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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, May 02, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has formally entered into an agreement with the Overseas Engineering and Construction Company (OECC), a leading construction company based in the Republic of China (Taiwan), towards the construction of the new climate-smart hospital in the Federation. An Offer and Acceptance Document was signed on Tuesday, May 02, 2024, between Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and the President of the Overseas Engineering and Construction Company (OECC), Mr. Hsiao Yun Yeh (James) The signing was held at the Prime Minister’s Office and signals the commencement…

Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts andNevis, Chair of CARICOM Council on National Security and Law Enforcement (CONSLE) “Addressing Gang Violence and Illicit Firearms Access in the Small Island and Low-Lying Coastal Developing States of the Caribbean.”Meeting To Discuss the Special Security Concerns Of The Small Island And Low-Lying Coastal Developing States Of The Caribbean Excellencies, Permanent Representatives of Member StatesDistinguished Permanent ObserversChair and Vice Chairs of the Committee on Hemispheric Security with particular mention of Colonel Julius Skeete of the Cooperative Republic of GuyanaDistinguished OAS Secretary General Luis Almagro and Assistant Secretary General Nestor MendezEsteemed experts of…

Basseterre, April 30, 2024 – The Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Foreign Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, welcomed Her Excellency Sonya Koppe, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Australia to Saint Kitts and Nevis, for a courtesy call at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting underscored the longstanding friendship and collaborative ties between the two nations. During the courtesy visit, Minister Douglas expressed gratitude for Australia’s unwavering support and its commitment to addressing the unique challenges faced by SIDS, particularly in the areas of climate change adaptation and sustainable development. Foreign Minister Douglas also took the opportunity to highlight…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Probation/Child Justice Officer II. The Probation/Child Justice Officer II will assess, and case manage all reports/referrals of children in conflict with the law. He or she will also assist with the development of new programs and activities based on the trends and patterns of the data collected on this population and their realities. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/SKILLS: WORKING HOURS: Salary: K33-K38 ($64,092-$78,768) per annum Applications must be accompanied…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Child Protection Officer II. The Child Protection Officer II will investigate all reports of child abuse and neglect to protect the rights of children. They will also assist with the development of new programs and activities based on the trends and patterns of the data collected on this population and their realities. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: SPECIALIZED TECHNIQUES/SKILLS: WORKING HOURS: Salary: K33-K38 ($64,092-$78,768) per annum Applications must be accompanied by: …

Washington DC, April 27, 2024 – St. Kitts and Nevis proudly participated in the historic American Sports Council (Consejo Americano del Deporte) CADE Summit of the Americas, held in Washington DC on April 25 and 26. This momentous event brought together 41 member countries of CADE, fostering collaboration and dialogue to advance sport initiatives across the Western Hemisphere. Representing St. Kitts and Nevis at this prestigious gathering were Permanent Secretary Valencia Syder of the Ministry of Sport and the Creative Economy, and Shawn Seabrookes, the Focal Point for the National Sport Policy. Their presence underscored our nation’s commitment to the…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 30, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew welcomed Her Excellency Sonya Koppe, the new High Commissioner of Australia to Saint Kitts and Nevis, as she presented her credentials earlier today. In a cordial meeting, Prime Minister Drew extended warm congratulations to Her Excellency Koppe, emphasizing the importance of bilateral relations between their nations.“I extend my warmest congratulations to you. Your appointment signals a new chapter in the relationship between our nations, and I am confident that your tenure will further fortify the bonds of cooperation and goodwill between Australia…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, April 30, 2024 (SKNIS) – In an effort to maintain the authenticity of the Kittitian experience and to further protect the reputation of St. Kitts and Nevis as a premier tourist destination, the Ministry of Tourism is pursuing new policy initiatives aimed at eliminating the sale of counterfeit merchandise at the ports of entry. Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Marsha Henderson, during the ministry’s press conference on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, said that the new policy initiatives will target merchandise such as counterfeit jewellery, alcohol and fabric. “It is imperative to…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 30, 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 Thursday, May 02, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given. Six Bills will receive their first reading, while two others are slated for second reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will seek leave to introduce and have…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, April 30, 2024 [Ministry of Health] — The Ministry of Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Curtis Martin as the Acting Permanent Secretary. This decision comes after careful consideration by the Ministry’s leadership and was announced by the Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Dr. Terrance Drew earlier today at an extraordinary meeting of the ministry’s leadership team. Mr. Martin’s appointment as acting permanent secretary will ensure the continuous and effective operation of the Ministry’s initiatives and responsibilities. Mr. Martin, who most recently has been serving as an advisor in the Prime…