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Basseterre, Saint Kitts – April 10, 2026 – In a continued effort to stimulate economic activity and provide meaningful financial relief to citizens and residents, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis today released the 2026 schedule for its Discounted Value Added Tax (VAT) Rate Days. Building on the success of previous initiatives, these designated shopping periods will offer substantial savings on qualifying purchases during key times of the year. The following dates have been approved for the reduced VAT rate: These initiatives are designed to ease the financial burden on households, boost consumer spending, and support local retailers during critical…

New Delhi, India (8th April 2026) – In a moment that may rightly be described as a significantmilestone in South-South cooperation, Saint Kitts and Nevis hosted the opening of its HighCommission to the Republic of India in New Delhi on 7 April 2026. The ceremony marked anew chapter in the growing diplomatic relationship between Saint Kitts and Nevis and India.Held under the auspices of The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of ForeignAffairs et al, the high-level engagement brought together representatives of the Governments ofSaint Kitts and Nevis and India, as well as members of the diplomatic and consular corps…

Georgetown, Guyana, April 8, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew continued his visit to Guyana on Wednesday with a full day of strategic engagements focused on practical knowledge-sharing and identifying innovative solutions to support national development in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The Prime Minister’s packed schedule included visits to key institutions and project sites spanning public service digitization, smart traffic enforcement, law enforcement command systems, agricultural research, and modern healthcare delivery. The visit formed part of the Government’s broader effort to strengthen bilateral cooperation with Guyana while learning from systems and models that…

Georgetown, Guyana, April 09, 2026 (PMO) – Saint Kitts and Nevis and Guyana have taken a major step toward deepening bilateral relations following the signing of three Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the areas of non-lethal defense and security cooperation, agriculture and food security, and government modernization. The agreements were signed on April 8th, during Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew’s visit to Guyana, where he also formalized Saint Kitts and Nevis’ membership in the Global Biodiversity Alliance, an international initiative launched by President Mohamed Irfaan Ali to safeguard biodiversity and promote sustainable development.  The signing marks a significant advancement in…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 08, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the nation’s healthcare system with the reinstatement of the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) Programme at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC). Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, in a statement released today, April 08, 2026, expressed strong support for the initiative, describing it as a strategic response to the ongoing shortage of locally trained nurses. “It is with great pride and a deep sense of national purpose that I lend my full support to…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 8, 2026, (PMO) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of the CARICOM, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, paid a moving tribute to the late former President of Suriname, His Excellency Chandrikapersad Santokhi, hailing his transformational leadership and lasting contributions to regional integration during his funeral proceedings held in Suriname, April 7th. Delivering remarks on behalf of the CARICOM, Prime Minister Drew reflected on the personal warmth and spirit of cooperation that defined President Santokhi’s leadership. He noted that upon first meeting the late President, “he welcomed me with open arms and a…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 06, 2026 (SKNIS): A renewed national push to protect the environment is gaining momentum, as the Ministry of Environment intensifies its “Environment for Everyone” campaign to combat illegal dumping and promote shared responsibility. The Honourable Senator, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, described the initiative as a powerful collaboration across multiple agencies, including Parks and Beaches Unit; the Solid Waste Management Corporation; S.T.E.P; His Majesty’s Prison; the Department of Public Infrastructure; Ministry of Health; St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd.; Traffic Department; and the Ministry of Environment and Constituency Empowerment.…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 06, 2026 (SKNIS): Street vendors across Basseterre and its surrounding communities are being encouraged to play a more active role in keeping their business spaces clean, safe, and compliant, as the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis continues to support their efforts to earn a living while maintaining order and public health. The Honourable Senator, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, highlighted the growing challenges associated with unauthorised vending, including environmental concerns, traffic congestion, and public health risks, during her recent presentation in the National Assembly. “We welcome partnership…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 06, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is taking careful, people-centred steps to balance development and livelihoods, as efforts continue to transition agricultural activity from lands designated for housing. Speaking in Parliament on March 31, the Honourable Senator, Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, emphasised that the process is being handled with compassion and fairness, ensuring that farmers are not displaced without support, while also respecting the rights of hundreds of citizens awaiting access to their land. “Since July 2025, the ministry, through its standard procedures,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 6, 2026 (SKNIS) — Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, will lead a CARICOM delegation to the Republic of Suriname to attend the funeral of former President, His Excellency Chan Santokhi, on April 7, 2026. The Prime Minister’s presence at the solemn occasion underscores the deep bonds of solidarity within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), as regional leaders gather to pay their final respects to a distinguished statesman who served his country and the wider Caribbean with dedication. Following the official engagements in Suriname, Prime Minister Drew will travel to the Cooperative Republic…