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(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 25 2024); In a significant move to transform the marine sector, the Department of Marine Resources St. Kitts and Nevis is gearing up to establish sea moss production exhibition sites over the next few weeks as a pivotal component of its Transformation Strategy 2024. This was revealed by the Director of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Mr. Randel Thompson at a the 2024 Work Plan Presentation, hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources on Tuesday, 23 January 2024. He said, “Our plan is aquaculture. Getting into aquaculture and establishing it to a next…

Basseterre, 31 January 2024 – The newly appointed High Commissioner of the Republic of India, H.E. Dr. Amit Telang, paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Rt. Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, to present a copy of his letter of credentials. The meeting also aimed to strengthen bilateral ties and foster collaboration on key issues crucial to both nations. The Sustainable Island State Agenda of the Federation took centre stage during the discussions, emphasizing the commitment of both nations to environmental sustainability and resilient development. The High Commissioner and the Minister explored…

Esteemed guests, distinguished ladies, and gentlemen, a pleasant good morning. I wish to reflect a bit on the past Minister of Tourism Mr. Ricky Skerrit and past Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas. I can remember clearly in about 2013 when a strategy was being put together for the new age of tourism, the idea was to let us construct piers that would be able to berth these large ships that were not even being made at that time. That was vision! Today, we see that vision unfolded. I stand before you today, as Prime Minister of the Federation…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 30, 2024 (SKNIS): Tuesday’s (January 30, 2024) visit of the Icon of the Seas to St. Kitts and Nevis, the first revenue-generating stop of the cruise ship’s maiden voyage, stands as a testament to the success of the government’s aggressive strategy to market the destination. The Icon of the Seas is the newest vessel of the Royal Caribbean fleet. With 20 decks and a length of 365 metres, the Icon of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise vessel. Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Marsha Henderson, welcomed the Captain, crew and passengers at a plaque exchange ceremony…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 30, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of the Federation, addressed the gathering at the Icon of The Seas Inaugural Cruise Call Plaque Exchange Ceremony with a message of joy and national pride. The prime minister lauded the arrival of the Icon of The Seas, the world’s largest cruise vessel, as a significant milestone, illustrating St. Kitts and Nevis’ ascent as a leading cruise destination. Prime Minister Drew emphasized the government’s commitment to sustainable tourism, aligning with Royal Caribbean Group’s ethos of environmental responsibility. “We have dedicated our efforts to creating an environment…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 30, 2024 (SKNIS): In an exceptional milestone for its cruise tourism sector, the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis became the prestigious first stop for the world’s largest cruise ship, Icon of the Seas, on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Part of the esteemed Royal Caribbean Fleet, the Icon of the Seas chose St. Kitts and Nevis as its initial destination after setting sail on its maiden voyage from Miami on January 27. The arrival of Icon of the Seas at Port Zante in Basseterre signifies not only a new chapter in the nation’s thriving tourism industry…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 29, 2024): The general public is hereby notified that the Department Agriculture will be closed for sales only on Wednesday 31st January. This is to facilitate an inventory and stock taking exercise. The sale of all materials and supplies at the department will resume normal operating hours on Thursday, 1st February at 8:00 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience that this temporary closure may cause. -END-

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 29, 2024 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS), as of January 25th, 2024, is now internationally accredited ISO17025 in Air Quality. This is not only the first laboratory in the Federation to receive this prestigious International Accreditation but also the first Air Quality lab to be accredited in the Caribbean and the Western Hemisphere. This accreditation will set the standard by which all other labs in the Federation will be benchmarked. It will also enable the Bureau to offer this type of support to all labs in the Federation that perform…