Politics News

Prime Minister Gaston Browne encouraged voters to ensure they are prepared to exercise their democratic rights, urging them to renew registration cards if needed and to make informed decisions on Election Day.

The evening ceremony in New Delhi included traditional lamp-lighting and ribbon-cutting, attended by diplomats and officials from both nations, marking a new chapter in St. Kitts and Nevis’ global engagement.

The visit is seen as a significant step in strengthening diplomatic relations, with discussions expected to focus on shared opportunities across sectors including agriculture, trade and business.

The relief, first introduced in the 2025/2026 Budget, aims to shield Dominican families and businesses from rising global prices amid escalating tensions involving Iran and will remain in effect until the end of July 2026.

This snap election follows the 2023 general election, where Browne's Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party secured a strong victory.

Regional leaders pay tribute to ex-president Chandrikapersad Santokhi, remembered for his role in strengthening Caribbean cooperation.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne says elections could be held between April 22 and 30 as voters are urged to validate ID cards ahead of the polls.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit said the move aims to protect the integrity and security of the programme, following similar restrictions on Russian and Belarusian applicants.

Speaking at the launch of the Revised Laws of Guyana, President Dr Irfaan Ali emphasized that no one is above the law and stressed the need to uphold legal order to protect citizens and society.

Prime Minister Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit announced that more than 300 interns in the National Employment Programme, along with long-serving workers of five years or more, will transition into full-time and permanent positions within the public service.

The project, announced by Prime Minister Mia Mottley, is part of a broader plan to ease traffic congestion, improve road efficiency and boost productivity across the island.

Debt-to-GDP ratio drops from 180% to 93%, freeing resources for public services, infrastructure and economic growth.

Baltimore maintained an early, unassailable lead from the start of counting, ultimately winning all seven polling boxes in the constituency.

During the visit, Prime Minister Drew reflected on the deep ancestral and cultural connections linking the Caribbean and West Africa, emphasizing the shared history between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ghana.

Dr Denzil Douglas said Commonwealth countries must work together and ensure every member state, especially small and vulnerable nations, has a strong voice.

The government’s agricultural infrastructure push includes a modern citrus plant facility and a national agro-processing hub to expand value-added production.

The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party candidate secured about 70% support in an online poll conducted days before the March 16 vote in St Philip’s North.

PM Terrance Drew expressed gratitude to CARICOM leaders, officials, and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis for their support in hosting the 50th Heads of Government meeting.

The Newfield Basketball Court in St Philip’s North has been upgraded with improved lighting and paving to create a safer, more functional space for community sports and youth engagement.

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit met with US officials at the CARICOM Summit to advance regional cooperation, security, migration, and a new 21st-century partnership framework.