Local businesses wishing to scale their businesses are being encouraged to apply for the 19th Annual Saint Lucia–Taiwan Partnership Trade Show scheduled for November 6 to 8, 2026 at the Pavilion on the Ramp in Rodney Bay.
This annual event provides a platform for entrepreneurs, manufacturers, agro-processors, artisans, service providers and other businesses to showcase their products and services alongside international innovative technologies and solutions.
This year’s Trade Show will be held under the theme, “From Local to Global: Innovate Today, Sustain Tomorrow,” highlighting the importance of innovation, sustainability and competitiveness in helping local enterprises access regional and international markets. The exhibition offers participants an opportunity to increase brand visibility, launch new products and services, generate sales, network with fellow entrepreneurs and build relationships with local, regional and international business partners.
Businesses from all sectors are invited to apply, most especially enterprises demonstrating innovation, sustainable business practices, product development, value addition and the integration of technology into their operations.
Application forms may be downloaded from the Department of Commerce website at commerce.gov.lc and submitted electronically to candi@govt.lc. Application forms may also be collected from the Department of Commerce offices in Castries and Vieux Fort, as well as the Consumer Affairs Department. Completed physical applications are to be be submitted delivered to the designated collection points.
The application deadline is Wednesday, August 12, 2026. All submissions will be reviewed by the Department of Commerce, with successful applicants expected to be notified by Friday, September 4, 2026. For further information, interested businesses may contact the Department of Commerce via telephone at 468-4283, via WhatsApp at 286-3264, or by email at candi@govt.lc.