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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 28, 2026 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Notice has been given. Two Bills will receive their first reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will seek leave to introduce and have read a first time…

New York, (26th April, 2026) — On the 21st April, 2026, His Excellency, the Consul General of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Vladimir Božović, welcomed the Deputy Consul General of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Mr. Kressell Daniel, at the Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in New York. During the meeting, the two sides engaged in a cordial and constructive exchange on matters of mutual interest at both the bilateral and international levels. They explored opportunities to further enhance cooperation, particularly in the areas of development and education, while also acknowledging the significance of cultural exchange as a foundation…

Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan), (26th April, 2026) (Embassy of SaintChristopher and Nevis) — On the 20 th April, 2026, Saint Kitts and Nevis nationalsstudying in Taiwan and friends from other CARICOM and African countries receivedcertificates of completion after a morning workshop on finance and budgeting.The “Where Did My Money Go?” Budgeting Workshop 2026, held on Saturday April 18,was organised by the Embassy of Saint Christopher (Saint Kitts) and Nevis to theRepublic of China (Taiwan) in partnership with KGC Inc. of Kivision Group to assistyoung people with managing their finances as they study in Taiwan. The workshop was facilitated by…

(MOA) Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resourceshas officially unveiled the theme for the 31st edition of Agriculture Open Day & MarineExpo 2026: “Cultivating Our Future With Innovative Technology On Land & at Sea.”The theme reflects the Ministry’s continued commitment to advancing and modernising theagriculture, fisheries and marine sectors through innovation, technology and sustainablepractices. As the Federation prepares for the 31st staging of one of its most anticipated national events,the theme underscores the growing importance of technology in increasing productivity,improving efficiency and strengthening resilience across both land-based and marine industries.The 2026 event will place significant…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 24, 2026 (SKNIS): The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis has officially assumed the Presidency of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Escazú Agreement during its Fourth Meeting (COP4), held in The Bahamas from April 21-24, 2026. This milestone marks a significant moment for Saint Kitts and Nevis, as it takes on a leadership role in advancing environmental democracy across Latin America and the Caribbean. The Escazú Agreement, the region’s first legally binding treaty on environmental matters, seeks to guarantee access to environmental information, public participation in decision-making, and justice in environmental…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 24, 2026 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in Saint Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com. Copies of the Bills will be made available…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 23, 2026 (SKNIS): Senator and Minister of State, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, has been named as a 2026 Young Global Leader and a member of the Forum for Young Global Leaders by the World Economic Forum (WEF). In an April 16, 2026, post on their official website www.weforum.org, Minister Phillip of Saint Kitts and Nevis was named one of six Caribbean leaders identified out of a cohort of 118 under-40 influential young people in academia, business, sports, civil society, government, arts and culture, social entrepreneurship and media. The men and women from more than 50 countries are celebrated as next-generation leaders who bring fresh perspectives, adaptability and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 22, 2026 (PMO) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has noted a lower cost of unleaded gasoline at the pump, reinforcing the tangible impact of the relief measures announced by Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew during his recent national address. As of April 14, 2026, maximum retail prices for unleaded gasoline stood at EC$18.42 per gallon at Delta Service Stations and EC$19.30 per gallon at SOL Service Stations. Just eight days later, as of April 22, 2026, the prices have decreased to EC$18.19 per gallon at both Delta Service Stations in St. Kitts…

The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing is inviting young people across St. Kitts and Nevis to take part in a national survey that will directly shape the “Own Your Summer 2026” initiative. The survey is the starting point for the programme, giving youths between the ages of 14 and 20 a clear voice in determining the types of activities, opportunities, and support they want to see during the summer period. “Own Your Summer 2026” is being spearheaded by the Secretariat in partnership with summer camps, businesses and community-based organisations across the Federation, as part of a broader public…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 22, 2026 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has outlined a forward-looking vision for leveraging digital technology to enhance transparency, accountability, and compliance within the Social Security system, as part of broader efforts to secure its long-term sustainability. Speaking at the Social Security Reform Conference on April 21, the Prime Minister identified technological innovation as a critical tool in addressing longstanding challenges related to contribution compliance and accountability. He noted that empowering contributors with direct access to their information can significantly strengthen oversight and ensure that employers meet their obligations. “We must strengthen compliance so…