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Caribbean Report 13-08-1990
No full text1. Headlines (00:00-00:34)2. An extended interview with the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, A.N.R. Robinson, after the attempted coup by the Jamaat al Muslimeen. Mr. Robinson discusses his current state of health, his return to office in approximately two weeks, the rumors of a split in the ruling National Alliance for Reconstruction and the reports of an American involvement in the hostage crisis (00:35-10:00)3. Financial News (10:01-11:04)4. Jean Michel Caroit reports that one demonstrator is killed by the army in the two-day general strike in the Dominican Republic. The protest actions are in response to the economic austerity measures announced by the government last Wednesday (11:05-14:00)5. In the midst of severe gasoline shortages and power cuts in Haiti, the Council of State continues to be in constant conflict with President Ertha Pascal-Trouillot (14:01-15:10
Caribbean Report 14-02-1991
No full textMr. A.N.R. Robinson speaks about the issues surrounding CARICOM’s decision to support the war in the Gulf. African Americans in the United States are opposing the war in the Gulf and are claiming that 30% of the military force in the war are Black Americans despite the fact the United States population only consist of 7% African Americans. Although, Black Americans have filed Conscience Objector claims, they are not being heard and they are forced to participate in the war. In Cuba, there is growing speculation that Roberto Robaina may be the successor to Fidel Castro. Journalist, Mark Cooper, has published an article where he looks at the rise of Roberto Robaina and his relationship with Fidel Castro.1. Headlines (00:00 - 0:37)2. Amidst criticisms about the war in the Gulf and the reported causalities, Trinidad and Tobago is concerned about the truthfulness of the reports. Mr. A.N.R. Robinson , Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago believes that CARICOM’s decision to support the war was under the umbrella of the United Nations and it is a critical time for the feasibility of having a world order. He speaks to Hugh Croskill about the issues surrounding CARICOM’s decision to support the war (00:38 - 06:01)3. Black Americans in the United States are protesting as they say that the war in the Gulf is unacceptable and they do not wish to participate in the killings. They claim that persons are being forced to join the military forces and they call on President Bush to end the war. They claim that 30% of the forces in Operation Desert Storm are from the African community although 7% of the United States population are African Americans. They have criticized the Baghdad bombings and believe that there is need to ascertain the civilian loss of life in this war (06:02 - 08:38)4. Cuban President, Fidel Castro is said to be grooming Roberto Robaina, the Head of the Communist Youth, as his successor. Mr. Robaina is being viewed as the rising political star in Cuba and and the Number 2 man of the island. Journalist Mark Cooper, has published an article where he looks at the rise of Roberto Robinha and his relationship with Fidel Castro (08:39 - 14:57
Caribbean Report 26-01-2000
No full text1. Headlines: (00:00-00:272. The Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Basdeo Panday expects the President A.N.R. Robinson to remove the Tobago Senators and put two others in their place. Mr. Robinson has refused to do so and has brought the country into what can be described as a constitutional crisis. Mr. Robinson is of the view he is acting to keep the union of Trinidad and Tobago because revoking the appointment of the two Senators could endanger that union. (00:28-07:39)3. In the middle of a tense election campaign in Dominica, the Prime Minister Edison James links the Opposition Leader Rosie Douglas to the unification church known as the Moonies. Prime Minister James indicated that police investigations have revealed a connection the authorities could not ignore. (07:40-10:49)4. The Grenadian Prime Minister Keith Mitchell has been giving reasons for explaining publicly what he believes is a lack of American support for CARICOM countries. He wants Washington’s attention to be drawn to the fact that countries like Grenada do need US support in specific areas. (10:50-12:53)5. Hangings will not be resumed in Antigua this week as they were initially scheduled. High death row prisoners who were to be hanged tomorrow and Friday have been given a stay of execution to appeal to the Privy Council. Four of the men were given 21 days to sort this out. (12:54-13:33)6. The EU Trade Commissioner has called on the World Trade Organisation to launch new rounds of talk this year. The request comes weeks after the failed Seattle Summit. They are also proposing a package of concessions for developing countries. (13:34-15:29
Caribbean Report 09-08-1988
No full textThis program reports on the political climate in Trinidad and Tobago in the wake of the split in the National Alliance for Reconstruction (NAR) Coalition, and the formation of a new political party known as Club 88. The program also takes a look at the state of the economy of Trinidad and Tobago and the tough political and economic issues facing the A.N.R Robinson administration. Finally, BBC correspondent Hugh Crosskill examines the atmosphere at cricket grounds during test matches between the West Indies and England. The contentious issue of West Indies supporters’ exuberance and the level of noise that they make during the matches is discussed, along with measures taken to control the noise.1. Headlines: (Jerry Timmins) (00:27-00:47)2. Alan Tomlinson reports on the breakup of the coalition government in Trinidad and Tobago which was formed by the National Alliance for Reconstruction (NAR) and the formation of a new political party by the dissidents, which was dubbed “Club 88”. The segment includes a brief comment by Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister A.N.R. Robinson. (00:51-03:50)3. BBC correspondent Jeremy Taylor reports on the state of the Trinidad and Tobago economy and the many critical economic issues facing the Robinson administration. He also comments on the government’s optimistic, medium-term economic plan. (03:52-05:57)4. Financial News: (Pat Whitehorn) This segment includes comments by Sarah Hewin, an economist at American Express Bank. (06:03-07:29)5. BBC correspondent Hugh Crosskill reports on the opinions of English and West Indian fans to the atmosphere at the cricket stands as it relates to the level of noise made by supporters of the West Indies cricket team. He also looks at the impact of efforts made by English cricketing officials to curtail the noise levels at the major cricket grounds during test matches. (07:34-12:22)6. Report on the London-based Economist Magazine’s special supplement on the Caribbean. Jerry Timmins interviews Michael Elliot, Industrial Editor of the journal. (12:26-14:59
Caribbean Report 21-02-1990
No full textIncludes musical interlude at the beginning of the report.The program reports on the address of A.N.R. Robinson, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago at the United Nations Special Assembly on Drugs. The proposal issued by Trinidad and Tobago includes the setting up of an International Criminal Court and an International Tribunal. Secondly, the nineteen year old brother of Bob Marley, Anthony Booker is shot dead in Miami after rampaging through a shopping precinct with a firearm. Following the Financial News, Haiti moves nearer to the start of the electoral timetable and a census is due to start in March. One of the members of the electoral council which drafted the electoral schedule is calling for it to be revised. The report also covers the return of three exiled opposition leaders to Haiti. The final segment explores the upcoming WBA Welter Weight Title between Lloyd Honeyghan and Mark Breland.1. Headlines (00:00-01:30)2. Trinidad and Tobago addresses the United Nations Special Assembly on Drugs. Interview with A.N.R. Robinson, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago (01:31-05:25)3. Bob Marley's brother shot dead after rampage at a Miami shopping precinct. Arnold Markowitz, Miami Herald reports (05:26-09:00)4. Financial News. Neil Buxton of Shearson Lehman Co., comments on the rising price of gold (09:01-10:30)5. As three opposition leaders return to Haiti, a member of the electorial timetable calls for it to be changed. Michael Norton reports from Haiti (10:31-13:13)6. Sporting segment. WBA Welterweight Championship between Lloyd Honeghan and Mark Breland. Ian Dark interviews Lloyd Honeyghan (13:14-16:00
Caribbean Report 10-12-1990
No full text1. Headlines (00:00-00:55)2. At the Annual Conference of the NAR party, A.N.R. Robinson warns that whilst the economic climate appears bright, not enough gains have been made to satisfy the requirements of the population. Debbie Ransome reports that the meeting also addressed a review of the Trinidad and Tobago economy and the recently presented budget (00:56-03:17)3. British Foreign Minister with Responsibilities for the Caribbean, Mark Lennox Boyd, endorses the British government’s desire to see free and fair election in Guyana and supports the economic policies of the Guyanese government. Cheddi Jagan also comments on the likelihood of free and fair elections in given the concessions made by President Hoyte (03:18-07:48)4. The rapid pace of the Jamaican government pushing through its policy of deregulation has attracted criticism from many, including an Anglican bishop, Neville De Souza. Bishop De Souza also comments on the role of the Church and questions the intentions of the US initiative for the Americas (07:49-12:02)5. Exiled Haitian Jean-Claude Duvalier calls for peace and non-violence in the run-up to Sunday’s presidential elections. Leslie Goffe interviews Duvalier’s lawyer, Sauveur Vaisse, and questions if his peace message was his first step in returning to Haiti (12:03-14:26)6. Guyanese-born British Labour Party MP, Bernie Grant, will lead a delegation from the Afro-Asian community to Baghdad on Sunday (14:27-14:53
Caribbean Report 18-11-1991
No full textReport commences during the headlines.1. Headlines (00:00-00:15)2. Confusion surrounds the rate of the increasing number of Haitian refugees captured by the US Coast Guard in the wake of the Haitian coup in September. Hugh Crosskill reports that the US is planning to send most of the Haitians back home, a move which is not supported by US Democratic Congressman, Charles Rangel who calls the US action vicious and racist. Similarly, Bill O’Neill, Director of the Refugee Project at the Lawyers Committee for Human Rights, states that the move by the US is a violation of human rights laws (00:16-05:21)3. The Elections Commission in Guyana announced its approval of the list of candidates for the December 16th elections. Sharief Khan reports that there is still some doubt over the polls taking place as scheduled. Comments from Rudy Collins, Chairman of the Elections Commission (05:22-07:52)4. According to the latest opinion poll, Trinidad and Tobago’s ruling National Alliance for Reconstruction surged ahead of the opposition parties. Dr. Selwyn Ryan conducted the poll and found the NAR is favoured to win the elections by 33% of the respondents. Tony Fraser reports with comments from Prime Minister A.N.R. Robinson and Patrick Manning of the People’s National Movement. There are also speculations that the Prime Minister may announce the date of elections tonight (07:53-11:12)5. A dramatic downturn in the Barbados' economy prompted local investors to seek outlets elsewhere in the region through cross border trading, whilst Trinidad and Jamaica are looking towards the Barbados market. Comments from Tony Johnson, General Manager of Barbados Stock Exchange (11:13-13:39)6. The British Jamaican-born boxer, Chris Eubank announces his resumption to boxing after his last fight with Michael Watson who sustained serious injuries (13:40-13:56)7. Recap (13:57-14:41
Caribbean Report 10-07-1989
No full textA Special edition of the BBC Caribbean Report on its first anniversary, 4th July 1988. To mark the occasion, a discussion on the future of the Caribbean region and and its relationship with Europe come 1992. Hugh Crosskill interviews Michael Manley, Prime Minister of Jamaica; A. N. R. Robinson, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago; and Henry Ford, Opposition Leader of the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) in Barbados (00:00-45:05
Caribbean Report 12-01-2001
No full text1. Headlines (00:00-00:27)2. Trinidadian President A.N.R. Robinson breaks with protocol and the Opposition protest the speakers elections. President A.N.R. Robinson, Prime Minister Basdeo Panday and Opposition Leader Patrick Manning are interviewed. Caribbean Journalist Rickey Singh and Raymond Edwards report (00:28-05:58)3. Grenada announces a comprehensive probe into the failing offshore bank First International. Finance Minister Anthony Boatswain is interviewed and Lou Smith reports (05:59-08:07)4. Dominica's rush into relations with Libya may have fractured a proposed united OECS approach to such relations. Prime Minister Keith Mitchell is interviewed (08:08-10:53)5. United States Defence Secretary has said that he is considering using live bombs during naval training exerises on the island of Vieques. There is concrete evidence of contaminative plant life on Vieques. Puerto Rico Resident Commissioner Anibal Acevedo Vila is interviewed and Shannon Novak reports (10:54-13:05)6. Hindus are heading for the North Indian town of Allahabad for the biggest festival in their religious calendar. The Kumbh Mela has been billed as the greatest show on earth. Hindus from the Caribbean have waited over a decade to get there. Sat Maharaj of the Maha Sabha is interviewed and Emma Joseph reports (13:06-15:26
Caribbean Report 30-01-1997
No full textIn this report, Cuba has rejected a US State Department report which says that human rights on the island have deteriorated. Next, the Haitian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic says that Haiti is concerned about what it considers to be the summary deportation of Haitians from the neighbouring mainland. Next, the constitution of Trinidad and Tobago does not bar former politicians from becoming Head of States. However, the issue of whether former Prime Minister, A.N.R. Robinson should become Head of State is heating up, as those oppose to it say he is too steep in politics to be impartial. Next, new Secretary General of the UN, Angela King, says that she anticipates her new role at the UN will continue to focus on the advancement of women. Following, as the European nations launch their year against racism, it is being said it is the first time that European institutions would engage in action to combat racism.1. Headlines (00:00-00:34)2. Cuba defends the breakup of its chief pro-democracy movement and rejects the US report criticizing Havana's human rights record. Miguel Alfonso is interviewed. Tom Gibb reports from Havana (00:35-04:03)3. Haiti says the summary deportation of illegal workers from the Dominican Republic is inhumane. Michael Norton reports (04:04-06:50)4. The issue in Trinidad and Tobago is whether former President A.N.R. Robinson become president? Camille Robinson and Nizam Mohammed are interviewed. Tony Fraser reports from Port of Spain (06:51-09:04)5. Jamaica's Angela King, says that she anticipates her new role at the UN will continue to focus on the advancement of women. Warren Gordon interviews Angela King (09:05-12:56)6. Europe's Year Against Racism is launched. Vince Hines, Black European Commission Development Federation and Ann-Marie Vincent are interviewed (12:57-15:22
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