The University of the West IndiesRichards, Ken (anchor)Crosskill, Hugh (correspondent)Laurent, Edwin (interviewee)Ransome, Debbie (correspondent)Morris, Chris (correspondent)Dausa, Rafael (interviewee)Donnelly, Brian (interviewee)Gray, William (interviewee)2013-09-062013-09-061995-09-21CAR1889https://hdl.handle.net/2139/17236This report highlights the US plans to challenge the European Union (EU) banana regime at the World Trade Organization (WTO). The US decided to press ahead with its challenge although Caribbean leaders have consistently asked the US to rethink its opposition to the regime. In London, banana distributor Geest releases their interim figures which shows an increase in operating profit as they hold a series of consultations with companies interested in taking over its banana business. The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly approved the bill aimed at blocking foreign investments in Cuba. Meanwhile, Cuba Foreign Affairs official Rafael Dausa states that Cuba's investment thrust will continue despite US legislation. America's anti-drug efforts in the Caribbean was defended by Trinidad-based US Ambassador Brian Donnelly. Donnelly states that his government is pursuing a multi-layered strategy against illegal drugs. In Port-of-Spain, high level talks are due between the Secretary-General of the ACS, Simon Molina Duarte and Trinidad Government Ministers. One major hurdle is the question of funding for the ACS Secretariat. As the Caribbean region has experienced a very active 1995 hurricane season, Dr. William Gray, Colorado State University, Department of Atmospheric Science, explains how he was able to predict this hectic hurricane season.1. Headlines with Ken Richards (00:00-00:29)2. The United States plans to challenge the European Union banana regime at the WTO (00:30-04:00)3. Banana distributor, Geest releases their interim figures which shows an operating profit as they hold a series of takeover negotiations (04:01-06:21)4. The US House of Representatives passes an anti-Cuba bill by an overwhelming majority (06:22-10:35)5. US Ambassador defends America's involvement in the region's marijuana eradication efforts (10:36-12:35)6. High level talks between the ACS Secretary-General and Ministers of the Government of Trinidad and Tobago are due in Port-of-Spain (12:36-13:00)7. Dr. William Gray comments on the seasonal hurricane forecasts for the Caribbean region (13:01-14:45)8. Recap of top stories (14:46-15:10)Stereo 192 bit rate MP3;44,100 Mega bits;16 bit15 min. 10 sec.Sound, mp3enCopyright British Broadcasting CorporationBanana trade -- European Union countriesEuropean Union countries -- Commercial policyUnited States -- Commerce -- European Union countriesEuropean Union countries -- Commerce -- United StatesBanana trade -- Caribbean AreaInternational business enterprises -- ManagementConsolidation and merger of corporationsEconomic sanctions, American -- CubaUnited States -- Economic policy -- Political aspectsInvestments -- Law and legislation -- United StatesInvestments, Foreign -- CubaTrade regulationMarijuana -- Government policy -- United StatesDrug control -- United StatesDrug traffic -- Caribbean AreaRegionalism -- Caribbean AreaRegionalism (International organization)Hurricanes -- Caribbean Area -- ForecastingWeather forecastingWorld Trade Organization -- Rules and practiceAssociation of Caribbean States -- FinanceRecording, oralAccess to this collection is available on site at the Main Library, Mona Campus (main.library@uwimona.edu.jm), Jamaica and The Alma Jordan Library (wimail@sta.uwi.edu), St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago.