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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 17, 2023 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) has introduced three new technical regulations, recently published in the Gazette, aimed at bringing about positive changes in the dynamics of product transactions within the nation. The three regulations include the Packaged Water Regulation, the Labelling of Goods Regulation, and the Labelling of Pre-Packaged Foods Regulation. “These regulations, now in effect, apply to all packaged water, general goods, and prepackaged food within the jurisdiction of St. Kitts and Nevis,” said Mr. Jermine Mike, Deputy Director of the SKNBS. “The reach of these guidelines extends…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 17, 2023 (SKNBS): In a significant move toward ensuring vehicle safety and consumer protection, EAA Ltd is set to visit the Federation in 2024. Their mission involves conducting a comprehensive needs assessment at all vehicle inspection facilities within the Federation. Inspection shops meeting minimum requirements will be equipped with base equipment to ensure vehicles are inspected at a standardized level locally.EAA Ltd is a globally recognized firm that possesses substantial knowledge in the field of motor vehicle inspection. Utilizing advanced technology, they guarantee top-notch and streamlined inspection services, with strategically positioned facilities at key ports in Japan, such…

The Anti-Narcotics Unit (ANU) of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) have recovered suspected drug contraband and another illegal weapon. The firearm and contraband recoveries took place between 12AM and 4AM on November 16th, 2023.  During the routine search of an abandoned building in the McKnight area, the officers recovered one (1) Glock 21gen4 .45 auto pistol with one (1) loaded magazine of three (3) hollow point .45 rounds, and ten (10) ball point .45 rounds of ammunition.  While searching another abandoned building in the McKnight area, the officers also recovered one (1) large transparent zip-lock bag…

The Police have charged two males in connection with a robbery that was committed at Fort Tyson Rise, Frigate Bay, St. Kitts, on November 11th, 2023.  Joselo Nunez Pie of Infirmary Road, St. Johnston’s Village, St. Kitts, was charged for the offence of Aggravated Robbery. Mr. Pie was issued two copies of his charge; one in his native language of Spanish, and the other in English. Jonathan Rawlins of Herbert Street, Newtown, St. Kitts, was also charged for the offence of Aggravated Robbery and issued a copy of his charge. Both males were charged at the Basseterre Police Station on…

On November 3rd, 2023, the Joint Security Operations Tactical Team (JSOTT) of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) recovered an illegal firearm onSt. Kitts.  Between 10PM and 11PM, the search of an empty lot in the Ottley’s area led to the recovery of (1) Mac 11 with three (3) rounds and one (1) M&P 40 with seven (7) matching rounds. The Crime Scene Unit (CSU) processed the scene and the contraband was taken into custody. To date, no one has been held accountable for the find.  The general public will be kept abreast of key developments in…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, November 16, 2023, (Press Secretary, PMO) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, participated alongside fellow CARICOM leaders in the CARICOM-Saudi Arabia Summit held in Riyadh on Thursday, November 16, 2023. The summit featured a significant Investment Roundtable, where CARICOM leaders engaged with the Saudi Arabian Minister of Investment, His Excellency Minister Khalid A. Al-Falih, and representatives from the private sector. This platform provided a unique opportunity for discussions on potential investment opportunities, with CARICOM leaders interacting directly with various Ministers of the Saudi Arabian Government and prominent business figures. Following the…

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, November 16, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, held a significant meeting with the Head of the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), Chief Executive Officer, H.E. Sultan Al-Marshad, during the eve of the inaugural CARICOM-Saudi Arabia Summit on Wednesday, November 15, 2023. The signing took place in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as a build-up to the Saudi – CARICOM Summit which began today, Thursday, November 16, 2023. The focus of the discussions was on fostering key projects for the development of Saint Kitts and Nevis.…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 17 November 2023 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development through the Public Sector Investment Program (PSIP) supported the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) who led a four-day mangrove restoration training. It took place from 7 – 10 November 2023 at Reggae Beach Pond and Major’s Bay Pond with key stakeholders. The training was guided by the project “Improving Environmental Management through Sustainable Land Management in St. Kitts and Nevis”. Facilitated by Dr. Milena Berrocal, IUCN Restoration Expert, the focus of the training was for stakeholders to understand the importance of mangroves, learn how to assess…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 16th November, 2023 – The Ministry of Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment hosted a stakeholder meeting on Wednesday, 15th November, 2023 at the Ministry’s Secretariat to jumpstart the second Christmas Community Cleanse. The Christmas Community Cleanse aims to promote partnerships with existing truckers and loaders and also to stimulate economic growth at the community level. These partnerships are necessary for community cleanliness towards the journey to becoming a Sustainable Island State. The Community Cleanse will be executed by the Department of Constituency Empowerment in partnership with key stakeholders with the intention to promote improved, environmental spaces…

The ICH Secretariat is hosting its 2nd annual C.O.R.E (Cultural Oriented Revival Explosion) Knowledge Transfer Camp. This activity starts on the 4th – 15th December, 2023 and begins at 8.30 am and ends at 2.30 pm from Monday to Friday for children ages 8- 16 years from across St. Kitts and Nevis. The camp will be held at the St. Johnson Community Centre, Basseterre. The goal of the camp is to transfer ICH knowledge and skills from existing Knowledge Bearers to the next generation of Knowledge Bearers and Practitioners annually.Following this activity 60 young participants would get an exposure and learning experience about…