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Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2026 (PMO) — Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has called for decisive action to remove barriers that impede economic progress within the region, emphasizing that opportunity across CARICOM must be enabled, not obstructed. Delivering his feature address at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government on February 24th, Prime Minister Drew underscored the urgency of modernizing regional systems to unlock growth and strengthen economic resilience. “We owe it to our farmers, our…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2026 (PMO) — Positioning the Caribbean at what he described as “a decisive hour,” Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew reflected on the rapidly evolving global landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, energy market volatility, climate shocks, and economic uncertainty.  Prime Minister Drew was at the time speaking at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government, on Tuesday, February 24th. In such an environment, he used the opportunity to warn that…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 25, 2026 (PMO) —During his feature address at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, February 24th, against the backdrop of global economic uncertainty, geopolitical shifts, supply chain instability, climate shocks, and security challenges, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew emphasized that the Caribbean must anchor its future not in dependency, but in collective strength. Chairman Drew stressed that while sovereignty must always be respected and preserved, cooperation among Caribbean states must be deepened,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 25, 2026 (PMO) CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, issued a solemn and urgent appeal for regional attention to the humanitarian situation in Cuba during his feature address at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), February 24th. In one of the most poignant moments of the evening, Prime Minister Drew warned of the broader regional implications of instability in Cuba. “A destabilized Cuba will definitely affect the whole region. A destabilized Cuba will destabilize…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 25, 2026 (PMO) – CARICOM Chairman and Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, delivered a firm and compassionate call for sustained regional commitment to Haiti during his feature address at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), February 24th. Addressing leaders and international partners gathered in Saint Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister Drew made clear that Haiti’s stability is not a peripheral matter, but central to the collective future of the Caribbean. “A stable Haiti is a stable…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 25, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, delivered a powerful affirmation of regional integration during his feature address at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM, February 24th. Speaking before regional leaders, international partners, and distinguished guests, Prime Minister Drew reflected on the historical journey of the Caribbean people and the transformative impact of collective action through CARICOM. Highlighting the region’s enduring global contributions, the Chairman declared, “Accordingly, a world without…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 25, 2026 (PMO) – History was made last evening, February 24th, at the Opening Ceremony of the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), as all leaders of the full Member States gathered in one place, the first time in over a decade that such full attendance has been recorded. The milestone moment unfolded in Saint Kitts and Nevis under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, who described the gathering as both symbolic and substantive in light of current global…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 24, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has officially commissioned the new two-million-gallon-per-day Basseterre Desalination Plant, marking a transformative milestone in the Federation’s efforts to strengthen national water security and advance climate resilience. Designed to provide a reliable and sustainable potable water supply to Basseterre and surrounding communities, the state-of-the-art facility utilises advanced reverse osmosis technology to convert seawater into high-quality drinking water. Fully integrated into the national system, the plant will help provide potable water access to nearly 70 percent of the population — addressing a long-standing national challenge and significantly expanding…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 24, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, will co-chair a high-level meeting with United States Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, during the Fiftieth Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of CARICOM. The engagement, scheduled for Wednesday, February 25, 2026, will bring together CARICOM Heads of Government and senior officials for strategic discussions with the United States on matters of shared priority. The meeting underscores the deep and longstanding partnership between CARICOM and the United States, and reflects…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 23, 2026— The United States (US) Secretary of State, His Excellency Marco Rubio, will join a distinguished roster of global leaders and heads of international organisations as a specially invited guest at the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Secretary Rubio is scheduled to address the Opening Plenary Session on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This milestone gathering, taking place in Basseterre from February 24-27 under the theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM,” marks a pivotal moment for regional integration and global partnership. With over 200 delegates expected, including…