Marla Dukharan to headline Public Meeting

CPR Cayman Announces Leading Economist Marla Dukharan as Headline Speaker for 18 March 2025 Public Meeting

 CPR Cayman is pleased to announce that renowned Caribbean economist Marla Dukharan will be the headline speaker at the upcoming CPR Cayman Community Rally, scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2025, in George Town.

As Caymanians prepare for the April 30th referendum on cruise port development, Caribbean economist Marla Dukharan will examine the economic realities of cruise tourism in small island economies, providing insights on cruise visitor spending patterns, tourism trends, and the long-term implications of the cruise sector for the economy. Her analysis aims to equip voters with critical socio-economic data to make informed decisions about Cayman's future, focusing on the evidence rather than the rhetoric. Marla will deliver a data-driven presentation entitled "Beyond the debate and into the data: Cruise tourism in Cayman".
The public meeting will also feature community leaders and environmental expertswho will discuss the broader impact of the cruise port proposal on Cayman’s economy, environment, and way of life.

EVENT DETAILS:

Date: Tuesday 18 March 2025

Time: 6pm

Location: Constitution Hall, George Town
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the event