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Remarks by Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, at the Official Opening of the ICT Centre

Published 15 February 2018

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Remarks by Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, at the Official Opening of the ICT Centre

Thursday, February 15th, 2018

Notables Present:
Luis Ayala, Head of Public Sector Central America & Caribbean Government, Education & Not-for-profit, Amazon Web Services
Roger Hennis, Senior Manager, Consulting & Advisory Services, Deloitte &Touche – Barbados
Bevil Wooding, Internet Strategist, Packet Clearing House and ARIN Caribbean Outreach Liaison
It is an honour and a pleasure to be here at this significant event, which signals my Government’s commitment to enhancing the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs), which is a critical part of our mission to build a 21st Century Government focused on effectively serving the people of St. Kitts and Nevis and indeed people all around the world.

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St. Kitts and Nevis economy weakens significantly under Timothy Harris and his Team Unity Government

Published 15 February 2018

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St. Kitts and Nevis economy weakens significantly under Timothy Harris and his Team Unity Government

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 15, 2018 – After strong economic performance in St. Kitts and Nevis in 2013 and 2014, the Barbados-based Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), says the economy has weakened significantly in the first three years of Timothy Harris’ Team Unity Government (TUG).

After significant real economic output of 6.2 percent GDP in 2013 and 6 percent of GDP in 2014 under the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party (SKNLP) administration of the Right Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas, the Caribbean Development Bank in its just released 2017 Report, states that the economy of St. Kitts and Nevis under Timothy Harris’ Unity Government (THUG) began its downward trajectory, dropping to 4 percent in 2015, 2.2 percent in 2016 and 2.8 percent in 2017.

The Barbados-based financial institution said construction activity levelled off and overnight tourists fell in St. Kitts and Nevis in 2017. The CDB said cruise ship visitor numbers bounced back in 2017.

In its outlook for St. Kitts and Nevis, the CDB forecasts a growth rate of 3.2 percent in 2018, stating “there will be further hotel investment in St. Kitts and Nevis.”

The CDB forecasts a 2 percent increase in the population of St. Kitts and Nevis between 2015 and 2100.

Photo 1 – CDB chart

Photo 2 Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Dr. Hon. Timothy Harris

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ST.KITTS-NEVIS GOVERNMENT MOVES FORWARD WITH UNIVERSAL HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMME

Published 15 February 2018

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ST.KITTS-NEVIS GOVERNMENT MOVES FORWARD WITH UNIVERSAL HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMME

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 13, 2018 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pushing ahead with plans to establish universal healthcare coverage for citizens and residents of the twin-island federation with the launch of the National Health Insurance Implementation Commission.

The St. Kitts Marriott Resort will host the launching ceremony on Friday, February 23, 2018, at 9:30 a.m. While making a statement at Tuesday’s (February 13) sitting of the Federal Parliament, Prime Minister, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, said the move to establish the programme was a major step forward in the development of the country.

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New Ritz-Carlton Hotel Resort Will Help Meet The Increased Demand For Luxury Travel Offerings On St. Kitts

Published 15 February 2018

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by: Times Caribbean

New Ritz-Carlton Hotel Resort Will Help Meet The Increased Demand For Luxury Travel Offerings On St. Kitts

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. has signed a management agreement with The Liamuiga Corporation to open a Ritz-Carlton resort in St. Kitts. The property, which is expected to open in 2021, is a first on the eastern Caribbean island for the luxury brand.

“We are excited to bring The Ritz-Carlton brand to the stunning island of St. Kitts and are happy to have found the right opportunity to do so,” said Lisa Holladay, global brand leader for The Ritz-Carlton. “This collaboration will help meet the increased demand for luxury travel offerings on St. Kitts and we look forward to welcoming guests to experience The Ritz-Carlton’s legendary service set against such a breathtaking backdrop.”

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St.Kitts edged By Las Vegas for Best Destination Award at Annual Routes Americas 2018 Awards

Published 15 February 2018

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by: Times Caribbean

St.Kitts edged By Las Vegas for Best Destination Award at Annual Routes Americas 2018 Awards

Gigantic win for the St. Kitts Tourism Authority, placing second in the 2018 Routes Americas Marketing Awards, for Excellence in Destination Marketing. St. Kitts went up against much larger destinations, including Las Vegas which placed first, Barbados, Hawaii, San Diego and Charleston.