On April 17, 2025, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court accepted a Statement of Claim related to economic abuse and conspiracy affecting Antigua & Barbuda, totaling $10 billion in damages. However, by September 24, 2025, an amended claim raised this assertion to over $80 billion, emphasizing long-term losses tied to climate issues.
This case, involving high-profile figures such as David Boies and Michael Avenatti, outlines the urgent need for accountability from global banks and corporations implicated in environmental harm. Currently, no liability has been established, but the case is now institutionally visible, shedding light on sovereign rights in the face of climate adversity.
This pivotal stage in the legal proceedings not only underlines the domestic challenges faced by small island nations but also serves as an important reference point for climate sovereignty, where the historical injustices faced by countries like Antigua & Barbuda must be addressed. As the court ventures forward, it is anticipated that the ruling will pave the way for essential conversations around economic justice and environmental sustainability.
