India provides US$1 Million in support to Antigua and Barbuda for CHOGM 2026

Antigua and Barbuda: Antigua and Barbuda received a 1million US dollars financial and logistical assistance package from India for a successful CHOGM.

The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2026 is being organized in Antigua and Barbuda from November 1,2026 to November 4, 2026 and for its successful completion, India has extended its support.

The financial and logistical assistance is worth 1million US dollars. The donation includes 8 Luxury passenger minivans which comprises elite class Mercedes- Benz Sprinter passenger vans being utilized for the commute of foreign heads, VIPs along with international diplomats for their journeys between the summit venues, hotels and the V.C Bird International Airport.

The transport itinerary also includes 15 Police Motorcycles built from premium heavy- duty materials for their rampant usage. These 15 motorcycles will be included in the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda for enhanced support in managing high- speed escort duties, ensuring safety on route cordons and also maintaining traffic control for VIP commutes.

Along with the vehicles and all the financial support, a special training program executed by the High Commission of India for 30 selected officers of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda. The training was centered around VIP Protection, strict international diplomatic protocols along with emergency security management.

The support and assistance of India towards Antigua and Barbuda is very important from the viewpoint of the mutual respect and admiration both the countries have for each-other. This donation of 1 million US dollars along with all the financial and logistical assistance stems from a deep rooted mutual respect and shared bonding both the countries have with each-other.

Formally accepting all the donation and help from India, the Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne stated “tangible demonstration of India’s enduring friendship and its commitment to our success.” Along with helping Antigua and Barbuda in organizing CHOGM, India is also leading its delegations to voice for common issues of both the countries like climate finances, sustainable trade and infrastructure protection