Law

Grenada Officially Joins International Criminal Court in The Hague

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - August 24, 2011 - 9:54 pm

Above: Grenada Ambassador Stephen Fletcher and ICC President Sang-Hyun Song (UN Photo)

Three months after Grenada deposited its instrument of accession to the Rome Statute, the country joined the International Criminal as a new state party.

The domestic Grenadian statute implementing the Rome Statute took effect in the country Aug. 1, according to the ICC.

“Each state that joins the ICC sends out a powerful message that it does not tolerate genocide, crimes against humanity or the other atrocious offences listed in the Statute, and it will not provide refuge to those suspected of such crimes,” said Sang-Hyun Song, the president of the ICC.

Song was joined by Grenadian Ambassador Stephen Fletcher in The Hague, Netherlands.

“After 300 years as a colony, an overthrow of the government, an invasion in the mid-’80s and a full restoration of democracy to follow, Grenada has come out as a strong and independent State of the Caribbean Community,” said Jorge Lomonaco, vice president of the Assembly of States Parties and Ambassador of Mexico.

Popular Posts antigua long bay

25 Perfect Caribbean Beaches to Add to Your Summer Bucket List

There’s nothing like a Caribbean beach in summer. The crowds thin out, the winds relax, and the islands start breathing in a different way. The beaches you thought you knew feel new again— stretches of sand once packed with winter […]


The 15 Best Hotels in Trinidad and Tobago, From Hidden Eco-Retreats to Luxury Towers

trinidad and tobago hotels where to stay

From Port of Spain to Tobago’s quiet coasts, these are the places to check in now No two Caribbean islands are quite like Trinidad and Tobago—and no two hotels here feel the same. This is a destination of contrast: Carnival […]


This Marriott All-Inclusive Resort Is Coming to Barbados —  And You Can Book It With Points

new brand for the caribbean

Barbados has long been a haven for adults in search of refinement — the kind of place where luxury and culture blend in quiet, confident harmony. Now, that ethos is becoming the foundation of a new resort concept that aims […]


Related Posts bahamas travel sustainability

How to Vote for The Bahamas Travel and Sustainability Awards 2025

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, in collaboration with Caribbean Journal, is proud to announce the return of the Bahamas Travel & Sustainability Awards for its third year. These awards serve is a platform to recognize, honor and […]


Every Traveler to Jamaica Needs to Fill Out This Form Before Arrival

jamaica entry form

If you’re heading to Jamaica, you are required to complete this online step — here’s what to know. Even in 2025, there’s one thing every traveler headed to Jamaica needs to do before arriving: fill out the Enter Jamaica form. Whether […]


Aruba's Airport Just Named an Interim CEO

aruba eagle beach

Aruba’s Queen Beatrix International Airport is getting a familiar face at the helm. The Aruba Airport Authority has named James Fazio as interim CEO, with his appointment set to take effect on August 1, Caribbean Journal has confirmed. The move […]