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Antigua and Barbuda, June 25, 2025 – The Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saint Kitts and Nevis, delivered a compelling intervention today during the Dialogue of Representatives of Civil Society Organizations and Other Social Actors, held as part of the 55th Regular Session of the OAS General Assembly in Antigua and Barbuda. This dialogue stands as a cornerstone of the OAS’s work to promote inclusive governance, democratic participation, and respect for human rights, key pillars of the Organization’s mission across the hemisphere. It provides a unique platform for Member States and civil society actors to…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis – June 25, 2025 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce a temporary tax relief measure on school supplies, effective from July 1 to September 30, 2025. During this three-month period, essential educational items will be exempt from Import Duty, Value Added Tax (VAT) and Customs Service Charge (CSC), providing significant savings for families preparing for the new academic year. Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting families and investing in education, stating: “Education is the foundation of our nation’s future and we recognize the financial…

Chair, Secretary General, Dignitaries, Excellencies, Colleagues, and Observers, I greetyou with all protocols observed: Saint Kitts and Nevis has long demonstrated a significant commitment to protecting therights of our citizens and residents. This was further demonstrated when, on May 28 ofthis year, we deposited at the Organization of American States, two instruments ofaccession to major Inter-American human rights conventions: the Inter-AmericanConvention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Persons withDisabilities and the Inter-American Convention on Protecting the Human Rights of OlderPersons. As a result, Saint Kitts and Nevis became the 20th country to join the former, which isthe first…

Abuja, Nigeria, June 25, 2025 (PMO)—In a landmark announcement during his keynote address at the 32nd Annual Meetings of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Abuja, Nigeria, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, revealed that the twin-island Federation will proudly host the 2026 edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF). This announcement positions St. Kitts and Nevis at the centre of a historic and growing movement to deepen institutional and commercial ties between Africa and the Caribbean. The ACTIF series, launched by Afreximbank in 2022, has rapidly become a premier platform…

Abuja, Nigeria, June 25, 2025 (PMO)—Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, delivered the keynote address at the opening of the 32nd Annual Meetings of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in Abuja, Nigeria today, June 25th, issuing a powerful call for deeper integration between Africa and the Caribbean, underpinned by strategic collaboration, mutual investment, and a shared vision for global economic empowerment. Speaking to a distinguished audience of heads of state, government officials, private sector leaders, and regional development partners, Prime Minister Drew hailed Afreximbank for its decades of bold leadership and its expanding…

FEDERATION OF ST. CHRISTOPHER AND NEVIS GOVERNMENT NOTICE TREASURY BILLS By Authority of the Treasury Bills Act, Cap 21.18 1. All  Treasury  Bill  Investors  are  hereby advised of  the  next  issue  of  the  Government of St. Christopher and Nevis Treasury Bills. 2. Please be advised that  Existing investors may re-tender for the following securities: All of the above Treasury Bills will be payable at par on the applicable maturity dates. 3. Letters of Allotment will be mailed to existing investors no later than Wednesday 16th July 2025. 4. Please be further advised that the Government of St. Christopher and Nevis…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – June 23, 2025 – In a continued effort to stimulate economic activity and provide financial relief to citizens and residents, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce the 2025 schedule for Discounted Value Added Tax (VAT) Rate Days. Building on the success of previous initiatives, these designated days will offer significant savings on qualifying purchases during key shopping periods later this year. The following dates have been approved for discounted VAT: This initiative aims to ease the financial burden on families preparing for the new school year while boosting consumer spending and…

BASSETERRE, SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS, JUNE 23, 2025 – The Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs has successfully secured over EC$1 million in international funding and technical support to accelerate wide-ranging reforms within the Federation’s justice system. This milestone achievement, spearheaded by the Honourable Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, Senator Garth Wilkin, and Permanent Secretary, Nerissa Williams, marks a strategic shift toward data-driven, rights-based, and regionally integrated approaches to justice. The Ministry’s 2025 reform programme is being delivered through robust partnerships with international and regional institutions, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), United Nations Office…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 23, 2025 (PMO) —Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has announced that his Government will soon present legislation to Parliament that will embed key reforms in the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme, including a mandatory residency clause and upgraded biometric verification systems. The new law, expected to be passed in the coming weeks, forms part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to modernize and fortify the programme for long-term sustainability and international respect. While speaking on ZIZ’s The Edge, Prime Minister Drew was unequivocal, noting that “A residency clause will be part of…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 23, 2025 (PMO) —Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, has reaffirmed that the Government has not received any formal communication from the United States of America regarding reports of an impending travel restriction or ban on citizens of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Addressing the matter during an interview on The Edge on ZIZ Radio, Prime Minister Drew assured the public that, despite reports being circulated, his administration has not been officially notified of any such decision by the U.S. government. “This administration has received no official notice of any travel ban or restriction…