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Taipei, Taiwan, June 26, 2024 (SKNIS): During his official State Visit to the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, visited China Engineering Consultants, Inc. (CECI) on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, for a series of strategic discussions. The discussions with CECI focused on several critical sectors, including renewable energy, climate-smart healthcare, and the development of air and sea ports. The talks also explored broader infrastructure initiatives and potential collaborative projects to further enhance the partnership between St. Kitts and Nevis and CECI. Dr. Drew and his delegation were presented with an…

Kaohsiung, Taiwan, June 25, 2024 (SKNIS): Following the historic signing of the sister-city agreement between Basseterre City in St. Kitts and Nevis and Kaohsiung City in the Republic of China (Taiwan), Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, took the opportunity to engage with nationals who are currently studying in Kaohsiung. Prime Minister Dr. Drew met with the students to learn about their experiences and how they are coping with their studies and life in Kaohsiung. The interaction provided a platform for the students to share their academic and personal journeys, discussing both the challenges and triumphs they have encountered.…

Kaohsiung, Taiwan, June 25, 2024 (SKNIS): In a historic move to strengthen ties and foster collaboration, Basseterre City in St. Kitts and Nevis and Kaohsiung City in the Republic of China (Taiwan) have signed an agreement to become sister cities. The signing ceremony took place in the vibrant and technologically advanced city of Kaohsiung on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The sister-city agreement is designed to promote mutual understanding and cooperation across various fields such as culture, education, business, healthcare, and technology. By leveraging each city’s strengths, the partnership aims to foster economic growth, cultural exchange, and innovative development. The Honourable…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 25, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Federal Cabinet of Ministers has approved a temporary concession on air-cooling devices from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. During this period, no taxes will be charged on eligible air-cooling devices. As climate change continues to cause unusually high temperatures, the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party Administration aims to provide relief. Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted the health risks posed by extreme heat, especially for the elderly and young children. “High temperatures in our homes, schools, and workplaces are a serious health concern,” said Prime…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 25, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Federal Cabinet of Ministers has approved a temporary tax relief on school supplies from July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. During this period, no taxes will be charged on eligible school supplies. Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew stated, “This initiative aims to support families and students by making essential school supplies more affordable. We are committed to investing in our children’s education and easing the financial burden on parents.” From July 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024, exemptions from Import Duty, Value Added Tax (VAT),…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 25, 2024 [Press Secretary, PMO] – The Federal Cabinet of Saint Kitts and Nevis, led by the Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, is pleased to announce the continuation of a special initiative to provide financial relief to citizens and boost economic activity in light of ongoing global inflation. Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew remarked, “By giving businesses and consumers more advance notice of the Discounted VAT Rate Days, we are making it easier for everyone to plan and benefit. This initiative not only supports household budgets but also stimulates our local economy.” The…

Taipei, Taiwan, June 22, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and his delegation visited MINIWIZ Co Ltd. in Taiwan on Monday, June 24, 2024, to explore possible areas of collaboration. MINIWIZ, renowned for turning waste into valuable recycled materials and creating their own building materials from softer, reusable substances, presented a compelling case for partnership with the twin-island Federation. During the visit, Prime Minister Dr. Drew expressed St. Kitts and Nevis’ keen interest in having MINIWIZ undertake projects in housing, recycling and healthcare within the Federation. He highlighted the government’s intention to…

Taipei, Taiwan, June 24, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and his delegation met with H.E. Dr. Chia-lung Lin, Minister of Foreign Affairs for the Republic of China (Taiwan), to discuss various areas of collaboration between St. Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of China (Taiwan) at a meeting on June 24, 2024. The discussions covered several critical topics, including the development of the smart hospital in St. Kitts and Nevis, and Taiwan’s capacity to provide AI development opportunities. They also explored opportunities for nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis, highlighting the potential for ICT integration in…

Taipei, Taiwan, June 24, 2024 (SKNIS):  The first State Banquet hosted by Taiwan since the inauguration of President, His Excellency Lai Ching-te, was held in honour of St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew and Mrs. Diani Prince-Drew. The grand event, held at the Presidential Office in Taipei on Monday, June 24, 2024, celebrated the robust and enduring friendship between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and St. Kitts and Nevis. Prime Minister Drew, accompanied by other members of his delegation including Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley; Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rt.…