Carnival of Dominica by Mr Raymond Lawrence

A challenge shared by the entire region In response to the recurring Sargassum strandings affecting many Caribbean territories, the SARSEA project (Sargassum Regional Strategies for Ecosystem-based Actions) has been bringing together regional institutions, experts, and local governments for several years around a common goal: to strengthen these territories’ capacity to anticipate, manage, and make the most of this phenomenon. Led by Expertise France and the Commission of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), with support from the French Development Agency (AFD), the European Union, and local partners such as the Guadeloupe Region, the program promotes the sharing of experiences and the development of solutions tailored to Caribbean realities. Dominica, a hub for regional trade Faced with a common challenge, an increasing number of territories in the region are coming to see cooperation as one of the most effective ways to make progress. With this in mind, a series of

In Fort-de-France, a shipwreck doesn’t need to be brought to the surface to tell a story. Sometimes all it takes is a photo, an object, or a personal account. During European Archaeology Days, Martinique chose the sea as a gateway to its history. In the gardens and spaces of the “Department of Cultural Affairs”, the exhibition “Diving into the Blue, Where Shipwrecks Lie” showcased a heritage that is often invisible: the one that lies beneath the water. European Archaeology Days as seen from Martinique European Archaeology Days took place on June 12, 13, and 14, 2026. In Martinique, this event took on a special significance. It wasn’t just about discussing excavations, ruins, or conservation. It was about reminding people that the island also holds a part of its history in its seabed, its bays, its beaches, and its sand. The Department of Cultural Affairs placed the sea at the center