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Published 11 June 2026
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SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS PASSES AMENDMENTS TO BANKING ACT STRENGTHENING CONSUMER PROTECTION AND ACCESS TO BANKING SERVICES

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 11, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has taken another significant step toward strengthening consumer protection and improving the banking experience for citizens with the passage of the Banking (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, in the National Assembly today, June 11, 2026.

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Published 11 June 2026
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ST. KITTS-NEVIS DEFENCE FORCE INTRODUCES DIGITAL COMBAT UNIFORMS

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 11, 2026 (SKNIS): Acting Commander of the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF), Major Kayode Sutton, has hailed the significance of the new digital combat uniforms for the Infantry, Coast Guard Units and Reserves, as another milestone in the modernisation of the military organisation. 

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Published 11 June 2026
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Prime Minister Drew: Climate Change Demands Urgent Action as Federation Faces Severe Drought

Basseterre, St Kitts, June 11, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, who also as responsibility for the National Emergency Management Authority (NEMA), Hon Dr. Terrance Drew, has underscored the urgent need for decisive climate action as St Kitts and Nevis confronts one of the most severe droughts in recent history, stressing that climate change is no longer a distant threat but a present-day reality affecting the lives of citizens and residents across the Federation.

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Published 10 June 2026

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St. Kitts and Nevis News Source

STATEMENT re: UPDATE ON THE PASSING OF MR ZIYUAN WANG

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) provides the following update regarding the late Mr Ziyuan Wang, the visiting cruise crew member who was reported missing while hiking on Mt Liamuiga on May 27th , 2026.

Following an extensive search and recovery operation, Mr Wang’s body was located on June 1st, 2026, in a ravine far from the established hiking trail. A post mortem examination conducted on June 9th, 2026, determined that Mr Wang died as a result of injuries sustained in a fall from a significant height. The examination found no evidence of foul play, and the findings are consistent with a tragic accident.

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Published 10 June 2026

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RESTORATIVE JUSTICE IS KEY TO BUILDING SAFER COMMUNITIES SAYS ATTORNEY-GENERAL WILKIN 

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 08, 2026 (SKNIS): Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, emphasised the importance of restorative justice, mediation, and early intervention in addressing conflict and strengthening community safety during the opening of the Restorative Justice and Criminal Mediation Training at Koi Resort on Monday, June 08.

The four-day training, which runs from June 08–11, brought together police officers, social development officers, probation officers, child protection professionals, social workers, community development officers, youth practitioners, human security professionals, and other justice sector officials.

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