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The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis acknowledges the recent policy issued by the Government of the United States of America regarding temporary-suspended immigrant visa processing from a number of countries, including Saint Kitts and Nevis. Following engagement with the United States Embassy in Barbados, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has received official clarification on the scope and application of this measure. Based on the information provided: Acknowledging the fact that the US Government has a right to implement national security measures, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is also committed to protecting the interest of its…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, January 12, 2026 (PMO) —The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to advance structured, transparent development planning with the convening of the Special Sustainability Zones (SSZ) Ad Hoc Committee. Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew confirmed during the Round Table engagement that the committee met recently, on January 7th, as part of ongoing efforts to guide sustainable economic development while safeguarding national interests. “The SSZ Ad Hoc Committee met yesterday,” the Prime Minister stated, underscoring the Government’s commitment to careful oversight and policy coordination in the development of Special Sustainability Zones. Dr. Drew emphasized that the…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, January 12, 2026 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has outlined a strategic plan to significantly expand the yachting sector in St. Kitts and Nevis, positioning it as a key pillar of economic diversification while creating new skills, business, and employment opportunities for citizens. Speaking during the first Round Table engagement for 2026, the Prime Minister emphasized that the Government is moving deliberately to ensure that the growth of the yachting industry translates into tangible benefits for local workers, entrepreneurs, and institutions. Dr. Drew noted that the presence of Safe Harbor, the world’s largest marina operator, has…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, January 12, 2026 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew presented an ambitious roadmap that sets out what citizens can expect in 2026, a strategic year focused on delivery of national promises, accelerated economic diversification, forward-looking infrastructure development, and strengthening resilience across the Federation. Addressing the media during his first Round Table of the year, the Prime Minister reiterated that this SKNLP-led Government has moved beyond planning into a sustained phase of implementation and tangible results. Central to the Government’s agenda, this year will be continued progress on water security, an essential foundation for development and quality of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, January 9th, 2026 — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis today marked a historic milestone with the official groundbreaking of the Creative Arts Centre, a transformative project championed by Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister of Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy. The Creative Arts Centre represents a major investment in the nation’s cultural and creative sectors and will serve as the largest integrated hub for creatives in the Eastern Caribbean. Designed as a purpose-built ecosystem, the facility will support a wide range of disciplines including cultural heritage, performing arts, visual arts and craft, culinary arts, film and media,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, January 09, 2026 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States of America (USA) concerning the repatriation of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member state nationals currently residing in the USA. During a national appearance on his popular media programme “The Roundtable” on January 08, 2026, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, stated that the MOU establishes a framework for the potential transfer to Saint Kitts and Nevis of certain nationals of CARICOM member states. All other states…

On Monday, 12th January 2026, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court will mark thecommencement of the New Law Year with its traditional Ceremonial Opening proceedings underthe theme “The ECSC: Justice that Endures – Anchored in Independence, Strengthened throughTrust. This year, the host Member State is the Commonwealth of Dominica, where the firstscheduled sitting of the Court of Appeal in 2026 will take place. In St. Christopher & Nevis, the church service will be held at the Wesley Methodist Church,Seaton Street, Basseterre, St. Kitts on Monday 12th January 2026 at 7:45 a.m. The celebration willcontinue with a procession that starts at the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, Thursday, January 08, 2026: The Dr. Denzil L. Douglas SecondarySchool (DLDSS) and Nanshan High School of Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, Taiwan,formalized an international partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding(MOU) on Thursday, January 08. The ceremony, which marked a significant step toward strengthening global ties in education,held under the theme ‘A Collaboration in Academic, Cultural and Educational Development’,was conducted in a hybrid format, with the St. Kitts segment held at the DLDSS campus, whilerepresentatives from Nashan High School participated virtually via Zoom, underscoring theinnovative use of technology. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation…

` Basseterre, Saint Kitts, January 08, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is introducing two new reforms to the country’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme as it continues to strengthen the security of the programme and attract reputable and creditable investors. The first measure will see the implementation of a residency feature for investors, while the second provides for the collection of biometric data from potential citizens around the world. The new measures were announced by Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, during the Roundtable engagement with members of the press on Thursday, January 08, 2026. “We are serious when we say that we…