“Don’t Miss Joy-Marie King’s Inspiring Keynote at the Geneva 2025 Summit!”
Joy-Marie King, the esteemed Director of International Trade at Antigua and Barbuda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is set to address the 2025 Winter Geneva Summit. This significant event will gather global leaders, policymakers, and experts to tackle critical international challenges and explore avenues for sustainable development.
As a seasoned diplomat and multilateral negotiator, Joy-Marie King is well-regarded for her outstanding representation of Antigua and Barbuda in both regional and international trade sectors. Her professional journey reflects a deep commitment to promoting her nation’s interests and supporting global development initiatives.
Career Highlights:
- Currently serving as the Director of International Trade within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade & Immigration, she oversees the implementation of the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Acted as the technical lead for Antigua and Barbuda’s inaugural Voluntary National Review (VNR) presentation in 2021.
- Delegated to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), where she plays a vital role on the nation’s WTO Negotiation Team regarding the trade dispute with the United States over “Measures Relating to the Cross-Border Supply of Gaming and Betting Services.”
- Former Economist at the Bank of Jamaica.
Joy-Marie King graduated with honors from the University of the West Indies, earning a Master of Science in International Trade Policy and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with Psychology.
Her broad experience and expertise in trade policy, negotiation, and sustainable development make her a prominent advocate on essential global matters. King’s work highlights the crucial influence of small island states in shaping international trade and development discussions.
Her involvement in the 2025 Winter Geneva Summit emphasizes Antigua and Barbuda’s proactive role in global dialogue surrounding trade, sustainable development, and multilateral collaboration. Attendees can look forward to gaining valuable insights from her extensive knowledge and unwavering commitment to fostering equitable and inclusive growth.
