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National Climate Change Committee Convenes On NDC Review Process

St. Lucia – Saint Lucia is currently undertaking consultations to develop more ambitious climate action commitments for the next five years. The National Climate Change Committee has reconvened as part of the process to review the country’s Updated Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0). (An NDC is a country’s climate pledge under the Paris Agreement to […]

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Saint Lucia Allocates $5.09M To Support Development Projects

St. Lucia – The Government of Saint Lucia has received a $5.09 million grant from the Republic of China (Taiwan) to support strategic development projects that benefit people and our environment by strengthening capacity, improving climate resilience and supporting economic development. The funding from our Taiwanese partners will be allocated as follows: Climate Resilient Enhancement […]

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World Bank Visits Saint Lucia On Implementation Support Mission

St. Lucia – A delegation from the World Bank is currently on island undertaking a week-long Implementation Support Mission for the Health Systems Strengthening Project (HSSP) and the OECS Regional Health Project which is being managed by the Project Implementation Unit within the Ministry of Health. The mission, which will take place from November 11 […]

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Young Entrepreneurs Complete YEA Introduction To Bookkeeping Training Course

St. Lucia – Forty-two young entrepreneurs recently completed an Introduction to Bookkeeping training course with the Youth Economy Agency (YEA), proving that the demand for building capacity in entrepreneurship is in high demand. The training was held under the theme, “Building Financial Confidence — The Power of Accurate Bookkeeping”, and forms part of the broader […]

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Pinney’s Beach Enhancement Project Complete, Creating A Mecca For Leisure, Business, And Entertainment On Nevis

Charlestown, Nevis – The completion of the Nevis Island Administration’s (NIA) Pinney’s Beach Enhancement Project, located west of the Malcolm Guishard Recreational Park, has transformed Nevis’ premier beachfront area into a mecca for business, leisure, and entertainment for the enjoyment of locals and visitors alike. During a recently-held ceremony to mark the occasion, Permanent Secretary in […]

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Premier Brantley Positions Nevis For Greater Investment At Global Financial Conference

Charlestown, Nevis – Premier of Nevis the Honourable Mark Brantley addressed the prestigious 28th Annual President’s Week Conference in Miami Beach, Florida this past weekend, where he highlighted Nevis as a leader in legitimate global investment through International Financial Corporations (IFCs). The event brought together ultra-high-net worth individuals and leaders in international asset protection and investment. Premier […]

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Americas Have Triple Child Murder Rate Compared To Rest Of World, Says PAHO Doc.

At the opening of the First Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa, Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), made an urgent call to action to address violence against children, adolescents, and youth in the Americas.

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Court Documents Unsealed In Prisoner Deal Allege Iranians Tried To Kill Trump Before Election.

Iranian operatives sought to assassinate now President-elect Doanld Trump just weeks before Tuesday’s U.S. presidential election and were willing to forego other plots against regime critics and high-profile targets to see it through, court documents say.

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BVI Government Taking Over Management Of International Trade Sanctions From Governor.

Starting on November 15, 2024, all sanctions applications, report forms, and related questions will be handled by the Virgin Islands Sanctions Unit, managed by the Attorney General.

The Virgin Islands Sanctions Unit is a dedicated body established to oversee the implementation and enforcement of international sanctions within the Virgin Islands.

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