The SDGs and Tobago’s Development Strategy: Aligning with UN Goals for Sustainable Growth
The Secretary for Food Security discusses aligning the island’s development strategy with the UN SDGS
June 11, 2024 – During last month’s plenary session, a significant motion was passed by Secretary for the Division of Food Security, Natural Resources, the Environment, and Sustainable Development, Assemblyman Nathisha Charles-Pantin. The motion concerned aligning the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with Tobago’s development strategy.
Secretary Charles-Pantin appeared on the Tobago Updates Morning show, providing insights into the motion and how it would be achieved. This initiative aims to integrate global sustainability targets into local development plans, ensuring Tobago’s growth aligns with international standards for environmental protection, social equity, and economic prosperity. The push to incorporate the UN SDGs into Tobago’s development strategy underscores a commitment to long-term sustainable growth for the island.
