[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”PRIME MINISTER TERRANCE DREW, ACCOMPANIED BY HIS FEDERAL CABINET, MADE A SIGNIFICANT VISIT TO NEVIS ISLAND.” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” margin_design_tab_text=””]The collaborative efforts of St Kitts and Nevis as Prime Minister, Honourable Dr Terrance Drew and Premier Mark Brantley of Nevis foster sustainable island development.
In a recent cabinet meeting, Honourable Dr Drew, Premier Mark Brantley and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) discussed detailed plans for achieving a sustainable island state.
Emphasising unity, Honourable Dr Drew stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between the people of St Kitts and Nevis.[/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”HONOURABLE DR DREW’S VISIT TO NEVIS” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]The visit provided an opportunity for Honourable Dr Drew and members from his Federal Cabinet to share insights and glimpses of the discussions, reflecting a commitment to transparent governance.
Public sentiments expressed appreciation for the Prime Minister’s leadership, acknowledging efforts to transcend party politics for the greater good of the twin-island federation.
The visit to Nevis builds on the recent annual gala celebration where Honourable Dr Drew and Premier Brantley had previously met.
This consistent engagement reinforces the ongoing commitment to collaboration and shared progress between the two leaders. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”PREMIER BANTLEY’S PERSPECTIVE ON THE VISIT” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]Premier Brantley shared his insights into the meeting, describing the visit as an opportunity to formalise joint Cabinet discussions, emphasising the shared goal of achieving a sustainable island state. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”GEOTHERMAL PROJECT TAKES CENTRE STAGE” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]The primary focus of the meeting centred around the collaborative Geothermal project.
St Kitts and Nevis aspire to address energy needs sustainably, making a meaningful contribution to environmental conservation.
The broader agenda encompassed sustainable island state developments and constitutional reform, highlighting the commitment to long-term progress for the twin-island federation. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”UTILISING NEVIS RESOURCES FOR TRANSFORMATION” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]Honourable Dr Drew outlined Nevis’ valuable resources and their potential to serve both St Kitts and Nevis.
This collaborative approach is seen as integral to the transformation of the twin islands. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]Honourable Dr Drew expressed a desire to initiate various collaborative initiatives ensuring benefits reach both St Kitts and Nevis.
Creating oneness between the twin federation. This commitment reflects a holistic approach to national development. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”SHARED ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE FACILITIES” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]Discussing the health sector, Honourable Dr Drew highlighted the CT scan facility in Nevis, accessible to people from St Kitts.
Similarly, individuals from Nevis can utilise facilities in St Kitts, reinforcing the notion that St Kitts and Nevis function as one country. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”UNIFIED APPROACH FOR NATIONAL ACTIONS” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;”]Assuring a unified approach, Honourable Dr Drew pledged that all national actions would consider both islands as one entity.
The collaborative efforts of the federal and Nevis administrations were positioned as crucial for the overall development and welfare of the citizens.
Progress in sustainable initiatives was evident in meetings with the Minister of Energy, reinforcing the commitment to collaborative efforts benefiting both St Kitts and Nevis. [/ultimate_heading][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”SUSTAINABLE ISLAND STATE CONTRIBUTION” heading_tag=”h4″ alignment=”left” spacer=”line_only” spacer_position=”middle” line_height=”1″ line_color=”#770102″ main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” line_width=”120″ spacer_margin=”margin-bottom:15px;” margin_design_tab_text=””]Honourable Dr Drew and the Head of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), Mr Michael Martin, had successfully replaced the Sustainable Growth Fund (SGF) with the Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC).
St Kitts and Nevis participated in global discussions with the United States and five Caribbean nations to shape future CBI policies.
The decisions made, including the introduction of mandatory interviews, exemplify the commitment to ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of the CBI Programme.
The SISC strives to support the economic and social development of the nation across seven prioritised pillars.
These pillars include: [/ultimate_heading][dt_vc_list]
- Increasing local food production
- Transitioning to green energy
- Diversifying the economy
- Attracting and supporting sustainable industries
- Evolving the creative economy
- Recovering from the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic
- Expanding social protections and safety nets to safeguard the most vulnerable segments of the population.
The twin federation strives to be a benchmark for competing nations, demonstrating the importance of sustainability, transparency, and robust due diligence in CBI Programmes. [/dt_vc_list][/vc_column][/vc_row]