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Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 19, 2024 (SKNIS): The Anti-Smuggling of Migrants Bill, 2024, was successfully passed in the Federal Parliament in St. Kitts and Nevis on Friday, June 14, 2024. The Bill, championed by Attorney General, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, represents a robust response to the growing issue of migrant smuggling into either island and through the Federation’s territorial waters. Human smuggling involves the illegal transportation of people across borders for financial gain, often under perilous conditions that endanger the lives of those being smuggled. This new law marks a pivotal step in safeguarding the Federation’s borders and protecting the…

Quotation: Purchase of Laboratory Safety Systems & Devices The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources, is pleased to submit a Request for Quotations for the purchase and installation of Laboratory Safety Systems & Devices as per the specifications outlined below. 1. Fire Alarm System – Quantity – 1 Alarm Initiating Devices: Multi-sensor detectors (smoke, heat, and possibly hazardous gas detectors) to quickly identify fires or hazardous conditions. Notification Devices: Audible alarms (bells or sirens) and visual alarms (strobe lights) to ensure all personnel, including those with hearing impairments, are alerted. Alarm…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Sport and the Creative Economy, is proud to announce the national recognition of Mikyle Louis, who is set to become the first cricketer from St. Kitts to play Test Cricket for the West Indies. Mikyle Louis, 23, has been named in the West Indies 15-member squad for their Tour of England in July 2024. This recognition follows his outstanding performance in the 2024 West Indies Championship, where he was the leading run-scorer with 682 runs from 14 innings in seven matches, averaging 48.71.…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 13 June 2024): As the twin island nation of St. Kitts and Nevis makes significant strides in transforming local food production, reducing reliance on imported goods, and fostering a robust and resilient agricultural sector, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Honourable Samal M Duggins says that the federation will emerge as the food mecca of the Leeward Islands with the anticipated success of the 25 by 25 Agenda initiative. The Honourable Minister was at the time speaking with the media following an enlightening tour of the soon to be completed Poultry Hatchery facility on…

(Washington D.C. June 14, 2024) In collaboration with the Senate Black Legislative Staff Caucus and the Congressional Hispanic Staff Association, the Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United States joined fellow CARICOM Embassies in bringing the Caribbean’s vibrant and rich cultural mosaic through its music, dance, food to the halls of Capitol Hill at an event dubbed “Caribbean Embassy Night” The cultural diplomatic event provided a unique opportunity for Embassy and Congressional staff to interact and foster greater relations, while offering a glimpse into the Caribbean region’s unique cultural identities, its time-honored traditions and joyous spirit. The Embassy…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 17, 2024 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Sports has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting the growth of sports and the development of athletes by making a grant contribution of $10,000 to rising cricket sensation Mikyle Louis during a brief ceremony on Monday, June 17, 2024.The handover was presented by the Minister of Sports, Honourable Samal Duggins, who welcomed Louis and his family to his office at Port Zante. The 23-year-old made history earlier this month when he became the first Kittitian to be selected to the West Indies Test Cricket Team. As such, he will…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 17th, 2024—The Medicinal Cannabis Authority is proud to announce the appointment of Mrs. Jihan Williams-Knight as the new Chairperson of the Cannabis Board. With an illustrious career spanning over sixteen years in the legal field and a wealth of experience in intellectual property law, Mrs. Williams-Knight is exceptionally well-suited to lead the Board in advancing the medicinal cannabis sector.   Mrs. Williams-Knight holds a master’s degree in Intellectual Property Law with specializations in international trade and creative industries. Her distinguished career includes senior management roles in the Public Service and extensive service on various statutory boards and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, June 17, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by a distinguished delegation including Premier of Nevis Honourable Mark Brantley, Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rt. Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, and other key senior government officials, will embark on a significant state visit to Taiwan from June 20-27, 2024. The delegation’s visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and explore new avenues of cooperation between the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of China (Taiwan). The St. Kitts and Nevis delegation will also include Cabinet Secretary,…

The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, was paid a courtesy visit by His Excellency Mohammed Methqal, Ambassador Director General of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI). This courtesy call was part of a regional tour to help strengthen the relations between Morocco and Saint Kitts and Nevis as well as other Caribbean States. The Foreign Minister welcomed His Excellency and conveyed profound gratitude to the Kingdom of Morocco for their unwavering support to Saint Kitts and Nevis in the fields of agriculture, education, tourism and health; and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (17th June 2024) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is pleased to announce the graduation of Ms. Kayla Weekes, who earned a Bachelor’s Degree in International Studies from ADA University in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 13 June 2024. Ms. Weekes is the first and only national of Saint Kitts and Nevis to be awarded the 2020 scholarship from the Government of Azerbaijan for citizens of Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Member Countries. This remarkable feat not only celebrates her individual success but also underscores the strengthened educational and diplomatic ties between Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of Azerbaijan.…