Caricom Intel

09/10/2026

Great initiative to make the region a safer place

09/10/2026

On 7th October 2026, Minister of Natural Resources, Hon. Vickram Bharrat, represented Guyana, the Caribbean and Latin America on the first board meeting of the 68th Board of the Extractive Industries and Transparency Initiative (EITI) of which he will be a member for the board term 2026-2029.

EITI is an international body that monitors and manages the accountability of natural resources of its member countries by ensuring that those countries disclose and maintain transparency of the extractive industries.

02/10/2026

STATEMENT BY CARICOM INTEL ON ALLEGATIONS MADE AGAINST DEPUTY COMMISSIONER FIZAL KARIMBAKSH

CARICOM Intel firmly supports the fundamental principle of the presumption of innocence and the right of every person to due process under the law.

We have taken note of the serious allegations recently made against Deputy Commissioner of Police Fizal Karimbaksh. Given the gravity of these allegations and the senior position held by the officer concerned, we believe that the matter requires a thorough, independent and impartial investigation in which the rights and interests of all parties are respected.

We therefore respectfully urge His Excellency President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali and the relevant authorities of Guyana to ensure that all available facts and evidence are carefully examined before conclusions are reached or irreversible decisions are taken.

Public concern and scrutiny are understandable in matters of this nature. However, neither social-media commentary nor political pressure should substitute for a fair and evidence-based investigative process.

CARICOM Intel believes that investigators should be permitted to follow the evidence wherever it leads. Any suggestion that there may be ulterior motives, internal conflicts or other circumstances surrounding the allegations should likewise be examined objectively rather than assumed to be fact.

An independent and impartial investigation would help safeguard the integrity of the process, protect the rights of the complainant, ensure fairness to Deputy Commissioner Karimbaksh and strengthen public confidence in the eventual findings.

If credible evidence establishes wrongdoing, the appropriate legal and disciplinary processes should follow without fear, favour or political interference. Equally, no individual should be condemned solely on the basis of allegations before those allegations have been properly investigated.

No one should be above the law, regardless of rank or position. At the same time, no one should be denied the protection of due process and the presumption of innocence.

CARICOM Intel therefore calls for fairness, transparency, independence and respect for the rule of law as this matter proceeds.

CARICOM INTEL
Committed to Justice, Accountability and the Rule of Law

27/09/2026

Congratulations
Well deserved

INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE

CENTRAL AMERICA INTELLIGENCE NETWORKING (CAIN)

26 September 2026

The Central America Intelligence Networking (CAIN) was formally constituted on 26 September 2026, bringing together private intelligence and investigative agencies representing each of the seven Central American countries.

As part of CAIN’s commitment to expanding professional intelligence cooperation and strengthening regional networking, Mr. Robert Gates of Central Advisory & Investigative Services Inc. was invited to participate in the organization’s election process.

Following the election of office bearers, members unanimously selected Mr. Robert Gates to serve as Coordinator of Intelligence Networking for the Caribbean and South America.

In support of his responsibilities, Mr. Gates proposed the following individuals to form part of his regional support team, which was accepted:

* Dr. Elber Borrego – Spanish Intelligence Translator
* Mr. Alvin Singh, Retired U.S. Army Officer – Security Advisor
* Ms. Denise Griffith, Retired Superintendent of Police – Security Consultant
* Mr. Devanand Indar – Logistics
* Mr. Urel Waithe – Field Assistant
* Mr. Eon Grannum – Field Assistant

CAIN believes that Guyana, the wider Caribbean, South America, Central America and neighbouring regions can benefit significantly from this initiative through enhanced professional networking and the responsible exchange of intelligence concerning organized crime, human trafficking, drug trafficking and other transnational security threats.

Mr. Gates has also been authorized by CAIN to identify and screen suitable individuals from CARICOM and South American countries for consideration as participants in the wider intelligence network. Such participation is intended to strengthen cooperation, information-sharing and professional relationships across jurisdictions.

CAIN recognizes the importance of ensuring that all intelligence activities and information-sharing arrangements are conducted responsibly and in accordance with applicable national laws, professional standards and confidentiality requirements.

The Central America Intelligence Networking extends its best wishes to Mr. Robert Gates, whom members regard as a knowledgeable and experienced intelligence coordinator, and to his supporting team as they undertake their respective responsibilities.

CAIN looks forward to strengthening cooperation among legitimate private intelligence and investigative professionals and contributing, within the appropriate legal frameworks, to collective efforts aimed at combating transnational organized crime and promoting a safer and more secure region.

CENTRAL AMERICA INTELLIGENCE NETWORKING (CAIN)
Regional Intelligence Cooperation • Professional Networking • Security Collaboration

20/09/2026

CENTRAL AMERICA INTELLIGENCE NETWORKING (CAIN)

PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT AND OPERATIONAL FRAMEWORK

INTRODUCTION

The Central America Intelligence Networking (CAIN) is a proposed regional professional network developed through discussions between Central Advisory & Investigative Services Inc. and private intelligence, investigation and security professionals operating within Central America.

CAIN is intended to establish a trusted professional platform linking reputable private investigation, criminal intelligence and security organizations throughout Central America, CARICOM and South America.

Recognizing that organized and transnational criminal activities frequently extend beyond national borders, CAIN seeks to strengthen lawful cooperation, professional networking, responsible information sharing and security awareness among participating organizations.

CAIN will operate as a professional networking body and will not seek to exercise the statutory powers or responsibilities reserved for national law-enforcement, intelligence or security agencies.

VISION

To develop a trusted and professional regional intelligence and security network that strengthens cooperation among private intelligence, investigation and security organizations across Central America, CARICOM and South America.

MISSION

To facilitate lawful and responsible criminal-intelligence and security networking among participating organizations while promoting professionalism, confidentiality, integrity and cooperation in addressing organized and transnational criminal threats.

CORE OBJECTIVES

CAIN proposes to:

1. Establish a reliable network among reputable private investigation, intelligence and security organizations throughout the participating regions.
2. Facilitate the lawful exchange of relevant criminal intelligence and security information among authorized members.
3. Strengthen awareness of emerging organized and transnational criminal threats.
4. Encourage cooperation on matters involving cross-border criminal activity where participating organizations can lawfully assist.
5. Develop professional relationships with appropriate regional and international law-enforcement and security institutions where permitted and appropriate.
6. Promote professional training, intelligence awareness, security best practices and capacity building among members.
7. Encourage responsible referral of relevant intelligence to competent authorities where information concerns serious criminal activity or threats to public safety.

AREAS OF FOCUS

The Network’s areas of interest may include:

* Organized and transnational crime
* Drug trafficking and associated criminal networks
* Human trafficking and migrant smuggling
* Money laundering, fraud and other financial crimes
* Cybercrime and technology-enabled criminal activity
* Arms trafficking and illicit cross-border activity
* Criminal organizations operating across multiple jurisdictions
* Security threats and risk assessments
* Missing persons and serious investigations requiring lawful cross-border cooperation
* Emerging regional security concerns
* Professional intelligence and security training

PROPOSED MEMBERSHIP

Membership should be open to appropriately vetted and reputable private investigation, intelligence and security organizations and qualified professionals operating within Central America, CARICOM and South America.

Prospective members should demonstrate professional credibility, lawful standing and a commitment to CAIN’s principles of confidentiality, integrity and responsible information handling.

Membership should not confer law-enforcement authority or governmental status upon any individual or organization.

PROPOSED ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Subject to agreement among the founding members, CAIN may establish:

Executive Director/Chairperson – Provides overall strategic leadership and representation.

Deputy Chairperson – Supports the Chairperson and assists with regional coordination.

Regional Coordinators – Facilitate communication among participating organizations within Central America, CARICOM and South America.

Secretary/Administrative Coordinator – Maintains official records, correspondence and administrative matters.

Intelligence & Security Coordination Committee – Provides a professional forum for assessing relevant regional trends and coordinating lawful information sharing.

Additional positions or committees may be established as the Network develops.

CONFIDENTIALITY AND INFORMATION SHARING

Confidentiality should be fundamental to CAIN’s operations.

Information shared through the Network should be lawfully obtained and handled according to applicable national laws, privacy and data-protection requirements, contractual obligations and agreed CAIN protocols.

Sensitive information should be restricted to authorized recipients with a legitimate need to know.

Members should take reasonable measures to protect confidential information, intelligence sources and sensitive operational information from unauthorized disclosure.

Information indicating serious criminal activity or an immediate threat to public safety should, where appropriate, be referred to the competent authorities in accordance with applicable law.

CODE OF ETHICS

Members of CAIN should commit themselves to:

Integrity – Acting honestly and professionally.

Legality – Conducting activities within applicable laws and regulations.

Confidentiality – Protecting sensitive information entrusted to the Network.

Accountability – Accepting responsibility for professional conduct and information handling.

Respect – Respecting the sovereignty, laws and institutions of participating countries.

Professionalism – Maintaining high standards of intelligence, investigation and security practice.

Non-interference – Avoiding activities that improperly interfere with official law-enforcement, intelligence or judicial processes.

REGIONAL COOPERATION

CAIN recognizes that effective responses to transnational criminal threats depend upon cooperation and trusted relationships.

The Network will therefore seek to strengthen professional links among participating organizations in Central America, CARICOM and South America, while encouraging appropriate liaison with competent national, regional and international authorities.

Such cooperation should always be conducted within applicable legal and regulatory frameworks.

ROLE OF CENTRAL ADVISORY & INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES INC.

Central Advisory & Investigative Services Inc. will participate as one of the organizations supporting the establishment and development of CAIN.

Central Advisory will contribute its experience in private investigation, criminal intelligence, security networking and professional liaison while working collaboratively with the other founding members to develop CAIN’s structure, standards and regional relationships.

PROPOSED MOTTO

“Connecting Intelligence. Strengthening Security. Protecting Our Region.”

CONCLUSION

The establishment of Central America Intelligence Networking (CAIN) represents an opportunity to develop stronger professional relationships among legitimate private intelligence, investigation and security practitioners across the region.

Through lawful cooperation, responsible information sharing, confidentiality and mutual respect, CAIN aims to contribute to improved awareness of organized and transnational criminal threats and to support broader efforts toward regional security.