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Prime Minister Drew Calls for Urgent Action on Regional Energy Security at OECS Energy Ministers Meeting

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February 4, 2025
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Prime Minister Drew Calls for Urgent Action on Regional Energy Security at OECS Energy Ministers Meeting
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Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 4, 2025 (PMO)– Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr.
Terrance Drew, has issued a clarion call for bold action and decisive implementation in the region’s
transition to sustainable energy. Speaking at the Opening Ceremony of the Third Council of OECS
Energy Ministers Meeting today, February 4th, 2025, held in the Federation, Dr. Drew emphasized
the critical need for energy security, investment in renewable resources, and regional integration to
drive economic transformation.

Delivering a powerful address under the theme “Sustainable Energy: Creating Opportunities for
Reinventing the Economy of the OECS,” the Prime Minister made it clear that energy is not just a
sector but an economic enabler—one that can redefine the trajectory of the OECS nations.
“Energy security is not a luxury; it is a necessity. Reducing our dependence on imported energy
sources is an economic imperative that will stabilize costs, protect our economies from external
shocks, and provide affordable, reliable electricity for our people.”

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Dr. Drew highlighted the urgent need to move beyond discussions and into full-scale
implementation of renewable energy projects, stressing that financing remains one of the biggest
challenges. He called for increased access to concessional financing, public-private partnerships,
and innovative funding mechanisms such as green bonds and blended finance models to accelerate
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“The road to economic resilience in the OECS is paved with clean energy solutions. A robust green
energy sector presents boundless opportunities for job creation, investment attraction, and
technological advancement,” The Prime Minister said.

He also pointed to regional integration as a game-changer, advocating for collaborative projects
such as interconnection grids and submarine energy cables to facilitate electricity trade between
OECS nations. He encouraged member states to adopt successful models, such as geothermal
advancements in Guadeloupe and Martinique, and to expand initiatives like the Eastern Caribbean
Solar Challenge to boost solar energy adoption. “This meeting must not be just another
conversation—it must be a platform for decisive action. Our citizens are looking to us to deliver on
the promise of a sustainable energy future.”

Prime Minister Drew reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of St. Kitts and Nevis to regional
energy collaboration, stressing that with strong leadership, policy direction, and strategic action, the
OECS can achieve energy independence and long-term economic resilience.
As the Energy Ministers’ Meeting progresses, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis remains
committed to driving the regional energy agenda forward, ensuring that decisions made translate
into tangible benefits for all OECS citizens.

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