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Basseterre: St. Kitts, Thursday, June 27 , 2024. The Irish Town Primary School has been officially renamed the Halliday-Smith Primary School. The renaming ceremony, held on Wednesday, June, 26, marked a historic milestone in the school’s long and distinguished history. The decision to rename the school honours two influential figures that served at the school: Mrs. Maizee Halliday, a pioneering educator and past principal, and the late Mrs. Sylvia Smith, a beacon and a dedicated past teacher. Minister of Education, Hon. Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, expressed “Today, as we rename this school in their honour, we pay tribute to their legacy.…

Taipei, Taiwan, June 26, 2024 (SKNIS): Continuing his official State Visit to the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, along with his delegation, visited the Overseas Investment & Development Corporation (OIDC), the parent company of China Engineering Consultants, Inc. (CECI), on the morning of Wednesday, June 26, 2024. Jeff Chung, President of OIDC, warmly welcomed Dr. Drew and his delegation. He discussed opportunities to expand OIDC’s services to St. Kitts and Nevis, expressing the company’s commitment to ensuring the successful completion of projects and looking forward to a smooth and…

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Wednesday, June 26, 2024: The 2nd Bi – Annual OECS PEARL Progress Review Meeting opened Tuesday, June 25 at the Royal St. Kitts Hotel focused on the commitment of member states to the transformation of education within the diaspora. The three-day meeting was preceded with a brief ceremony attended by Educational Officials from Anguilla, Antigua, and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Montserrat, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Mrs. Lisa-Romayne Archibald – Pistana, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education (St. Kitts and Nevis) in opening remarks expressed how vitally important the OECS…

The Regional Integration and Diaspora Unit, in the Prime Minister’s Office, is delighted to share the third issue of the Saint Kitts and Nevis Diaspora Digest which focuses on the topics of investment and technology for economic growth and social development. The link to the publication is riduskn.qrplanet.com/jpt89v . Additionally, if you by chance missed any of the past issues feel free to read them at riduskn.qrplanet.com/uis3a7 (Vol.1 Issue 1) and riduskn.qrplanet.com/r3ijhz (Vol. 1 Issue 2).

Taipei, Taiwan, June 26, 2024 (SKNIS): During his official State Visit to the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, visited China Engineering Consultants, Inc. (CECI) on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, for a series of strategic discussions. The discussions with CECI focused on several critical sectors, including renewable energy, climate-smart healthcare, and the development of air and sea ports. The talks also explored broader infrastructure initiatives and potential collaborative projects to further enhance the partnership between St. Kitts and Nevis and CECI. Dr. Drew and his delegation were presented with an…

Kaohsiung, Taiwan, June 25, 2024 (SKNIS): Following the historic signing of the sister-city agreement between Basseterre City in St. Kitts and Nevis and Kaohsiung City in the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, took the opportunity to engage with nationals who are currently studying in Kaohsiung. Prime Minister Dr. Drew met with the students to learn about their experiences and how they are coping with their studies and life in Kaohsiung. The interaction provided a platform for the students to share their academic and personal journeys, discussing both the challenges and triumphs they have encountered.…

Kaohsiung, Taiwan, June 25, 2024 (SKNIS): In a historic move to strengthen ties and foster collaboration, Basseterre City in St. Kitts and Nevis and Kaohsiung City in the Republic of China (Taiwan) have signed an agreement to become sister cities. The signing ceremony took place in the vibrant and technologically advanced city of Kaohsiung on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The sister-city agreement is designed to promote mutual understanding and cooperation across various fields such as culture, education, business, healthcare, and technology. By leveraging each city’s strengths, the partnership aims to foster economic growth, cultural exchange, and innovative development. The Honourable…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 25, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Federal Cabinet of Ministers has approved a temporary concession on air-cooling devices from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. During this period, no taxes will be charged on eligible air-cooling devices. As climate change continues to cause unusually high temperatures, the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party Administration aims to provide relief. Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted the health risks posed by extreme heat, especially for the elderly and young children. “High temperatures in our homes, schools, and workplaces are a serious health concern,” said Prime…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 25, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Federal Cabinet of Ministers has approved a temporary tax relief on school supplies from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. During this period, no taxes will be charged on eligible school supplies. Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew stated, “This initiative aims to support families and students by making essential school supplies more affordable. We are committed to investing in our children’s education and easing the financial burden on parents.” From July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, exemptions from Import Duty, Value Added Tax (VAT),…