Prime Minister Skerrit meets with Guadeloupe officials and plans a diaspora event on April 26, 2026, to discuss key issues and strengthen relations.
Dominica: Prime Minister Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit recently met with the Prefect of Guadeloupe Thierry Devimeux and France’s Ambassador Marie Noelle Duris to the Eastern Caribbean during a visit to Guadeloupe.
During their meeting, discussions focused on customs, immigration, maritime safety, fire and rescue, and judicial cooperation. Officials described the talks as part of strengthening cooperation between the two neighbouring territories.
Sharing this information, PM Skerrit shared a post on his Facebook mentioning, "Excellent meeting today in Guadeloupe with Mr. Thierry Devimeux, Prefect of Guadeloupe and Her Excellency Marie Noelle Duris, Ambassador of France to the Eastern Caribbean.
We covered areas of critical importance, including judicial cooperation, customs, fire and rescue, maritime collaboration and immigration matters. Dominica values its relationship with France and with Guadeloupe as a neighbouring territory, and remains committed to building practical partnerships that benefit our people.
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In an effort to strengthen connections with the diaspora, the Government of Dominica has planned a meeting with Dominican diaspora in Guadeloupe on Sunday, April 26, 2026, where Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit along with his delegates will engage with the nationals, seeing the challenges they face and addressing any concerns they may have.
The meet and greet is scheduled for Sunday, the 26th of April 2026, starting from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Hall Paul Chonchon in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe.
Prime Minister Skerrit has expressed that he is looking forward to meeting the people in Guadeloupe and hearing from them, inviting many to show up to the meet and greet.
The diaspora has welcomed the Prime Minister and his delegates, taking to the comment section to share that they are waiting for his arrival.
A Facebook user under Delores Etienne shared, “Yes, my PM we are waiting. In fact, I am eager to see you and thank you so much for taking time to look out for us.”
Another user also commented, “I will be there for sure, welcome to Guadeloupe our Prime Minister.”
Meanwhile, the citizens of Dominica have also taken to the comment section, divided on their opinions on the matter, while some have viewed it as a thoughtful gesture, others have concluded it to be a tactic by the PM as the election period nears.
“Mobilising his supporters for the General Election?” asked Dave Bertrand. Answering Dave’s question, Regina Rose responded, “Dominica is the only country where a lot of people criticize the PM for it when other countries do and have done the same. I have witnessed a couple and other people have witnessed it as well. From PM Lester Bird of Antigua and Barbuda to Jamaica Prime Minister PJ Patterson of Jamaica, etc.”
Emanuel Stephen also said, “Dominica’s Prime Minister is being loved by his people and that's why he is being invited to visit them. This shows how much interest he, as a leader, has in his people.”