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The CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) has for years been touted as the most critical pillar in Caribbean regional integration. Yet, for years, the implementation of the CSME stalled due to the absence of a common view as to its feasibility, the speed of its implementation, the institutional capacity, programming for public education and ultimately, its benefits. In this work, a special edition of the Integrationist, and put together by the UWI-CARICOM project, the CSME is explained in all its dimensions. The contents cover the background to the establishment of the CSME and perspectives on its implementation. The main provisions and expected benefits of the Single Market are also presented along with the strategic framework and efforts at resource mobilisation to make the CSME a reality. The importance of the Caribbean Court of Justice to the effective functioning of the CSME is also outlined. The book concludes with a call to the member states for a unity in both understanding and action in the pursuit of integration, not as choice, but rather as necessity. The work is complemented by the inclusion of several appendices notably the original 1989 Grand Anse Declaration, the 2005 PetroCaribe Agreement as well as an indicative plan of action by priorities and an outline of major technical assistance resource gaps.

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The Department of Chemistry, UWI Mona is an account of the history of what was arguably the most prominent department during the first 20 years of the University. Operating within the Faculty of Natural Sciences, the quality of instruction and the level of research which has contributed to the development of public policy, as well as the number of postgraduate students produced, are all testament to the impact the Department and its graduates have had on society. From academia to industry and commerce in the private and public sectors, nationally and internationally, UWI Mona Chemistry Department graduates have proven themselves as leaders. Though focused on the Department of Chemistry, Ken Magnus and Robert Lancashire paid a vivid picture of the founding of the University College of the West Indies. The struggles, debates and victories of the fledgling institution are chronicled and enhanced by the inclusion of rare photographs and images. Thoroughly researched and lucidly presented, this book is a valuable addition to the annals of the University of the West Indies and the record of Caribbean history.