Caribbean heads of government and political leaders have extended congratulations to Prime Minister Gaston Browne following the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party's (ABLP) decisive victory in Thursday's general elections, according to Antigua News Room.
Among the first to respond was Dominican Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit, who described the outcome as "a resounding vote of confidence" from the Antiguan and Barbudan people.
"On behalf of the Government and people of Dominica, I extend warm congratulations to my friend and comrade, Prime Minister Gaston Browne, on his commanding victory," Skerrit said.
Skerrit noted that the result returns Browne and the ABLP to office for a fourth consecutive term. He added that Dominica looks forward to deepening its partnership with Antigua and Barbuda in pursuit of shared regional priorities. "We in Dominica look forward to strengthening our partnership with Prime Minister Browne and his Government in pursuit of shared regional priorities and the well-being of our people," he said.
Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley also issued a statement, congratulating Browne on what she described as a renewed mandate. "The result reflects the decision of the Antiguan and Barbudan people and the responsibility now entrusted to Prime Minister Browne to continue guiding the country with purpose, steadiness, and a clear commitment to national development," Mottley said.
Mottley affirmed that Barbados values its longstanding relationship with Antigua and Barbuda and looks forward to continued collaboration through CARICOM and beyond. "Across our Caribbean family, every democratic exercise carries meaning beyond the moment… leadership in small island states is never only about office, but about service," she said.
Trinidad and Tobago Opposition Leader Penny Beckles also offered congratulations, referring to Browne as "my brother" and reaffirming her commitment to regional unity. "We look forward to continued collaboration in the spirit of Caribbean unity and partnership, and reaffirm our commitment to strengthening ties between our nations," Beckles said.
The wave of regional responses follows Browne's securing of a historic fourth consecutive term in office, further consolidating his standing within Caribbean political leadership. The statements also signal broad expectations of continued cooperation on shared priorities, including economic development, regional integration, and collective representation within CARICOM.
