Venezuela tensions spark urgent CARICOM Leaders’ meeting

January 3 2026
The Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) convened in an emergency meeting early on Friday, January 3, following reports of military action in Venezuela.
In a statement, CARICOM said it is actively monitoring the unfolding situation, which it described as a matter of grave concern for the Region, given the potential implications for neighbouring countries.
CARICOM assured that it will continue to keep the people of the Region informed as more details become available.
See full statement here: ”
The Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM met very early on 3 January following reports of military action in Venezuela.
CARICOM is actively monitoring the situation which is of grave concern to the Region with possible implications for neighbouring countries. CARICOM will continue to update the people of the Region as more information is received.”













