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United Nations, New York (17th October 2025) – St. Kitts and Nevis continues leadership at the United Nations with coordination of Biennial Resolution on Culture and Sustainable Development with Minister Counselor and 2nd Committee (Finance and Economic Affairs) Lead Mr. Eustace T. Wallace, of the Permanent Mission of St. Kitts and Nevis to the UN tapped by the G77 and China to coordinate the biennial General Assembly resolution dedicated to Culture and Sustainable Development. This topical resolution “recognizes that culture is an essential component of human development, that it represents a source of identity, innovation and creativity for the individual…

BASSTERRE, Saint Kitts, October 16, 2025 (SKNIS) — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, under the leadership of Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has reaffirmed its deep commitment to people-centred development and economic empowerment through land ownership. This commitment was demonstrated once again on Thursday, October 16, 2025, when residents of La Guerite received their certificates of title—a life-changing moment for families who have lived and built their lives on the land for generations. In his remarks at the handover ceremony, Prime Minister Drew tied today’s event within the broader historical arc of the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, October 16, 2025 (SKNIS) – Today, October 16, 2025, marked a proud and emotional milestone for residents of La Guerite, as the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis officially handed over land titles and ownership rights to individuals and families who have occupied the area for generations. The handing-over ceremony, hosted by the Ministry of Sustainable Development, forms part of the Government’s ongoing Squatter’s Regularisation Project, L.A.N.D. (Land Allocation, Normalisation and Distribution) Initiative, and broader Land Regularisation Programme. These initiatives aim to promote equitable access to land ownership, community empowerment, and secure tenure in alignment with Pillar…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 16th, 2025 (PMO) – In a landmark affirmation of equity, dignity, and empowerment, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew, today, October 16th, presided over the first of three land regularization handover ceremonies under the theme “Supporting Land Ownership Toward a Sustainable Island State.” Prime Minister Drew was joined by Hon. Konris Maynard, elected representative for the area, Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister with responsibility for Sustainable Development, and supported by members of the Federal Cabinet. The event marked the formalization of land titles to long-standing residents and signal a renewed commitment to justice and inclusion in…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 16th October 2025 — The Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister with responsibility for Sports, Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy, hosted his Third Quarter Press Conference on Tuesday, October 14th, 2025, under the theme “Beyond Boundaries, Breaking Barriers.” The quarterly press conference, part of the Minister’s ongoing commitment to transparency and engagement, provided a comprehensive update on key achievements and initiatives across his portfolios. From advancements in agricultural resilience and blue economy development, to the empowerment of small businesses and creative professionals, the presentations underscored a unified focus on sustainability, innovation, and community…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, October 16, 2025 (UNESCO National Commission) – In a packed series of meetings across the Federation this week, Federal and NIA ministers, representatives from cultural, education and youth stakeholders and NGOs heard of compelling progress being made in implementing some eight tangible UNESCO capacity-building activities in St. Kitts-Nevis, covering education, biodiversity, cultural heritage and science. These outreach opportunities presented themselves during a second visit to the Federation this year by St Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to UNESCO based in Paris, H.E. David Doyle, who, accompanied by H.E. Nerys Dockery, Secretary-General of the St. Kitts and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – October 15, 2025 – The Department of Environment successfully concluded a comprehensive, two-day Communication Training Session this past Monday and Tuesday. The workshop was convened at the Department’s conference room, located on the second floor of the Caribe Building in Bird Rock. This capacity-building initiative was organized with the support of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Saint Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA) and saw full participation from the Department’s staff. The primary objective of the session was to equip staff with advanced communication strategies essential for effective public engagement.…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, October 15, 2025 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Friday, October 17, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given. One Bill will receive its second reading during the sitting. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will move the second reading of the…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS AND NEVIS – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce that its eBorder system is now recognised on International AirTransport Association’s (IATA) World Tracker as In Force for both Advance Passenger Information (API) and Passenger Name Record (PNR) compliance. Thisrecognition means that St. Kitts and Nevis is the first Caribbean nation to achieve this dual status and confirms that the Federation’s sovereign API-PNR system is fully operational. Airlines began transmitting API data as early as May 2025, and in August 2025 Sunrise Airways became the first carrier in the Caribbean to submit PNR…

Washington, D.C. – October 9, 2025 – The Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis was honored to join the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office (TECRO) in Washington, D.C. for its National Day Reception, held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the historic Twin Oaks Estate. The evening was a vibrant celebration of cultural exchange, highlighted by the performance of the five-time Panorama Champions, the Bank of Nevis EBJ Harmonics Steel Orchestra. Their captivating repertoire featured a dynamic medley of Saint Kitts and Nevis and other Caribbean classics, alongside a heartfelt rendition of the beloved Taiwanese love song, The Moon Represents My…