Published 10 March 2025

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“BBW Well Received”— Prime Minister Drew Releases Figures
 

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO)— The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis’ Budget Boost Wallet (BBW) program has been widely embraced by the public, demonstrating significant impact in providing financial assistance for essential goods and services. At a recent Cabinet-wide press conference, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew shared the latest figures highlighting the program’s success.
 

Launched in January 2025, the BBW initiative offers EC$1,500 in direct financial assistance over six months to eligible individuals earning EC$5,000 or less per month. The funds are credited monthly to a digital wallet via the JAD Platform and can be used exclusively for essential expenses such as groceries, utility payments, and mortgage payments to the National Housing Corporation (NHC) and Nevis Housing & Land Development Corporation (NHLDC). 

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Published 10 March 2025

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St. Kitts and Nevis Reaffirms Independent Foreign Policy Amid U.S.-Cuba Relations Discussion

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has reaffrmed its commitment to an independent foreign policy, affirming that it is not engaged in any practices related to U.S. restrictions on Cuba. 

During the recent Cabinet-wide press conference, Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas, addressed concerns about the Federation’s position regarding U.S.-Cuba relations, stating unequivocally: “We are not part of this practice.”

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Published 10 March 2025

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“An Empowered Woman is an Empowered Nation” —Prime Minister Drew Calls for Bold Steps Toward Gender Equality

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO)— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, emphasizing that women’s empowerment is not just a moral imperative but a necessity for national progress. Speaking at the International Women’s Day Award Ceremony hosted by the Department of Gender Affairs, Prime Minister Drew called for a shift from recognition to accelerated action, ensuring that women in St. Kitts and Nevis continue to break barriers in all sectors of society.

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Published 10 March 2025

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Prime Minister Drew Opens New CIU Headquarters, Emphasizes its Critical Role in National Development

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has officially opened the new headquarters of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), marking a major step in the government’s efforts to strengthen and modernize the nation’s most significant economic program.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Prime Minister Drew underscored the crucial role of the CIU in sustaining the country’s financial stability and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to its transformation.

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