President Irfaan Ali, the Chair of CARICOM has been confirmed as a speaker at the Regional Conference on West Indies Cricket.
CARICOM via its Facebook page confirmed His Excellency as well as several other speakers for the April 25-26 event at the Hyatt Regency in Trinidad and Tobago.

The Guyanese leader is expected to be joined by several other heads including the host country’s Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley, the chair of the CARICOM sub committee on cricket.
Meanwhile Dr. Kishore Shallow, President of Cricket West Indies (CWI), eagerly anticipates the event.
Under the banner “Reinvigorating West Indies Cricket – A Symposium for Strategic Collaboration and Innovation,” Dr. Shallow acknowledges the significant strides taken by CWI as it navigates a new four-year cycle and strategic plan.

“While we have made considerable progress within CWI, setting the stage for a brighter future for West Indies Cricket, it’s essential to recognise that there is no quick fix addressing the complex challenges facing our sport,” remarked Dr. Shallow. “It requires sustained effort and participation from all stakeholders involved.”

Dr. Shallow emphasises the need for shared responsibility in driving positive change within the cricketing community. “While CWI shoulders a significant portion of the responsibility, we understand that meaningful progress cannot be achieved in isolation,” he stated. “It is crucial for all stakeholders, including CARICOM Governments, territorial boards, and other relevant entities, to actively engage and contribute to the advancement of West Indies Cricket.”

The upcoming conference provides a platform for collaborative efforts aimed at addressing critical areas such as infrastructure development, investment in grassroots, youth, and women’s cricket, and other aspects of sports development. Dr. Shallow expresses optimism about the potential outcomes of the conference, stating, “Together, we can forge sustainable solutions that will propel West Indies Cricket to new heights of success and prominence on the global stage.”

“We remain committed to building upon the progress we’ve made and charting a course towards a vibrant and prosperous future for West Indies Cricket,” affirmed Dr. Shallow. “Through collective action and shared responsibility, we are confident in our ability to overcome challenges and realise our vision for the sport.”

The conference will be live-streamed on Cricket West Indies’ official YouTube channel.