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St. Kitts and Nevis, September 27, 2024 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of its new Gas Chromatograph-Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS) machine which was made possible with funding from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB). The equipment will assist multiple law enforcement agencies in their national security efforts and greatly enhance the Bureau’s ability to confirm residual pesticide levels in fresh and packaged foods, as well as water sources. Relevant staff are currently being trained to operate this advanced equipment, which will revolutionise the testing capabilities of agencies including the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, issued a compelling call to action for global leaders, organisations, and institutions to unite in pursuit of a sustainable future for both current and future generations. The call was made during his address at the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79) on Friday, September 27, 2024. In his national statement, Dr. Drew touched on several critical themes including Rising Tides, Rising Threats where he noted that the lived reality in the Caribbean sees “rising tides washing away our…

Manhattan, New York, September 27, 2024 (SKNIS): The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, addressed the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly on Friday, September 27, 2024, emphasising the need for sustainable peace zones, international support for Haiti, and global inclusion in line with the Assembly’s theme of “leaving no one behind.” During his remarks, Prime Minister Drew reinforced the Caribbean’s commitment to maintaining a zone of peace, referencing the Argyle Declaration, a model for managing security challenges in the region. “In the Caribbean, we continue to call for and guard our zone…

Mr President, Secretary-General Guterres, esteemed colleagues, excellencies, my fellow citizens of our twin-island Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and friends from every corner of our shared planet. Today, I rise on behalf of my small island developing state, and yet in truth, I speak for the many small island nations—large ocean states—that know too well the high cost of inaction. We are small, yes, but our voices carry the weight of rising seas, thundering storms, and livelihoods teetering on the edge of erasure. A sustainable future for SIDS demands more from us all. Let me begin by paying tribute…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 26, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Konris Maynard, Minister of Information Communication Technology, announced that the government is accelerating its digital transformation agenda to support the goal of establishing a Sustainable Island State. Minister Maynard made this statement during the Internet Exchange Point (IXP) and Digital Services Network update held at the ICT Centre on September 26. He highlighted that the St. Kitts and Nevis Internet Exchange (SKNIX), launched in September 2023, is playing a pivotal role in enhancing the government’s wide-area network, facilitating its transition to a robust Digital Services Network. The SKNIX serves as a…

(Department of Creative Economy, St. Kitts, September 24, 2024): – The potential reach of prospective culturally rich songs that showcase the sayings, culinary arts and living experiences among other intrinsic behaviours of the nationals and residents of St. Kitts and Nevis was revealed at the Media Launch of the inaugural “Swank” Creative Cultural Music Challenge on Friday, September 20th, 2024. Minister responsible for Sports and The Creative Economy and Entertainment and The Arts Honourable Samal Duggins outlined that the songs that are to be composed and produced must be culturally relevant and while achieving this objective, the songs will document…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 26, 2024 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is scheduled to address the international community during the General Debate of the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday, September 27, 2024. The General Assembly is the main deliberative policymaking and representative organ of the United Nations. The theme guiding this year’s General Debate is, “Leaving No One Behind: Acting Together for the Advancement of Peace, Sustainable Development and Human Dignity for Present and Future Generations.” As the sixth scheduled speaker in the afternoon session…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, 25 September, 2024 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis proudly announces that the country has reclaimed the number one position in the 2024 Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Index, scoring an impressive 76 points. This prestigious recognition reaffirms Saint Kitts and Nevis as a global leader in the CBI industry, underpinned by a steadfast commitment to regulatory excellence, due diligence, and the continuous enhancement of its CBI programme. In a testament to its robust framework, Saint Kitts and Nevis has demonstrated exceptional leadership in adhering to and implementing the directives set forth by the Memorandum…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 25, 2024 (SKNIS) – Secretary to the Federal Cabinet, Dr. Marcus L. Natta, journeyed to the sister island of Nevis today, September 25, 2024, to make a critical presentation to the Cabinet of the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) on the groundbreaking ASPIRE (Achieving Success through Personal Investment, Resources, and Education) programme, reinforcing the government’s goal of ensuring all children in the Federation benefit from this new financial education, savings, and investment initiative. The ASPIRE programme is designed to equip the nation’s youth with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to build a bright financial future, by fostering…

Manhattan, New York, September 25, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment of St Kitts and Nevis, delivered a compelling keynote address at the Climate Mobility Summit on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Speaking on behalf of St Kitts and Nevis and the broader Caribbean region, Dr. Clarke underscored the urgent need for global collaboration in addressing climate mobility and the existential threats posed by climate change. In her opening remarks, Dr. Clarke challenged the often-idealized perception of the Caribbean. “This is the idealism that is often marketed of our islands…