Published 21 December 2024
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NEW ROAD TRAFFIC FATALITY UNDER POLICE INVESTIGATION
The Police are investigating a traffic accident that resulted in the death of twenty-nine (29)-year-old Simoneth Williams of St. Peter’s, St. Kitts. The incident occurred on December 20th, 2024, between 11:30PM and 12AM, on the island main road in New Road, near the fencing of the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport’s runway.
Published 20 December 2024
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APPROPRIATION (2025) BILL, 2024, PASSED INTO LAW IN ST. KITTS AND NEVIS’ PARLIAMENT
Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 20, 2024 (SKNIS): After a period spanning five (5) days, from the presentation of St. Kitts and Nevis’ 2025 Budget Address by the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance on December 16, to the rebuttal by Leader of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition, the Honourable Mark Brantley, and debates by parliamentarians, The Appropriation (2025) Bill, 2024, with total estimates for 2025 of EC$ 1. Billion for recurrent expenditure, capital expenditure and net lending, was passed into law on Friday, December 20, 2024.
Published 20 December 2024
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SENIOR MINISTER DR. DOUGLAS HIGHLIGHTS 2024 ACHIEVEMENTS AND STRATEGIC VISION FOR 2025
Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 20, 2024 (SKNIS): The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment, delivered a powerful address highlighting the government’s significant accomplishments in 2024, and presenting a bold vision for 2025. His remarks, made during his support of the 2025 Budget Debate on Friday, December 20, 2024, outlined a clear roadmap for continued progress and prosperity for St. Kitts and Nevis.
Published 20 December 2024
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NHC TO OFFER ADDITIONAL INNOVATIVE HOUSING SOLUTIONS FOR FAMILIES
Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 20, 2024 (SKNIS): Prospective homeowners in St. Kitts, who do not qualify for pre-approved funding from a financial institution to meet the housing solution by East Coast Housing Development, have been assured that they will not be left out of the housing revolution.
Published 20 December 2024
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ST. KITTS AND NEVIS STRENGTHENED GLOBAL TIES AND DIPLOMATIC POSITION IN 2024
Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 20, 2024 (SKNIS): The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Llewellyn Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment, highlighted the achievements of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 2024, during his support for the 2025 Budget Debate on Friday, December 20, 2024.
In 2024, St. Kitts and Nevis further strengthened its diplomatic ties, formalising relations with Pakistan, Cape Verde, Palau, Lebanon, and Comoros. A Visa Waiver Agreement with Kazakhstan was also signed, easing travel for citizens of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Senior Minister Dr. Douglas said that the ministry successfully advocated for the Sustainable Island State (SIS) pillars, focusing on climate resilience, renewable energy, and food security. Partnerships with organisations like the Cuban National Institute of Hydraulic Resources and the Port Mariel Special Development Zone were established to advance sustainable development initiatives.
St. Kitts and Nevis demonstrated solidarity by coordinating medical supply donations to Cuba and providing scholarships to nine students in fields such as engineering and medicine. Seven professionals graduated from Cuban institutions, contributing to the country’s human resource development.
Looking to 2025, Dr. Douglas said that the ministry will expand its diplomatic relations with African and Middle Eastern nations, promote economic growth through investments in renewable energy, tourism, and climate resilience, and empower the diaspora through enhanced consular services and engagement initiatives.
He added that the ministry’s ongoing efforts will continue to strengthen St. Kitts and Nevis’ position as a trusted global partner while contributing to the nation’s sustainable development and prosperity.
