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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 16, 2024 (SKNIS) – On Monday, December 16, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, announced a suite of economic relief measures as part of his government’s comprehensive strategy to cushion the financial impact caused by the “hurricane of global inflation”. Among the measures announced during the Budget Address in the National Assembly was the “Budget Boost Wallet” initiative. This innovative initiative will provide direct financial relief to eligible individuals earning EC $5,000 or less per month, by offering EC $250 per month for the first six months of 2025. “Everyone…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (December 16, 2024) – Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, announced during the 2025 Budget Address delivered on Monday, December 16, 2024, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis’ bold commitment to strengthening border security and enhancing travel facilitation with the implementation of an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) System. Set to roll out in the fiscal year 2025, the eTA system is a modern, digital solution designed to provide pre-arrival authorisation for travellers seeking entry into St. Kitts and Nevis through designated ports. This initiative not only reflects the government’s dedication…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 16, 2024 (SKNIS): During the 2025 Budget Address on Monday, December 16, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing education and workforce training through strategic investments in digital transformation and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). Speaking in the National Assembly, Prime Minister Drew outlined significant upgrades planned for the Advanced Vocational Education Centre (AVEC), with a focus on integrating cutting-edge technology into its training programmes. “The 2025 Budget will facilitate significant upgrades at AVEC, including the integration of immersive simulators such as a…

Saint Kitts and Nevis, December 16, 2024 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is delighted to announce the successful completion of management agreements between Solidus Corp, the project developer, and Marriott International, Inc. to build The St. Kitts Ritz-Carlton Resort Hotel and Residences. This milestone paves the way for the prestigious The Ritz-Carlton brand to come to the island, set to elevate the destination’s luxury hospitality offerings. The Ritz-Carlton is renowned for providing distinctive luxury and legendary service around the world, and this monumental development signals a new chapter in St. Kitts’ evolution as a premier luxury destination…

United Nations, NY – 13 December 2024 – A delegation of UN ambassadors from Taiwan’s allies visited Taiwan last week. The four member group led by Ambassador Ilana Seid of Palau, comprised of Ambassador Mutryce Williams of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Ambassador Menissa Rambally of Saint Lucia, Ambassador Tapugao Falefou of Tuvalu. Taiwan’s Director General Tom Chih-Chiang Lee of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York also joined the delegation. During their six-day visit, the ambassadors gained insights into Taiwan’s political and economic developments and learned about its strengths in digital technology, smart cities, sustainable development, and public…

United Nations, NY – 13 December 2024 – Ms. Tricia Greaux, of St. Kitts and Nevis, is the first national to participate in the United Nations Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea – Nippon Foundation Strategic Needs Fellowship. The fellowship consists of a four-month training programme at the Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea, (DOALOS), Office of Legal Affairs of the United Nations Secretariat. Ms. Tricia Greaux is currently appointed to the position of Marine Management Area and Habitat Monitoring Officer at the Department of Marine Resources. The fellowship which has a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 13, 2024 (SKNIS): Ground was symbolically broken in Stapleton, St. Peter’s on Friday, December 13, 2024, as the government’s revolutionary housing programme expands.The site at Stapleton will accommodate 26 homes featuring single, two and three-bedroom options. The homes are part of the climate-smart home initiative being constructed by East Coast Housing Development Ltd. The National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a key partner in the housing programme, as well as the Ministry of Sustainable Development, which is allocating lands in communities across St. Kitts for the houses to be situated on. At the ground-breaking ceremony, Dirck Singh, Director,…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 13, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Monday, December 16, 2024, where the Annual Financial Statement and Budgetary Proposals for 2025 will be presented. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, Dr. Terrance Drew will seek leave to introduce and have read a first time The Appropriation (2025) Bill, 2024. The Honourable Prime Minister will then move the second reading of The Appropriation (2025) Bill, 2024, commonly referred to as the Budget…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 13, 2024 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce the temporary opening of Princes Street (opposite Government Headquarters) to vehicular traffic from Monday, December 16, 2024, to Sunday, January 12, 2025. This adjustment has been made to ease congestion and improve accessibility for motorists and pedestrians during the Carnival season. We encourage all road users to exercise caution while navigating this area and thank you for your cooperation as we work to enhance your festive experience. -30-

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, December 13, 2024 (PMO) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce significant progress on the development of the new JNF Smart Hospital, which is set to begin construction in the first quarter of 2025. This state-of-the-art healthcare facility, located at West Farm, will be a key milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to modernize and strengthen its healthcare system, offering the latest technology and infrastructure to meet the needs of its citizens. Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, visited the site recently, where he expressed his…