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Published 18 March 2025

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TWO BILLS TO RECEIVE FIRST READING, WHILE THREE ARE SLATED FOR SECOND READING IN THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ON FRIDAY, MARCH 21, 2025
 

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 18, 2025 (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 Friday, March 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given.
 
Two Bills will receive their first reading, while three are slated for second reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law.

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Published 18 March 2025

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St. Kitts and Nevis Seeks Enhanced Support for Climate Resilience Initiatives
 

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 18, 2025 (PMO) – In his address at the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Regional Dialogue with the Caribbean, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew emphasized the critical need for increased support to bolster the nation’s climate resilience and sustainable development efforts. 
 

He acknowledged the GCF’s invaluable role, stating, “The simple truth is that the GCF has been a ready, willing, and indispensable partner in helping our Caribbean countries to progress toward their climate mitigation and adaptation goals.” However, he highlighted that among Caribbean nations, “St. Kitts, of all the countries in the region, has had the least support thus far.” The Prime Minister expressed optimism that hosting the GCF Regional Dialogue would be pivotal in ensuring that St. Kitts and Nevis secures the necessary assistance to enhance its climate resilience and achieve its sustainable development objectives.
 

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Published 18 March 2025

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Prime Minister Drew Leads Delegation to Saint Martin for the 76th OECS Authority Meeting and Historic Accession Ceremony
 

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 18, 2025 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew is leading a delegation from St. Kitts and Nevis to Saint Martin to participate in the 76th Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority. 
 

The high-level meeting, chaired by Hon. Philip J. Pierre, Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, will address critical regional issues, including economic growth, climate resilience, security, and sustainable development.
 

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Published 18 March 2025

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“Political Differences Should Not Divide Us” PM Drew— Joint Cabinet Meeting Reinforces Dialogue and Cooperation Between St. Kitts and Nevis

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, March 18, 2025 – The Federal Cabinet of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Cabinet yesterday, March 17, met for the first Joint Cabinet Meeting of 2025, reaffirming their commitment to fostering collaboration and advancing national development. The meeting, held in St. Kitts at the Park Hyatt, focused on key national priorities, with discussions centered on strengthening inter-island cooperation, climate resilience, economic diversification, and national security.
 

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Published 17 March 2025

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Please see the following press release for broadcast and posting on your various platforms. Grateful for your usual cooperation.

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