CARICOM Day is observed in Guyana on the first Monday in July, commemorating the establishment of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on July 4, 1973. This holiday is celebrated not only in Guyana but also in other member countries of CARICOM. The day marks the signing of the Treaty of Chaguaramas, which regulates relations within the community and was initially signed by representatives from Barbados, Jamaica, Guyana, and Trinidad and Tobago. Over the years, CARICOM has expanded to include additional countries, becoming a multilingual community with the inclusion of Dutch-speaking Suriname and French-speaking Haiti. The headquarters of CARICOM is located in Georgetown, Guyana, making it a significant location for the celebration. The day serves as a reminder of the community's goals of coordinating economic policies and development planning among its member states.