Keynote and fireside chat: The Caribbean at the crossroads of energy and trade

Caribbean nations sit at a critical intersection in the energy landscape, where reliance on imported fossil fuels shapes the competitiveness of tourism, ports, and digital services while exposing economies to substantial price volatility. Unsurprisingly, energy security has become central to the economic resilience of these economies, with new offshore exploration and low-carbon energy initiatives at the heart of efforts designed to strengthen security of supply and enhance economic stability to enhance regional competitiveness and growth. Speakers H.E. Patrick Brunings Minister of Oil, Gas, and Environment, Republic of Suriname H.E. Kerrie D. Symmonds Minister of Energy, Business Development, and Commerce and Senior Minister coordinating the Productive Sector Barbados Session Chair Melanie Chen Founding Chair, Caribbean Energy Chamber Board Director, Atlantic Council