The Caribbean Development Bank's Annual News Conference will take place on Thursday, February 7, 2019 at 9.30 a.m. at the Bank's headquarters in Barbados. It will be hosted by President, Dr. William Warren Smith.

The President and the Directors of Economics and Projects will deliver statements to the media. Following their presentations, there will be a brief Q&A session.

Dr. William Warren Smith, President, CDB

An overview of 2018 regional economic performance and a forecast for 2019; the main challenges facing CDB’s Borrowing Member Countries; and recommendations for driving transformation in the Region.

Dr. Justin Ram, Director of Economics, CDB

Analysis of the Region’s economic challenges and prospects; recommendations for strengthening implementation in the Caribbean.

Mr. Daniel Best, Director of Projects, CDB

Results of CDB-supported projects implemented in 2018; a review of planned projects and expected outcomes for 2019.