2020
Key Themes in 2020
The year was overwhelmingly shaped by the global COVID-19 pandemic, with Hon. E.P. Chet Greene focusing on crisis management, regional coordination through CARICOM, and advocacy for the unique vulnerabilities of tourism-dependent Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Diplomacy largely shifted to virtual formats as he addressed pandemic-related challenges including travel protocols, economic recovery, health measures, and the severe impact on the tourism sector. He emphasized national resilience, maintained active membership in CARICOM, the United Nations, and the Commonwealth, and continued expanding Antigua and Barbuda’s diplomatic footprint while balancing domestic responsibilities as MP for St. Paul and ABLP Chairman.
Ongoing throughout 2020
- Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade & Immigration
- Member of Parliament (MP) for St. Paul
- Chairman, Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP)
- President, Antigua and Barbuda National Olympic Committee (ABNOC)
- Active engagement in CARICOM, Commonwealth, OAS, and bilateral diplomacy amid the global COVID-19 pandemic
November 2
Delivered the official Address on the occasion of the 39th Anniversary of Antigua and Barbuda’s Independence under the theme “One Purpose, One Vision, One Nation.” He reflected on national resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighted the particular difficulties faced by tourism-dependent SIDS, and reaffirmed the country’s active role in CARICOM, the United Nations, and the Commonwealth while continuing to expand its diplomatic presence globally.
May 7-8
Participated in the 23rd Meeting of the CARICOM Council for Foreign and Community Relations (COFCOR) held virtually. Discussions centered on coordinated regional responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, including travel protocols, economic impacts, and foreign policy alignment.
February 21-24
Paid an official visit to the Republic of Serbia. He held bilateral discussions with Serbian officials, including meetings on strengthening diplomatic ties, and expressed Antigua and Barbuda’s position on accepting the results of the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue.
January–March
Conducted routine ministerial and constituency duties, including oversight of foreign affairs, trade, and immigration matters, before the rapid escalation of the global COVID-19 pandemic shifted focus to crisis response and virtual engagements.