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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 3rd, 2025 (PMO) — At the National Budget Forum held earlier this week, Commissioner of Police (Retired) Mr. Austin Williams offered a striking endorsement of the Drew-led administration, stating: “I wish to say that this is the most progress that I have seen in this Federation in a first administration, and it isn’t done yet.” Mr. Williams’s words reflect a sentiment increasingly shared across the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, as the government led by the Hon Dr. Terrance Drew enters into the next phase of its first term. Since being sworn in in August 2022,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 1, 2025 (PMO) — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has announced that it will contribute US$100,000 to assist the Government and people of Jamaica in their recovery and rebuilding efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew confirmed the pledge, noting that this contribution reflects the Federation’s deep sense of regional solidarity and compassion for its Caribbean neighbours in times of need. “The Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis stand firmly with Jamaica during this challenging time,” said Prime Minister Drew. “This financial support is a…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, October 31, 2025 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Sustainable Development is continuing its land regularisation initiative in Saint Kitts, ensuring that nationals are empowered through land ownership, and zoning guidelines are strengthened, addressing the access and use of appropriately designated lands. During the Statement by Ministers segment during the October 31, 2025, Sitting of the National Assembly, Senator, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, who serves as the Minister of Sustainable Development, noted that all lands in Saint Kitts and Nevis have been designated for various activities based on appropriate planning guidelines developed by technical experts. The designated zones…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, October 31, 2025 (SKNIS) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has taken a major step forward in its journey toward sustainable development with the passage of the National Conservation and Environmental Management Act (NCEMA). The new legislation, introduced by the Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment and Climate Action, Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, replaces the National Conservation and Environment Protection Act (NCEPA) of 1987. It establishes a modern, science-based framework for environmental conservation and sustainable growth, aligning directly with the government’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “The passage…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 31, 2025 (PMO) —The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is moving steadily toward the construction of the new, climate-resilient general hospital, with Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew confirming that environmental and building approvals are now in their final stages. Addressing the National Assembly, Dr. Drew stated, “The hospital is well on its way. We are in the final stages of getting all the approvals from the building board, the EIA, and all of this are being done and almost completed, and will be completed for us to move forward just now in its construction.”…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 31, 2025 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew reaffirmed his government’s commitment to good governance, fairness, and democratic maturity, announcing that Opposition Member of Parliament Hon. Shawn Richards has been granted a diplomatic passport. Addressing the National Assembly, Prime Minister Drew said, “The Honorable Shawn Richards, member from number five, has applied for his diplomatic passport, and I’m simply saying that he’s a Member of Parliament, and he would be afforded his diplomatic passport.” Dr. Drew emphasized that the decision reflects his administration’s principles, not political preference. He stressed, it “has nothing to do with…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 31, 2025 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has publicly expressed heartfelt appreciation to outgoing Financial Secretary Mrs. Hilary Hazel for her years of exceptional service to the nation. During his parliamentary remarks today, October 31st, the Prime Minister said, “I want to thank our new Financial Secretary, Mr. Carlton Pogson. But I also want to thank our immediate past Financial Secretary, Mrs. Hilary Hazel. She worked hard, contributed to national development, and therefore, I want to thank her for all that she would have done in the Ministry of Finance to continue the development…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 31, 2025 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has exressed that the new MRI facility currently being constructed at the Joseph N. France General Hospital represents a major leap forward in healthcare delivery for the Federation, describing the structure as “one of the most advanced in the region.” Speaking in Parliament on today, October 31st, Prime Minister Drew said, “Our MRI housing is one of the most advanced in the region, in terms of the outlaw of technology, in terms of its structure. We built it to withstand Category Five hurricanes. That is how we…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, October 29, 2025 (SKNIS) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis continues to advance its vision of becoming a Sustainable Island State, with the formulation of the 2026 National Budget positioned as a key step in achieving that goal. Speaking today, October 29, 2025, during a “Fireside Chat” as part of the Budget 2026 National Forum, held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort under the theme “Turning Conversations into Action: Building Our Sustainable Island State Together”, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, underscored that the upcoming budget must serve as a practical instrument to drive…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, October 25, 2025 (MOA): Director General of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), Dr. Manuel Otero, has lauded St. Kitts and Nevis and other Caribbean nations for their determination to reduce the region’s high food import bill, enhance food security, and accelerate climate adaptation efforts through stronger collaboration, innovation, and farmer empowerment. Speaking during an interview following the 19th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA 2025), held in St. Kitts and Nevis from September 29 to October 4, Dr. Otero praised the ongoing regional dialogue and shared commitment toward achieving tangible results for the agricultural sector.…