ICTP 394: Technology as an export, the Caribbean region's new economic pillar, with Vashti Maharaj of the Commonwealth Secretariat

For decades, exports in the Caribbean meant sugar, bauxite, or tourism. But as countries recognise the need for greater economic diversification and resilience, more substantial inroads must be made in the technology exports sector, which can also bolster countries' economic development. We revisit a conversation we had in 2024 with Vashti Maharaj, the Adviser, Digital Trade Policy, of the Commonwealth Secretariat, in which we discussed, among other things: * defining the concept of technology as an export; * factors hindering the growth of the technology export sector in the region; * important trade agreements that can benefit Caribbean technology exporters; and * advice she would give to a Caribbean tech entrepreneur looking to expand internationally. The episode, show notes and links to some of the things mentioned during the episode can be found on the ICT Pulse Podcast Page ( Enjoyed the episode? Do rate the show and leave us a review! Also, connect with us on: Facebook – Instagram – Twitter – LinkedIn – Join our mailing list: Music credit: The Last Word (Oui Ma Chérie), by Andy Narrell Podcast editing support: Mayra Bonilla Lopez ---------------

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This episode was published on Apr 8, 2026.

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