UN General Assembly
2009

All the same, Grenada is striving to achieve a faster rate of poverty eradication. That goal, however, is hampered by the drop in revenue caused by the economic downturn and by our heavy debt burden, which now stands at 107 per cent of GDP. That is why we add our voice to the call for a review of the criteria for determining middle-income status. For while we welcome efforts to assist highly indebted poor countries, States such as Grenada that are currently referred to as highly indebted middle-income countries deserve special attention. The Government of Grenada favours peace and reconciliation, aspiring to bring people together to work for a common good. From that platform we pursue true partnership for development, beginning with the private sector, trade unions and civil society. Together, then, as one nation, we face the international community. Development is important in its own right. It also serves as a guarantor for peace and security. We urge the United Nations to continue its efforts in peacebuilding and peacekeeping. My country continues