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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 05, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to make meaningful changes to the Federation’s legislative framework, bringing it even more in line with best international practices that speak to the ongoing efforts in combating illicit actions such as money laundering and terrorist financing. This was further evidenced during the sitting of the National Assembly on Friday, July 05, 2024, when the Foundations (Amendment) Bill 2024, and the Limited Partnerships (Amendment) Bill 2024, were debated and passed. Both pieces of legislation were championed by Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, who…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 05, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Garth Wilkin, Attorney General (AG) and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, supported the Limited Partnerships (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which was successfully passed in the Federal Parliament on Friday, July 05, 2024. Moved by the Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, the Bill had its first reading on June 14, 2024. AG Wilkin said this legislative milestone marks a significant step towards enhancing transparency and compliance within St. Kitts and Nevis’s financial framework. According to the attorney general, the Bill aims to amend the Limited Partnership Act to align with…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – In an inspiring celebration of solidarity and resilience, the theme for the 41st Anniversary of Independence for St. Kitts and Nevis has been revealed: “Together, a People, Proud and Strong: Independence 41.” This dynamic and unifying theme, crafted by Vincia Alexander of Lime Kiln Project Extension, St. Kitts, was selected from over 200 outstanding entries in this year’s Independence Theme Competition. The announcement was made by Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, The Honourable Dr Terrance M. Drew, during the July 5th 2024 Sitting of the National Assembly. Expressing his enthusiasm, Prime Minister Drew stated,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July04, 2024 (SKNIS): Recent legislative moves to enhance citizen security by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis led to stiffer penalties for possession and the use of illegal firearms, as well as crimes against the person, which covers shooting and non-shooting incidences. On Wednesday’s (July 03, 2024) edition of the radio and television programme InFocus, Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Adlai Smith, welcomed the changes as they fall under the umbrella of criminal justice reform. However, he urged citizens to step forward to help law enforcement. “Parliament can pass all the laws it wants but unless the…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 3 July 2024): In a brief but significant ceremony held on Friday June 28th 2024, the Department of Marine Resources (DMR) and the Department of Maritime Affairs (DMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This MOU aims to strengthen our fight against Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing and to highlight our commitment to reviving our High Seas fishing fleet. Additionally, the signing of this MOU marks a significant stride towards demonstrating to the EU Commission our serious commitment to combating IUU fishing. The Department of Marine Resources expressed gratitude to the Food and Agriculture Organization…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 03, 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 Friday, July 05, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given. One Bill will receive its first reading, while four 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 Attorney General and Minister responsible for Justice and Legal Affairs, Garth Wilkin, will seek leave to introduce and have read a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts. 2 July 2024 – The Ministry of Information, Communications, Technology (ICT) in collaboration with the Republic of China (Taiwan) held a dynamic stakeholder consultation for the Digital Identity Authentication Project held at the CUNA Building at Fortlands on Wednesday 26 June 2024. The aim of the project is to develop a Digital Identity Authentication system with the identify card (e-ID) to provide citizens and residents with a secure and reliable means of identifying themselves digitally as well as physically. This initiative is sponsored by the Taiwanese Government and the project commenced in 2023 through the Taiwan ICDF…