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The government says the initiative aims to boost agricultural production by giving young and land-constrained farmers affordable access to state-owned land.

Prime Minister Skerrit outlined key developments and goals for Dominica’s future.

Participants will gain crucial insights into strategic business planning, financial management, digital readiness, and risk management, with certificates awarded upon completion.

Speaking at the New Year’s address, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre said the agreement is non-binding, creates no automatic obligation, triggers no immediate action and does not change US visa policy for Saint Lucians.

PM Pierre said that the projects will create jobs and unlock growth for the infrastructural growth, aiming to modernize ports and airports.

PM Drew emphasized that the Prime Creative Arts Centre will empower young people, foster creativity, and play a key role in diversifying the nation’s economy.

Experts clarify that refugees are fleeing conflict and persecution, not criminality, and that their relocation to Dominica could bring economic benefits through guaranteed rental income and expanded local employment.

PM Skerrit said the agreement reflects ongoing dialogue with the United States and underscores Dominica’s role as a willing and reliable regional partner.

79-year-old Keith Mitchell, previously married for four decades, has married 41-year-old economist Dr Ophelia Wells following her separation from Grenada’s Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall.

PM Browne said the agreement will allow Antigua and Barbuda to assist with refugee resettlement, with full support from the U.S.

President Trump said U.S. forces struck targets in Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro.

Speaking in her national address, the candidate criticized the two longest-running parties of Antigua and Barbuda, saying their leadership has repeatedly left the nation entangled in scandal after scandal.

PM Drew emphasized moving forward with purpose, calm leadership, and confidence as the chairmanship is handed over by Dr Irfaan Ali of Guyana.

PM Drew said the healthcare sector in St Kitts and Nevis is undergoing major transformation, with Nigerian professionals contributing their skills and experience to serve the nation.

He highlighted decisive government actions, including a revised minimum wage and the removal of VAT and customs duties on essential food items to ease the burden on households.

PM Skerrit emphasized that no existing US visas will be revoked and Dominican nationals with valid visas can continue to travel as usual.

Reports indicate that other nationals from Saint Lucia were also denied visas during the same period, raising concerns about US immigration practices.

To date, 313 of these homes have already been handed over to beneficiaries, with the remaining units in the final stages of completion.

PM Browne emphasized that Antigua and Barbuda has worked closely with US authorities to strengthen safeguards within its Citizenship by Investment Programme, ensuring it poses no security risk to the US.

Speaking at a year-end press conference on Monday, PM Skerrit emphasized that a responsible government must stand with its people during times of hardship.