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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 02, 2026 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has hailed the New Cruise Terminal Development Project at Port Zante as a transformative investment that will strengthen the country’s economy, expand employment opportunities, and support the Federation’s transition to cruise home-porting from November 2027. Addressing the groundbreaking ceremony on July 01, 2026, Prime Minister Drew said the project reflects the power of partnership, noting that developments of this magnitude can only be achieved through collaboration between government, industry stakeholders, and international partners. “To undertake a project of this scale, the…

The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) and the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis announce that the Fifth Annual AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2026), originally scheduled to take place from 29–31 July 2026 in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, will no longer take place as earlier announced. This decision has been taken following the latest updates from regional, continental and international public health authorities regarding the evolving public health situation in some parts of Africa. Out of caution, and with the health, safety and well-being of delegates, speakers, partners, sponsors and other participants in mind, Afreximbank and the Government of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, Wednesday, July 01, 2026: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, signed a Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI) with the City of Hamburg, marking the launch of a new Skills Partnership between St. Kitts and Nevis and the German city on June 29. The signing took place during the International Sustainability Conference in Hamburg, Germany. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation to equip the next generation of workers with the knowledge and skills needed to address environmental challenges. An additional intention is to strengthen workforce development through international collaboration. The Skills Partnership…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 01, 2026 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, today (July 01, 2026), visited the construction site of the new Basseterre High School to assess the progress of works underway and reaffirm the government’s commitment to delivering a modern, world-class educational facility for the nation’s students. Accompanied by Project Manager, Vivake Khan, the prime minister toured the site, where extensive construction activity is currently taking place, with local workers and technical experts actively engaged in advancing one of the Federation’s most significant education infrastructure projects. Speaking during the visit, Prime…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 01, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, through the St. Christopher Air & Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA), today (July 01, 2026), officially broke ground on the New Cruise Terminal Development Project at Port Zante, marking the start of a transformative investment that will position Saint Kitts as a regional cruise home-porting destination. The new terminal forms a key component of the government’s strategy to strengthen the Federation’s tourism industry, modernise critical port infrastructure, and expand economic opportunities through cruise tourism. Purpose-built to support home-porting operations, the facility will enable passengers to begin and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 01, 2026 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has been appointed to chair a newly established Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Committee that will examine issues affecting Rastafarians across the Region and the world. The decision was taken during the Forty-Second Inter-Sessional Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government on May 08, 2026, as CARICOM continues to strengthen its commitment to equality, inclusion, and social justice throughout the Community. As Chair of the Committee, Prime Minister Dr. Drew will lead discussions aimed at advancing the recognition, protection, and promotion of…

Family photo of the Heads of Delegation at the 56th Regular Session of the General Assembly of theOrganization of American States (OAS) Washington, D.C., June 30, 2026 — The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevisreaffirmed its steadfast commitment to multilateralism, democratic governance, regionalsecurity, and sustainable development during the 56th Regular Session of theGeneral Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS), held in PanamaCity, Republic of Panama, from June 22–24, 2026. The Federation was represented by Her Excellency Ambassador Jacinth Henry-MartinO.B.E, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the OAS, who deliveredthe national statement on behalf of the Right…

Washington, D.C., June 30, 2026 — The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevisreaffirmed its commitment to regional cooperation, sustainable development, andeconomic integration through its active participation in the 31st Ordinary Meeting ofthe Ministerial Council of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), held inPanama City, Republic of Panama, from June 20–21, 2026. The Federation was represented by Her Excellency Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin,Head of Delegation, accompanied by Foreign Service Officer Ms. Ticoya Gilbert. TheMinisterial Meeting formed part of Panama’s High-Level Week commemorating theBicentennial of the Amphictyonic Congress and preceded the 56th Regular Session ofthe Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly. A…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 30th 2026 (National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis) – TheHon. Lanein Blanchette, Speaker of the National Assembly of Saint Christopher and Nevis, was pleasedto receive a Courtesy Call from His Excellency Giuvel Orozco Ortega, Resident Ambassador of theRepublic of Cuba to the Federation on Tuesday, 30th June 2026 at the National Assembly Chamber. Thisengagement is indicative of the longstanding bilateral relations between Cuba and St. Kitts & Nevis, aswell as the National Assembly’s continued thrust to bolster parliamentary diplomacy across theHemisphere. Notably, the Honourable Speaker congratulated His Excellency Ortega on his appointment asAmbassador, wishing him…