Caribbean Export has launched the fifth Caribbean Investment Forum, saying the October event in Bridgetown will focus on securing investment for 30 bankable investment deals valued at about US$172m ($344).

Hosted by the regional export development agency in partnership with the government and the European Union, the flagship regional investment platform will take place October 5 to 7.

Organisers have called on regional governments, investment promotion agencies, private developers and global capital providers to actively participate in the upcoming October event in Bridgetown to finalise strategic partnerships and secure long-term capital commitments.