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The Caribbean can bring fresh ideas to the world

By ir. Damien Richardson to help individual businesses and tential for living in a ‘human-threat-
SINT MAARTEN — Actions speak young ventures. It will recognize free’ community, which is resistant
louder than words. It is pivotal to that their added value plays an es- to natural disasters. Being able to
use Caribbean data as a new sential role and is a privilege. De- meet this challenge will be a final
communication tool to let leisure veloping connected industry data support that will encourage the
and opportunities lead to new re- centers for the Caribbean will en- people of the Caribbean to feel
gional ventures. The Caribbean able to profile regionally what the safe. They can enjoy a healthy
should begin executing a regional capacity of the region looks like. In Caribbean-based work career
vision and encourage the diaspora the key industries, it will help struc- while being home and being able
to collaborate and invest in a joint ture a true social and market sup- to properly explore and innovate
vision. port expression. It will provide the many of the necessary develop-
region with the ability to observe ments that will be needed for this
A united vision can be expressed or experience of being at home patterns, encourage innovation new Caribbean condition.
in three key aspects. Firstly, it is a in the Caribbean with the ability and help young and mature entre- The Caribbean will benefit once
privilege and benefit to enjoy be- to adequately provide for one’s preneurs develop new strategies. it identifies a formal structure that
ing home in the Caribbean. Sec- family. Another issue is the ability Understanding the connective in- embraces a new and innovative
ondly, taking comfort in the fact to have more freedom to define dustries will require a cultural curve. vision. For instance, strengthening
that there are ample opportunities daily activities and find a balance It will also initiate a new ‘technical its position in the regional yachting
available to live and grow these between work and leisure. And fi- language’ with terms like Industry industry by developing super yacht
cultural advancements and attri- nally, being able to actually enjoy 4.0 and Society 5.0. Industry 4.0. maintenance and service centers
butes in a sustainable and quali- the Caribbean experience know- Simply stated, it refers to the use and niche supplies. It is also essen-
tative manner. Ultimately, having ing that it is the envy of the rest of of technology in every aspect of tial to have a better understanding
the confidence that people can the world. our industrial manufacturing pro- of the fishing and produce indus-
live in a ‘human threat free’ com- cesses. While Society 5.0 speaks to tries.
munity, where there are no worries Being exposed, having the flex- the condition of technology being
about natural threats and the dis- ibility, and the rare treat to reach incorporated into every aspect of A necessary level of clarity and flex-
turbance to our state of normalcy. out and touch each island in the social life, meaning people living in ibility exists within the context of the
region is a great excitement. So is smart societies. many changing industries. The fast
The joy of being home the ability to travel to any desired The Caribbean is potentially the pace that technology is causing
The stress-free environment of the international destination from the ideal place for all forms of individ- our global community to change
Caribbean is a key asset that distin- Caribbean. Understanding the ual, family, and business leisure ac- from day to day, as the South Ko-
guishes the Caribbean from many Caribbean context can be used tivities. The majority of the islands rean saying goes “Pali-Pali”, quick
other areas of the world. It is impor- as a positive motivation to inspire in the Caribbean are still looking and quicker. The timeframe of
tant for Caribbeans, whether living and recognize the value of what it to tourism as their main economic change is rapid. It becomes even
in the region or in the diaspora, to means ‘to be home in the Carib- pillar. However, over the last de- more necessary to define niche
know that it is a joy being home bean’. cades more and more alternative markets and to facilitate relearning
in the Caribbean. The evolution economic alternatives for stability programs. These are necessary to
of the idea to take off your shoes Plentiful opportunities have begun to evolve and ma- help innovate alternative products
and have relaxed moments, can There are enough opportunities ture. Some of the industries of note and strategies for the Caribbean
be considered the corner stone; available in the Caribbean that al- are the music industry, the fashion region going forward.
the hall mark of the Caribbean ex- low the Caribbean citizens to live in industry, the sports industry, the cu-
perience. Most locals in the region a sustainable and qualitative man- linary industry, and in certain areas The Caribbean is ready to define its
take this for granted. ner. the agricultural industry. The main foundation and become a region
question is, what’s next? that will help bring fresh ideas to
There are several key issues that The Caribbean region should know the world and open new avenues
one can focus on. For one, structur- what each island has to offer and A flourishing community for diverse opportunities and inno-
ing the ability to merge the feeling provide a true analytical measure The Caribbean region has the po- vative ventures.q

Salute newspapers for COVID-19 coverage

By Melissa Martin on the coronavirus more to your hometown news- during the microbe coro-
OHIO, U.S. — Readers and accessible. Thank you. paper people for cover- navirus crisis.
residents, please send ing community news and Freedom of the press is
appreciation to local, “Reporters are continuing highlighting hope during a cornerstone of democ-
state, national, and inter- to go to work, often put- the Great Pandemic of racy and a foundation
national newspapers for ting themselves at risk, to 2020. Whether on paper or for liberty. The pursuit of
coverage of coronavirus provide a public service the internet, newspapers justice for all cannot be
news. Thank the staff for that is profoundly impor- connect communities dur- achieved without a free
their dedication and per- tant right now. In many ing disasters. press.
sistence to publishing in states, news providers
print and/or digital during have been classified as Every morning, more than As a self-syndicated col-
the dark days of COVID-19 “essential” organizations 800 newspapers from umnist, my heartfelt grati-
confusion. Give kudos to precisely because public around the world elec- tude goes out to the
journalists, reporters, and health officials understand tronically submit their front newspaper publishers and Melissa Martin, Ph.D. is
columnists for staying with the importance of accu- pages to the Newseumto editors around the globe an author, columnist,
the stories. rate information in fighting be part of Today’s Front that published my opin- educator, and therapist.
a pandemic,” according Pages online exhibit. Ex- ions, commentaries, and She lives in U.S.
Many news outlets tempo- to a recent article in The press gratitude and show soapbox debates during
rarily dropped their pay- Atlantic. support for Newseum as the shutdown and shelter- rock! Newspaper readers
walls to make information Email encouragement they continue their mission ing. Newspaper people rock!q