 286th Meeting oF the boArd oF directorS (ReSTRIcTed)
• WelcoMe recePtion
tueSdAy, June 4
• regiStrAtion
• ProcedureS coMMittee Meeting oF the boArd oF goVernorS (ReSTRIcTed)
• 36th AnnuAl Meeting oF contributorS to the SPeciAl deVeloPMent Fund (ReSTRIcTed)
• bi-lAterAl MeetingS
• 20th WilliAM g. deMAS MeMoriAl lecture
The national flower of Trinidad and Tobago, the Chaconia. It was named in honour of the last and most progressive Spanish Governor of Trinidad, Don Jose Maria Chacon.
The Forty-Ninth (2019) Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) will be held in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago, on Wednesday, June 5 and Thursday, June 6, 2019. Prior to the Annual Meeting, a number of related meetings and events are scheduled to take place from Sunday, June 2 to Tuesday, June 4, 2019. All meetings will be held at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad. A complete Schedule of Events is appended to this Handbook and has also been posted to the Annual Meeting website.
MEETING AT A GLANCE
dAy one dAy tWo
WedneSdAy, June 5
• regiStrAtion
• oPening cereMony For boArd oF goVernorS Meeting
• SeMin Ar 1: Agriculture: A neW PArAdigM
• SeMin Ar 2: FroM VulnerAbility to reSilience: you chooSe
• culturAl eVening
thurSdAy, June 6
• regiStrAtion
• Governors’ roundtable diScuSSion (reStricted)
• SeMin Ar 3: A digitiAl cAribbeAn
• cloSing cereMony
• President’s news ConferenCe
FridAy, June 7
• tour For delegAteS And AccoMPAnying PerSonS
AnnuAl Meeting
A plant at the International Cocoa Gene Bank at the University Cocoa Research Station, Trinidad.
ABOUT THE REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO1
The twin island Republic of Trinidad and Tobago is the southern most island in the Caribbean archipelago, located just off the north-eastern coast of the South America mainland.
The larger of the two islands, Trinidad, has a boot-like shape, measures 37 miles (80km) by 50 miles (60 km), and is noted for having an ecological and geographical diversity that is unmatched in the Region. The capital city, Port of Spain, is the business centre of the Caribbean, housing the headquarters for a number of local businesses, a myriad of restaurants and nightlife entertainment like no other.
The sister isle of Tobago is a stark contrast to Trinidad. Considerably smaller in size, Tobago is well-known for its coral reefs, pristine blue waters and white sandy beaches, and is perfect for leisure activities and an immersive experience with nature.
An abundance of natural reserves in oil and natural gas has made significant contributions to the strength of the Trinidad and Tobago economy.
Head of State:
Head of Government:
Her Excellency Paula-Mae Weekes, President
The Honourable Dr. Keith Christopher Rowley, Prime Minister
Area: 4,828 sq km (1,864 sq miles) Tobago, northeast of Trinidad, is 300 sq km (116 sq miles)
Capital: In Trinidad the capital city is Port of Spain In Tobago the capital city is Scarborough
Climate: Tropical, with rainy season from June to December
National Birds: Scarlet Ibis and the Cocrico
National Musical Instrument: Steelpan
Local Music: Calypso, steelpan and soca
Currency: Trinidad and Tobago dollar
1. Reference Ministry of Tourism, Trinidad and Tobago
The Bamboo Cathedral in Chaguaramas.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
The different categories of invitees would have received invitations to the Annual Meeting, with a link to the Annual Meeting website and the registration page. Registration forms must be completed and submitted online no later than May 17, 2019.
Invitations are normally addressed to the Head of Institutions but an institution may be represented by more than one person. Head of Institutions are therefore asked to share the registration link with representatives they have identified so that each representative can complete and submit individual registration forms.
Accompanying Persons (spouses, children or guests of delegates) are also required to complete separate online registration forms.
Full registration details can be found on the Annual Meeting website.
VISA AND PASSPORT REqUIREMENTS
A person who is neither a citizen nor resident of Trinidad and Tobago and who is a citizen of a country that requires a visa for entry into Trinidad and Tobago must be in possession of such.
Citizens of CARICOM countries (except Haiti), the European Union, British Commonwealth countries, the United states, who intend to stay in Trinidad and Tobago up to 90 days, do not require a visa. A detailed listing of countries and visa requirements for entry can be found at URL http://www.immigration.gov.tt.
A passport which is valid for six months from the date of entry into Trinidad and Tobago and a return ticket are also requirements for entry.
Haitian nationals who are bearers of Diplomatic and Official Passports are exempted from visa requirements.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Arrangements for hotel accommodation have been made with the Hyatt Regency Trinidad and accommodation bookings must be made directly with the hotel on or before Friday, May 17, 2019 to access the agreed conference rates.
HOTEL POLICIES
Guests are expected to adhere to the reservation policies of the respective hotels. Note also that all late check-out requests will be subject to availability and there will be a charge of 50% of the rate for delegates who wish to check-out after 12:00 p.m. and prior to 6:00 p.m. and the full rate for departure after 6:00 p.m.
Since it is expected that the hotel will be at full occupancy during the period of the Annual Meeting, you should confirm all requests for late check-out at the earliest convenience.
Delegates, unless otherwise advised by CDB, are responsible for their own guest room, tax, incidental charges and any other charges. All charges incurred must be paid upon check-out. The invoice will be presented in Trinidad and Tobago dollars at the hotel’s rate of exchange on the date of the transaction.
PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION
Delegates making private arrangements for accommodation must also complete and submit the online CDB Registration Form, indicating that they do not require hotel accommodation, on or before May 17, 2019.
Delegates will be met on arrival at the Piarco International Airport by personnel of the Host Country, in cases where arrival information has been supplied in advance. For airport reception, it is therefore important that delegates indicate accurate flight arrival dates and times when completing their registration forms. Any changes to arrival times made after May 17, must have been communicated to email address AnnualMeetings@caribank.org no later than 72 hours prior to the arrival date.
If your first point of entry into the country is the A.N.R. Robinson International Airport in Tobago, delegates are responsible for making the onward connection from Tobago to Trinidad through the following carriers:
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TRANSPORTATION
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1-868-625-7200
1-868-625-3055 (trinidAd)
1-868-639-2417,4906 (tobAgo)
Transportation will be provided for Delegates from the Hyatt Regency Trinidad to all official functions. Transportation will also be provided, as required, for the Accompanying Persons Programme. Participants must wear their Annual Meeting identification badge in order to use transportation services.
Delegates not staying at the designated hotel will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the airport and to and from the meeting venue and other events.
FACILITIES AVAILABLE
INFORMATION DESK
Staff of CDB and the Host Country Secretariat will be on hand throughout the event to provide assistance. In addition, an Information Desk will be located in the reception area of the Hyatt Regency Trinidad. The hours of operation will be:
SundAy, June 2
MondAy, June 3
tueSdAy, June 4
WedneSdAy, June 5
thurSdAy, June 6
6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
8:00 A M to 7:00 P M
8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
7:30 A.M. to 8:00 P.M.
8:00 A M to 1:00 P M
BANKING
The official currency of Trinidad and Tobago is the Trinidad and Tobago dollar. The United States dollar and most credit cards are accepted throughout the country. For your convenience an automatic teller machine (ATM) is situated off the lobby area of the Hyatt Regency. Full banking services are available at banks located in close proximity to the hotel. The opening hours are:
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MondAy – thurSdAy: 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
FridAy: 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M./3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MAll brAncheS: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MondAy – thurSdAy: 8:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
FridAy: 8:00 A.M. to 5:15 P.M.
MAll brAncheS: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MondAy – thurSdAy: 8:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
FridAy: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MAll brAncheS: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
FridAy: 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
SAturdAy: 9:30 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. (chAguAn AS, gulF city, MArAVAl, trincity, WeSt MAll, SAn Fen Ando (high Street), couVA, Point Fortin And MArAbell A).
MondAy –thurSdAy: 8:00 A M to 2:00 P M
FridAy: 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MAll brAncheS: 10:00 A M to 5:00 P M
MondAy – thurSdAy: 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.
FridAy: 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
MAll brAncheS: 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
A Nursing Station in the Sangre Grande Room, at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad will be open during the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for the duration of the Meeting. All medical and first-aid needs outside of those hours should be addressed to the Host Country Conference Coordinator, Ms. Melanie Noel, at 1-868-722-4721.
Arrangements have been made with the hospital’s Primary Health Care Clinic, the Port of Spain General Hospital, for priority treatment of any delegates requiring emergency medical attention. Delegates are advised to carry on their person, in cases of any emergency, a list of their prescribed medications as well as a list of drugs they may be allergic to. Following is a list of 24 hour public and private hospitals in close proximity to the hotel:
Port of Spain General Hospital (Public)
Upper Charlotte Street
Port of Spain
Telephone No: 1-868-623-2951
Community Hospital of Seventh Day Adventists (Private)
Western Main Road
Cocorite
Telephone No: 1-868-622-1191
St. James Medical Complex (Public) 112 Western Main Road
St. James
Telephone No: 1-868-622-1142
West Shore Medical Private Hospital (Private)
239 Western Main Road
Cocorite
Telephone No: 1-868-285-5019
St. Clair Medical Centre (Private) 18 Elizabeth Street
St. Clair
Port of Spain
Telephone No: 1-868-628-1451
CREDENTIALS
Governors and their Alternates must be duly accredited. Temporary Alternate Governors appointed for the Meeting, who have not provided accreditation information prior to registration, are requested to present their official credentials to the Vice-President (Corporate Services) and Bank Secretary (VPCS) on arrival in Trinidad and Tobago. The office of the VPCS is located at the Hyatt Regency in the Diamond Room.
CORRESPONDENCE WITH CDB
All correspondence concerning attendance at the Annual Meeting should be addressed to:
Vice-President (Corporate Services) and Bank Secretary
Caribbean Development Bank
P.O. Box 408
Wildey, St. Michael BARBADOS
E-mail: Annualmeetings@caribank.org
Telephone: 1-246-431-1600 or 1-246-431-1801
Telefax: 1-246-228-9670 or 1-246-426-7269
There will be recording facilities in Regency Ballroom 1 at the Hyatt Regency for “live” recording of statements by Governors. Please contact CDB’s Corporate Communications Officer at email address lyncha@caribank.org or telephone 1-246-431-1886 or 1-246-826 7107, to schedule an appointment to use these facilities.
Commencing on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, the recorded videos may be viewed in designated areas at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad.
WRITTEN STATEMENTS
In addition to the videotaped statements, Governors are required to submit a written form of their statements for publication on the Meeting’s website and on the Bank’s website.
Written statements should be prepared using word-processing programmes that support the Document Content Architecture format usable by Microsoft Word. The Bank’s official language is English.
To ensure the publication of statements during the course of the Annual Meeting, Governors should supply text to the Data-Processing Supervisor by Tuesday, June 4, 2019. Data-Processing is located at the Hyatt Regency, Sapphire Room. Requests for word-processing assistance should be made to the Data-Processing Supervisor during the following times:
MondAy, June 3
tueSdAy, June 4
WedneSdAy, June 5
thurSdAy, June 6
8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
8:30 A.M. to 7:30 P.M.
8:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Special arrangements should be made with the Data-Processing Supervisor for word processing services outside of normal hours.
In addition to being posted on the Bank’s website, in keeping with the “green” meeting policy, speeches will be available electronically for downloading onto flash drives.
ON-SITE REGISTRATION
The registration desk is situated at the Hyatt Regency, Topaz Room. When registering, delegates may be asked to show their passport or other forms of photographic identification. The hours of operation are:
SundAy, June 2
MondAy, June 3
tueSdAy, June 4
WedneSdAy, June 5
thurSdAy, June 6
6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. 2:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. 2:30 P M to 8:00 P M
7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. 1:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Please note that registration will be closed each day during lunch.
A limited number of meeting rooms will be made available for use by Delegations. Reservations should be made through CDB’s Manager, Administrative Services Unit, at email address theobad@caribank.org. Early submission of requests for the use of meeting rooms is recommended in order to avoid conflicts in the scheduling of meetings.
PROTOCOL/LIAISON SERVICES
Protocol/Liaison Officers will be assigned to all Governors. Host Country personnel will be available to assist Delegates throughout the meeting. Contact can be made through the Host Country Secretariat Operations Centre during normal hours of operation in the Point Lisas Room. Inquiries after normal hours of operation can be directed to the Protocol Services Coordinator, Mr. Peter Mitchell, telephone 1-868-728-0127.
SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS
Security will be provided by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago for the duration of the Meeting. Delegates are reminded that the identification badge must be worn at all times. This will allow access to meetings (based on pre-determined participant status), working areas and official social events. Identification badges are not transferable. Lost or misplaced Annual Meeting identification badges must be reported immediately to the CDB Administrative Services office located at the Hyatt Regency, Sapphire Room.
MEDIA
Accredited members of the media must register online. Media personnel must present their official press identification for admission to the public sessions of the Annual Meeting. Working facilities for journalists have been provided in the Media Room located in Regency 6.
Free WiFi is available. Queries pertaining to the media may be directed to: Advisor to the President Caribbean Development Bank P.O. Box 408 Wildey, St. Michael BARBADOS
E-mail: humesd@caribank.org Telephone: 1-246-431-1631; 1-246-826-5915 Telefax: 1-246-228-9670 or 1-246-426-7269
TRAVEL AND SUBSISTENCE CLAIMS
Travel and subsistence claim forms for Governors and Alternate Governors, Directors and Alternate Directors and Channels of Communications will be provided in their brief bags at registration.
Subsistence claims for Governors, Temporary Alternate Governors, Directors and Channels of Communications (who do not possess the CDB-issued debit card) will be settled on a reimbursement basis within ten business days of their return to office. Please ensure that full banking instructions are included on the subsistence claim forms to expedite payment.
Completed subsistence forms should be returned to the Administrative Services and Accounts Office, located at the Hyatt Regency, Topaz Room, prior to departure from Port of Spain.
The office hours are:
MondAy, June 3
tueSdAy, June 4
WedneSdAy, June 5
thurSdAy, June 6
2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
8:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M.
8:30 A M to 6:30 P M
8:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
20TH WILLIAM G. DEMAS MEMORIAL LECTURE
Over the years, the spirit of William Demas’ scholarship has been upheld by distinguished lecturers who have all been committed to economic development. This year’s Keynote Speaker is Mr. Callum Cameron of Proud Engineers.
The venue is the Auditorium of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago.
The National Museum and Art Gallery is the national museum of Trinidad and Tobago, in Port of Spain.The museum was established in 1892, as the Royal Victoria Institute.
SundAy, June 2
9:00 a.m.
MondAy, June 3
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
DRAFT PROGRAMME OF EVENTS
Pre-AnnuAl Meeting
Meeting of the Oversight and Assurance Committee of the Board of Directors (restricted)
Venue: Boardroom of the Hyatt Regency
Two Hundred and Eighty-Sixth Meeting of the Board of Directors (restricted)
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Lunch Hosted by the Director for Trinidad and Tobago
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 1 and 2
Welcome Reception hosted by the Chairman of the Board of Governors
Venue: Stollmeyer’s Castle
Dress: Lounge Suite
tueSdAy, June 4
9:30 a.m.
Meeting of the Procedures Committee of the Board of Governors (restricted)
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Annual Meeting of Contributors to the Special Development Fund
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Lunch sponsored by Republic Bank (Trinidad) Ltd.
Venue: Port of Spain Ballroom
Twentieth William G. Demas Memorial Lecture
Venue: Auditorium of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
WedneSdAy, June 5
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Opening Ceremony: Forty-Ninth Annual Meeting of the CDB Board of Governors
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Dress: Business Attire
Recording of Statements by Governors
Venue: Regency Ballroom 6
Lunch for Delegates
12.00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. – 3:55 p.m.
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Venue: Port of Spain Ballroom
Chairman’s Lunch hosted by the Honourable Camille Robinson Regis
Seminar: Agriculture: Let’s Embrace the Opportunities
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 5 & 6
Seminar: From Vulnerability to Resilience: You Choose
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 5 & 6
Cultural Evening hosted by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago
7:30 p.m.
Venue: Queen’s Hall, St. Ann’s
Dress: Elegantly Casual
thurSdAy, June 6
7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
12:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
FridAy, June 7
8:00 a.m.
SAturdAy, June 8
Sixth Annual Governors’ Roundtable (restricted)
Topic: Update on Strategy Development and Discussion on Selected Strategic Issues
Venue: Regency Ballroom
Seminar: A Digital Caribbean
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 5 & 6
Closing Ceremony
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Press Conference
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Lunchtime Presentation sponsored by Royal Bank of Canada
Venue: Port of Spain Ballroom
Tours for Delegates and Accompanying Persons
Trinidad Highlights (Half Day)
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Word ProceSSing, Print rooM, ASu, i t., cdb SecretAriAt – SAPPhire
PreSident, AdViSer & oFFice MAnAger – JAde
Vice PreSident (corPorAte SerViceS), VicePreSident (oPerAtionS), Senior eXecutiVe ASSiStAnt S to Vice-PreSident S – diAMond
ASSiStAnt bAnk SecretAry – toco
goVernMent SecretAriAt, conFerence coordinAtor – ruby
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Medic Al SerViceS– SAngre grAnde
Security – rio cl Aro
bog Meeting rooM/bod Meeting rooM– regency 3 & 4
round tAble – regency 1 & 2
SeMinArS – regency 5 & 6
Governor’s lounGe – regency 2
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breAkFASt And lunch – Port oF SPAin bAllrooM
MediA rooM – regency 1
tueSdAy, June 4
ACCOMPANYING PERSONS PROGRAMME
tueSdAy, June 4 – 7, 2019
Tour of the Wildfowl Trust
9:00 a.m.
Lunch: Krave Restaurant
Shopping Tour of Gulf City Mall
WedneSdAy, June 5
9:30 a.m.
12.30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Opening Ceremony: Forty-Ninth Annual Meeting of the CDB Board of Governors
Venue: Regency Ballrooms 3 and 4
Dress: Business Attire
Lunch hosted by Dr. Anne-Marie Irvine, wife of CDB’s President
Venue: The Lighthouse, Crews Inn
Tour of Nelson Island Heritage Site
Cultural Evening hosted by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago
Venue: Queen’s Hall, St. Ann’s
Dress: Elegantly Casual
thurSdAy, June 6
9:00 a.m.
FridAy, June 7
8:00 a.m.
Rum Tour and Tour of the Barcant Butterfly Collection
Lunch Venue: Vayberri on the Greens, Millennium Lakes Golf and Country Club
Chocolate Tour and Tour of Lopinot Historical Complex
Tour: Trinidad Highlights ( Half Day )
Tour: Day trip to Tobago
AccoMPAnying PerSonS ProgrAMMe
TOUR DESCRIPTIONS
the WildFoWl truSt krAVe reStAurAnt
The Wildfowl Trust is situated on a 75 acre site where participants will have a chance of seeing birds and many other species of wildlife. The Trust is a popular destination for scientists and researchers, and is also ideal for nature lovers, especially birdwatchers. Learn about the facility’s ongoing efforts in the areas of breeding and re-introduction of locally endangered wetland birds to their natural habitats.
https://www.myguidetrinidadandtobago.com/things-to-do/pointe-a-pierre-wildfowl-trust
Krave is a modern chic dining experience located in south Trinidad which offers an international menu with leanings toward modern European and Mediterranean cuisine. Krave is distinguished from many other restaurants by its exciting design aesthetic, which extends to its food styling. The bar experience is characterized by both cutting edge mixology and classic cocktails. They offer Sunday Brunch, Lunch and Dinner which are all themed according to select international cuisines, with hand-crafted meals carefully and artfully fashioned by the Executive Chef and a multicultural team of culinary professionals. Krave’s menu also includes a complete vegetarian menu with choices appropriate for both vegetarians and vegans. Krave also offers a Sushi Menu.
http://www.xn--crol-cpac.com/Krave/Restaurant/Trinidad/Dining/
Gulf City Mall is one of the most longstanding, premier shopping areas in south Trinidad and is one of the largest on the island. This mall features over 150 shops to cater for a variety of shopping interests in apparel, electronics, footwear, luggage and souvenir shopping.1 Participants will be allowed to explore various shopping and eating spaces, at their leisure, while accompanied by a guide.
Participants are advised to dress comfortably for walking and bring along personal items that may be needed. This tour is offered in English only. Estimated Duration is 2 ½ hours.
1 Adapted from http://www.caricris.com/images/pdfs/press/Gulf%20City%20Rationale-December%202013.pdf accessed on November 1, 2018
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The Lighthouse Restaurant is a world-renowned restaurant which offers a total sensory experience with a delicious international fare, flavored with Caribbean piquancy. Lunch will be served buffet style.
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Nelson Island is an island off Trinidad’s western peninsula, approximately 15-minutes away by boat. Nelson Island has played a significant role in the development of the social, political and cultural fabric of Trinidad and Tobago. During this tour, participants will re-live parts of Trinidad and Tobago’s history and see remnants of the island’s use by indigenous people and colonial powers, a processing depot and repatriation centre for East Indian laborers during indentureship, a sea plane base used by the Americans during World War II, the detention room used by Tubal Uriah Butler following the labor unrest of the 1930s, the incarceration of Jews around 1945 and for persons involved in the 1970 Black Power Movement.
This is a walking tour that is offered in English only. Participants are advised to dress comfortably for walking outdoors and bring along personal items that may be needed (sun lotion, umbrella, drinking water, etc). Estimated Duration is 2 ½ hours.
http://nationaltrust.tt/heritage-sites/nelson-island/
The House of Angostura is one of Trinidad and Tobago’s top manufacturers of world renowned products that include the famous Angostura® aromatic bitters. This walking tour takes participants on a journey through the past, to learn the history of this company that was founded in 1824. Visitors can view a short film presentation (approximately 12 minutes long) that traces the roots of the Siegert family who invented the Angostura® aromatic bitters. A tour of the historical museum which follows will put you into the mood of the times in which this family lived and sets the backdrop for the rest of the tour. Much secrecy surrounds the manufacturing of the Angostura® aromatic bitters and visitors are given a quick glimpse into the ‘Bitters Room’ which is the only place in the world this product in created. The tour also includes our state-of-the-art rum distillery and bottling plant and concludes with a sampling of several of our internationally acclaimed products.
The Angostura Shoppe is located on site and visitors can purchase a variety of products that are manufactured by the company, along with other international brands. As an added bonus, visitors will be able to view the world-famous Barcant Butterfly Collection, that was started in 1921 and which now boasts an impressive array of butterflies that includes over 700 local and international species.
This is a walking tour that is offered in English only. Participants are advised to dress comfortably for walking and bring along personal items that may be needed. Estimated Duration is 2 ½ hours.
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Vayberri On the Greens is nestled in the heart of the Millennium Lakes Golf and Country Club, located at Sunrise Loop Road Trincity. Minutes away from the Piarco International Airport, Vayberri On the Greens offers dining under the teak rafters of our Main Dining Room or under the stars when seated on our Open Air Patio overlooking the Greens of the Golf Course & panoramic views of our Northern Mountain Range. Also on site is Vayberri’s 19th Hole Sports Lounge ideal for viewing sporting competitions, partaking in a laid back game of pool or simply winding down in a more upbeat ambience. Come tantalize your taste buds with our eclectic mix of international cuisine infused with our local charm & to enjoy the serenity of our quaint ambience.
https://buzz.tt/venue/vayberri-on-the-greens-1460
This tour is takes place in the Village of Lopinot, near the foothills of the Northern Range, approximately 45 minutes drive from the Piarco International Airport. This tour highlights the cocoa farming life, gives participants rich insight into the history of the Village of Lopinot and will also allow participants to experience life in the Village. Participants will be greeted with parang music (T&T’s Christmas music) and dancing as they begin their journey into the history of this intriguing village. During the tour, participants will see how our local, unique brand of cacao was grown, harvested, ‘danced’ and converted from seed to beautiful dark chocolate. Participants will also be able to sample the unique taste of T&T’s dark chocolate, as well as purchase them to take home. Other local food products and craft items will also be on sale. Participants will also enjoy a tour of the Cacao Estate of Count de Lopinot, the man who established the village. Participants will be fascinated by the history of Count Lopinot through the many stories that will be told. The Estate has remained virtually unchanged, with many original structures and features intact, including the alleged claim of being haunted by a soucouyant and the ghost of Lopinot himself.
This is a walking tour that is offered in English only. Participants are advised to dress comfortably for walking outdoors and bring along personal items that may be needed (Sun Lotion, Umbrella, drinking water, etc). Estimated Duration is 2 ½ hours.
http://nationaltrust.tt/location/lopinot-house/
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This Tour will begin with a drive around the Capital City of Port of Spain where you can admire the many historic buildings before arriving at the Queen’s Park Savannah. This massive, 200-acre (81-ha) park is lined by exotic trees, colonial-style mansions, and the handsome structure that houses the National Academy of the Performing Arts. Then drive on the North Coast Road to admire views of the Caribbean. Settle in at Maracas Bay, a sandy beach framed by mountain rainforests and dotted with coconut trees where you can take a walk, swim or relax on the beach, as well as sample our famous Bake and Shark.
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Come and board one of T&T’s world renowned glass-bottom boats for a sail on the blue waters of the Caribbean Sea. During the sail, participants will view colorful fishes and enjoy the fresh sea breeze. Stop for a swim in the shallow crystal-clear Nylon Pool and then snorkel among exotic fishes (life jackets, masks, snorkels will be provided). Tour may also include a stop at the No-Man’s Land peninsula.
Upon return to Pigeon Point Beach, participants can relax and have lunch at one of the beach front restaurants. Our tour then continues with a visit to the capital Scarborough and Fort King George for a panoramic view overlooking the Atlantic, the Botanic Garden and a stop in Plymouth & Fort James for another panoramic view, this time overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
This is a walking and driving tour that is offered in English only. Participants are advised to dress comfortably for walking outdoors and bring along personal items that may be needed (sun lotion, umbrella, drinking water, swim clothes, change of dry clothes, towel, etc). Estimated Duration is 10 hours.
A view of Tobago
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Pink Poui trees, Queen’s Park Savannah.
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