WELCOME

On behalf of the Ministry of Trade, welcome to our official online platform. We are your dedicated partner in advancing the trade and economic landscape of Antigua and Barbuda.

The Ministry of Trade is the leading agency in the development and strengthening of Antigua and Barbuda’s position in the global trading environment. The Ministry acts as a hub for manufacturing, services, and goods within the economy. The Ministry’s purpose is to foster economic development, facilitate regional and international trade, enhance the competitiveness of domestic manufacturing and services industries and the growth of domestic MSMEs. The Ministry is committed to enhancing Antigua and Barbuda’s trading environment through our participation and cooperation within the multilateral trading system. Moreover, we are dedicated to the strengthening of the regional cooperation and integration movement as we work alongside the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in deepening economic and development trading relations within the region.

We invite you to explore our comprehensive resource and information hub designed to provide insight into Antigua and Barbuda’s trade policies, international and regional trade negotiations, and opportunities to enhance global market access; the development and support of the domestic industries, and our efforts in negotiating strategic trade agreements and partnerships that benefits our domestic market. Thank you for visiting our platform. Together, we will enhance Antigua and Barbuda’s economic resilience and sustainable development for a prosperous future.

Hon. E.P. Chet Greene
Ministry of Trade