Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit says it is unfair that the international community has failed to meet its commitment to countries in the Caribbean.
He made this statement following the passage of Hurricane Beryl which severely affected some Caribbean islands this week.
“It is really unfair to us in this part of the world where commitments have been made by way of compensation to us to allow us to have access to resources, to build resilience against climate change and [that] we have shown in Dominica that we can,in fact, employ with the technology. Obviously, [it] is going to cost you way more than otherwise,” he said.
However, he explained, “if you have the resources, if you have the funds you can certainly invest with resilience in mind and be placed in a better position to withstand and to respond to natural disasters.”
Skerrit argued that those funds are not forthcoming in the manner in which they were promised, “and every single year these developed countries are just kicking the can down the road.”
He pointed out that every year hurricanes and storms are becoming more frequent.
“Every single month of the year we have to deal with some kind of natural disaster,” he remarked.
Skerrit further stated that the fight as it relates to climate change is not just a government fight.
He believes that it has to be the collective way of all the institutions and organizations.
“The Universities, the private sector in the Caribbean, the student bodies, and youth action groups,” Skerrit noted. “Everybody must play their part in lending their voice to this fight that governments have been leading for so many years on their own.”
According to him, the reality is climate change is affecting the way of life of every single citizen in the Caribbean, and more voices need to be raised to demand action as far as the developed world is concerned.
“This is a war that we are fighting, a war which I said many years ago we did not start, but we are facing the consequences of that war,” he remarked.
He continued, “See how much resources the developed world, the [Group of Seven) G7 has sent to Ukraine, billions of dollars of ammunition to kill people and we here in the Caribbean are being killed by natural disasters…”
He added, “But how much resources are coming to the Caribbean to help us build resilience against climate change?”
While Jagdeo or Guyana was making a bid for the Esequibo, “we” were at the same table asking for aid. Chavez gave $30+ mil, Guyana didn’t get but strategy paid off. Sober “we” didn’t ask for or demand Bid Iland, well preety soon be asking … Guyana who had a strategy, for aid. So “we” better start kissing a**. I think there are lots of Dominicans who are smarter. That colonial mentality is so old, I know “we” haven’t figured it out yet with your Confucius classroom and all, but future generations will and must.
“unfair that the international community has failed to meet its commitment to countries in the Caribbean.” (Roosevelt Skerrit).
This corrupted kleptomaniac seems to go to bed and by the time he drifts into the darkness of his mind; his cerebral cortex extracts distorted images from his gray matter, distorting his consciousness; he wakes up confuse and try to unravel his nightmare, hence; he is prone to speaking nonsense!
First of all the international community implies the “countries of the the world considered collectively.” So, whereas Dominica is part of all the nations of the world, Roosevelt should have simply given Dominica: the nation his share of which he neglect to give to Dominica. Roosevelt should be ashamed of trying to hold on to the coattail, of the rest of the Caribbean; as if to say conditions in the other islands are as in Dominica.
Dominica’s problem is Skerrit
No Roosevelt, the poverty existing in Dominica is worst than that of any other Caribbean…
Skerrit, not the international community but YOU failed our country. Pay back the money that you skimmed of the CBI!
A house divided against itself cannot stand. We need to get our house (little piece of “paradise) in order before looking for a bailout from outsiders and foreign benefactors who are being besieged by their own internal strife.
If you notice, the more boisterous Caribbean leaders may harp loudly on scourges of climate change but always stop short of otherwise lambasting the government of countries that sustain their tourism industry.
Simple put, Dominica should focus on building more viable and lucrative regional partnerships with resource rich countries like Guyana. While I agree that the response in aid and assistance has been rather lackluster thus far for hurricane Beryl as compared to hurricane Maria in 2017, the stark reality is that we are living in a world where philanthropy is increasingly becoming a byword while charity is quickly evaporating, leaving many to wonder “are we still our brother and sister keepers?”
“If you notice, the more boisterous Caribbean leaders may harp loudly on scourges of climate change but always stop short of otherwise lambasting the government of countries that sustain their tourism industry.”
You do not know much about what happens in the Caribbean, do you?
Have you ever heard Mia Motley or Comrade Gonsalves?
I agree with you, Skerrit,1000 000 000% that BILLIONS or hundreds of BILLIONS are being sent to Ukraine by WICKED America and the west to kill people. It’s a statement of fact. This is Americas way of maintaining its global hegemony. It’s EVIL, WICKED, DANGEROUS and deserving of STRONG condemnation. I hate it, and like you, i keep condemning it everyday.
The fact is you, Skerrit, is just as WICKED, as America and the other wicked western leaders, sponsoring and fuelling the killing in Ukraine. Your evil rule over Dominica has caused death and destruction as well. Your squandering of our money resources have done the same to Dominicans. You are a stupid trickster posing as a leader. I am so happy that you are being exposed for what and who you are.
WICKED SOUL!
Our dear friend CHINA is the biggest emmiter in the world. Maybe we should just talk to them instead of trying to guilt countries that are actually trying to do something about this hoax into giving you money that you can share with your cronies
All this guy does is bellyache and beg for money (then presumably pockets some of it). He has no dignity or self-respect. While it’s absolutely true that Dominica was shafted by Britain, has a legacy of enslavement that deserves properly addressing, and is on the receiving end of climate and geopolitical issues, independence does not mean dependence. And with this guy running things, he’s failed to move Dominica to a position of real independence. In fact, he’s made it worse. Not only has he increased Dominica’s dependence on other countries and on the unlimited sale of nationhood, but he has also created a climate domestically where people are dependent on him – for handouts. No-one wants to work anymore. Everyone, just like their prime minister, simply expects to be given free cash. It’s a road to ruin. And he can moan all he wants about large nations not playing their part to help smaller ones, but he sounds increasingly like a spoiled brat demanding more toys to play with…
But is this man MAD! Why can’t those who say that they love him take him to a psychologist? What the hell do you have to depend on help from international community to such an extent that you are crying for their money? In our case (Dominica), we have enough resources to exploit and take care of ourselves. UWP DID IT!!! DFP DID IT!! This Skerrit Labour Party has had more than a BILLION times more money than the two parties above combined. Where is the money? What has the money done for us? Build a few houses and 2 hotels? Is the money stolen by greedy politicians?
This guy is wicked, shameless and full of himself. Reasons why i refused to listen to his arrant and buffoonic address? I eagerly look forward to the day when you will be compelled to give an account to Dominicans.
WICKED SOUL!
coming from a pathological liar and kleptocrat. you have failed dominica and only there to beg get money manipulate people. we made billions selling passports, building international airport,marina, Geothermal so you do not need help.
So this whole climate change thing which they keep on shoving down peoples throats, it’s the larger countries which pollute the whole world the most. I believe they are the ones who should be paying the bills for this so called climate disasters which they say is caused by man polluting the world. So I agree with Skerrit… You cannot tell me little Dominica causing climate change, well actually all those trees being cutting down in Dominica definitely causes local changes in the country no trees to hold up the soil so more landslides, back in the day you hearing flood– in Dominica since when?!
Meanwhile he allowing his people to destroy the nature island. What is the situation behind the indian river? are there still heavy equipment operators there having there like a dump? Right next to Layou river is a colass plant. Listen to this greedy man try to admonish the international community for not giving him money. Other islands are making their own money by themselves. they are putting their people to work in good decent paying jobs. They are productive and exporting and using their revenue wisely. Not wasting on projects that to not bring back revenue to the state. they can even afford to share their CBI revenues amongst the people. But no, you and your friends have spoiled your own game. and it is apparent. You shouldnt be crying to the international community in hurricane season for free money. You too greedy. and you not serving the country well.
Skerrit they do not trust you. When they see the way you spend money……
China is the biggest polluter on planet Earth right now! Maybe you should get some commitment, compensation and resources from China for climate and environmental damage and degradation?
The message may be fair but wrong messenger. This guy has no moral authority to accuse others of unfairness. As usual, he espouses such accusatory statements for regional and international headlines.
Here are a few reminders:
* He, his wife and their two American born children live in a multi million dollar castle paid for by the impoverished taxpayers
* Has currently spent millions for Trinidad an lawyers to ‘persecute’ opposition members on blatant, bogs charges
* Recently gave himself and his slothful disciples a handsome increase in salary while increasing taxes on the poor
*Gives foreign contractors carte blanche permission to destroy the environment and pollute the rivers
Roosevelt’s HYPOCRISY knows no bounds.
That man is delusional. Get a grip Skerritt you failed Dominica accept it. Why would the international governments give you more money to put in your pocket and not use it for what they give it to you for, and when they give it to you you making Dominicans think is your money.
Partner the wider world has seen you and your Caribbean leadership cronies for you are……thieves. After Maria you hypocritically cried at the UN while saying Eden was broken. Millions were given to you on our behalf and to this day you cant give account. Fool them once shame on them but you will never fool them twice.
And please don’t complain about money going to Ukraine because if your comrade Putin did not invade them the money sent to them in weapons to defend themselves would most likely be going to other causes like climate change. So do yourself a favor and tell him to get the hell out of Ukraine, a sovereign country. You only coming and address the nation because of the planned rally on Sunday. Hmmmm… I know pressure will burst pipe soon in Dca. Mark my words.
who gives money to known thieves? Would you ?
who gives money to people that are not accountable? Would you ?
who gives money to gangsters that are known to be involved with international criminals and gang members? Would you?
who gives money to criminals that you want apprehended ? Would you?
My name is Question and Answer so I asking questions hoping that I will get answers
You want international community money so you could make it disappear in your laundromat? Wait you will get because you think they not keeping an eye on you
Help us Lord. Does Skerrit know when he is making these reckless statements he is hurting Dominica and the international community is listening and nothing? Here is PM Skerrit:
He continued, “See how much resources the developed world, the [Group of Seven) G7 has sent to Ukraine, billions of dollars of ammunition to kill people and we here in the Caribbean are being killed by natural disasters…”
Skerrit, when you talking your trash is not Laborites and you clappers alone that listening ok.
Boss you need to go to China and Russia for money to build the China Russia friendship Dominica that you have been building
Skerrit, you are unfair, evil, wicked to Dominatens and therefore the international community cannot trust you. In fact you are known to be an enemy of those same international communities and therefore they can’t use our hard earned tax dollars to help strengthen you. I can assure you that as soon as Dominica has a good government they can trust and you are placed where you rightfully belong, money will be released by the international community to help rebuild Dominica caused by you, hurricane Roosevelt Skerrit
I dont support Skerrit at all but Anerica does no give help for those projects. America finance only wars afound the world.
So Skerrit has been very unfair to Dominicans and he expects the international community to trust him? I say absolutely nonsense Skerrit?
Why should the international community give you money when they know you have paid substantial amounts of monies to Trinidadians prosecutors to falsely prosecute members of the opposition?
Skerrit why should the international community trust you with money when international journalists exposed your CBI passport corruption and to date you have yet to comment?
Skerrit, why should the international community trust you with money when they know we have billions of dollars in international banks on the name of ur International friends while Dominicans are living in gross poverty?
Skerrit, why should the international community give you money when they know you are using our money to build apartments so that you could keep Dominicans residing in those apartments as your political hostages?
Why give you money when you arming known criminals with…