ALBA-TCP honours the legacy of Maurice Bishop

On May 29 ALBA-TCP (the Bolivarian Alliance for the Peoples of Our America – Peoples' Trade Treaty) issued a statement honouring Maurice Bishop's legacy of struggle and change in Grenada:

On May 29, 1944, Maurice Bishop was born, a charismatic leader who would become a central figure in the political history of Grenada.

From an early age, Bishop demonstrated a deep commitment to social justice and national independence, shaped by the colonial context in which he was raised.

Bishop was one of the founding members of The New Jewel Movement and later of the Grenada Labour Party. In 1979, he led a revolution that overthrew the authoritarian government of Eric Gairy, establishing a revolutionary government that implemented sweeping social and economic reforms.

His administration prioritized education, healthcare, and social equality, aiming to empower the most disadvantaged sectors of society.

The alliance with Cuba and the Soviet Union led to mounting tensions with the United States and other Western nations. In 1983, following a coup d’état, Maurice Bishop was arrested and later assassinated by opposition forces backed by U.S. imperialism. His death marked a turning point in Grenadian history.

Today, Maurice Bishop’s legacy is remembered by many as a symbol of resistance and the struggle for self-determination. His birthday is commemorated annually as a reminder of the enduring aspiration for freedom and social justice among the people of Grenada and the Caribbean.