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A Snapshot Of Saint Lucia’s Climate Resilience Journey

St. Lucia – Saint Lucia’s Climate Resilience Journey can be described as a multifaceted progressive pursuit; led by policy shaped by engagement, aiming to drive efforts to integrate climate resilience considerations into national planning and development goals. As the nation continues to plan for and respond to the growing threats of climate change, it actively […]

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Saint Lucia Participates In Meeting Of 43 National Drug Agencies In Brussels

St. Lucia – During the period October 8 to 10, 2024, a landmark exchange meeting convened in Brussels, bringing together 43 National Drug Agencies from the Caribbean, Latin America, and the European Union (EU). Organized under the COPOLAD III Programme within the EU-CELAC Mechanism for Cooperation and Coordination on Drugs, strengthened technical knowledge-sharing and deepen […]

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Nevis Records Growth In Jobs And Employment In 2024

Charlestown, Nevis – The Nevis Island Administration (NIA), under the leadership of the Concerned Citizens Movement (CCM), continues to strengthen its economic foundation by achieving growth in employment and wages. According to the Social Security employment report for January to June 2024, Nevis is experiencing positive trends in job creation, the number of employed individuals, and […]

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Premier Mark Brantley Returns From Successful Trip To Bermuda, Strengthening Ties Between Nevis And Bermuda

Charlestown, Nevis – Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley, has returned to Nevis following a productive official visit to Bermuda, where he engaged in meaningful dialogue aimed at deepening the historical and strategic relationship between Bermuda and the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. On October 25, Premier Brantley led a well-attended town hall in […]

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St. Kitts And Nevis’ Inclusive Approach To Budget Development Commended By ECCB Governor

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Timothy Antoine, applauded the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis for its inclusive and collaborative approach in shaping the budget for the 2025 fiscal year. His comments were made at the 2025 Budget National Forum held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on […]

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Prime Minister Dr. Drew Stresses The Need For Economic Resiliency And Diversification As The Way Forward For St. Kitts And Nevis

Basseterre, St. Kitts – At the hugely successful Budget 2025 National Forum on October 30, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, indicated that the path to a sustainable future for St. Kitts and Nevis hinges upon economic resiliency and diversification. Prime Minister Dr. Drew told the attendees of Wednesday’s forum that his government’s intention is […]

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Government of St. Kitts And Nevis Gains Critical Insights And Perspectives As It Contunues The Process Of Shaping The 2025 National Budget

Basseterre, St. Kitts – In a strategic move towards promoting inclusivity in national development, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis convened the Budget 2025 National Forum at the St. Kitts Marriott Ballroom today, October 30, 2024, where public, private sector, and civil society representatives were given the opportunity to share their views, insights and suggestions […]

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More Than a Quarter Million Dollars For Child’s Snakebite Treatment In US.

Jackie Fortiér October 30, 2024 (Editor’s note: It has always been known that medical care is very expensive in the United States, but this story shows that there is little standardization of the cost of treatment for a relatively rare condition like snakebite.)   This spring, a few days after his 2nd birthday, Brigland Pfeffer […]

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Good Beating Evil In Guyana, Says Pres.

As Diwali festivities get underway in Guyana, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said the government is committed to the festival’s core message of ‘Good over Evil.’ He explained that government policies and programs are designed to embody this principle and bring about positive change. The president joined flocks of Guyanese for a vibrant Diwali Mahostav […]

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World Bank Gives Nod To Sin Taxes On Brazilians.

The World Bank said on Wednesday that Brazil has a “special chance” to improve public health by setting taxes on harmful products like tobacco, alcohol, and sugary drinks. These products are known to harm people’s health, as reported by Agencia Brasil. The World Bank also shared some suggestions on how to create and use these […]

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