– Advertisement – St. Lucia – With anticipation and national pride, health officials and team members from the Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs gathered at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on Tuesday, February 18, to participate in the Independence Baton Relay. The Ministry’s representatives proudly accepted the Independence Baton as the team embarked on a spirited march through the streets of Castries, proceeding from the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception to the William Peter Boulevard. The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health, Jenny Daniel, said: “Today I’m a very proud Saint Lucian and very proud to be part of the baton relay in recognition of Saint Lucia’s 46th Independence Anniversary. Of course, it’s a special occasion for the Ministry of Health being highlighted as part of the theme.” She emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to promoting health and wellness in alignment with this year’s Independence...

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– Advertisement – St. Lucia – Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre will attend the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), scheduled to take place in Barbados from February 19-21, 2025. Convened under the theme “Strength in Unity: Forging Caribbean Resilience, Inclusive Growth, and Sustainable Development,” the Meeting will address critical regional priorities, including food and nutrition security, climate change and climate finance, the ongoing situation in Haiti, security concerns, digital resilience, external relations, and the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). Leaders will also deliberate on matters related to maritime and air transport, as well as the issue of reparations. On February 20th, 2025, Prime Minister Pierre, CARICOM’s Lead Head for Sustainable Development and Climate Change, will deliver an intervention on climate change, including climate finance, during the open plenary session. The Prime Minister’s participation reflects Saint Lucia’s dedication to...

The Barbados Living Laboratory, a research-only facility, shows the Government’s focus on public health, according to Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley. The lab was officially opened by Prime Minister Mottley and Minister of Health and Wellness, Senator Jerome Walcott, at the Best-dos Santos Public Health Laboratory in St. Michael. The Barbados Living Laboratory has been awarded a government grant of $2.5 million BBD to boost research in human and biological sciences. This lab works with international partners, such as the Canadian-Caribbean Institute at McMaster University, to improve research and training in areas like diabetes, hypertension, cancer, and infectious diseases. Ms. Mottley highlighted Barbados’ commitment to medical services, research, medical tourism, and manufacturing medical devices. She stressed the importance of encouraging students to pursue science studies. She announced a major Government investment in training Maths teachers, recognizing this as a regional issue. She also urged researchers to study local plants like...

– Advertisement – St. Lucia – Tourism and investment officials are looking forward to the completion of a resort development on Mount Pimard, that will further diversify Saint Lucia’s tourism offering-and-increase local economic opportunities. A’ila Resorts is a multi-concept development project that will include a wellness centre by TheLifeCo; a blue zone centre that will feature eco-conscious retail and grocery stores; a spa; family-oriented and adults-only spaces; and eco-friendly amenities. Minister for Tourism, Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire, said the resort aims to create engaging experiences that government hopes will redound to the economic benefit of Saint Lucians. “The new trends in tourism speak of creating immersive and authentic local experiences. That is what the new generation of traveler wants. As a policy, we are encouraging more community-based experiences because we want guests to go out and experience our communities. This is why the Government of Saint Lucia encourages community tourism,...

The Pegasus Hotel, Kingston, Jamaica. Photo by booking.com. – Advertisement – Guyana and the Dominican Republic are working together to promote tourism, aiming to create a high-end travel destination. President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali confirmed this partnership after meeting with Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader. He highlighted that private sector investments and strategic collaborations will help Guyana’s tourism industry grow. “I was very pleased with our discussion. The president of the Dominican Republic is ready to market Guyana and the DR as a joint destination, just two and a half hours apart,” President Ali said. These efforts will strengthen Guyana’s position in the market, giving it a competitive edge. Last year, Sky High Aviation Services Dominicana launched direct flights between the two nations, opening up new opportunities for business and tourism. President Ali made these remarks at the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Pegasus-branded hotel at the Pegasus Hotel and...

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Andrew Holness chats with Jamaica Stock Exchange CEO Steve Whittingham. Photo by Yhomo Hutchinson for Jamaica GIS. – Advertisement – The government of Jamaica will not introduce any new taxes to fund the $1.26 trillion budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Prime Minister Andrew Holness announced this on February 18 at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Grand Palladium Resort expansion in Hanover. This marks the eighth year in a row without new taxes. Holness said the goal is to encourage investment and economic growth while keeping financial burdens stable for Jamaicans. He also highlighted the government’s responsible financial management. Holness noted that Jamaica has had a balance of payment surplus for two years, something not seen in 57 years. He also pointed to the country’s net international reserves (NIR) reaching a record US$5.6 billion, providing a strong economic cushion. Despite setbacks from natural disasters like Hurricane Beryl...

– Advertisement – St. Lucia – Due to heavy rainfall over the last few days, a decision has been made to relocate two national celebratory events that will be held in commemmoration of Saint Lucia’s 46th Independence Anniversary. The annual Military Parade performed by the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force will remain at the Mindoo Phillip Park in Marchand. It is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. The Independence Celebratory Rally has been relocated to the Vigie Playing Field in Castries. The planned start time is 1 p.m. The Saint Lucia All Stars Concert/ Independence Showcase has also been relocated to the Vigie Playing Field in Castries. It is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. The Independence Showcase will feature performances by Sly, Arthur Allain, Shemmy J, Ezra D’funmachine, and more, backed up by DYP. The Government looks forward to celebrating a safe and fun-filled day of activities in honor of Saint Lucia’s 46th...

– Advertisement – St. Lucia – The Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) in Saint Lucia and the Caribbean Cooperative Measurement, Reporting and Verification (CCMRV) Hub have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at fostering better data collection and climate-resilient agriculture. The signing ceremony was held on Thursday morning, February 13, 2025, in the conference room of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development, on the Castries Waterfront. The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Mr. Daniel Lee, Chief of the Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) in Saint Lucia, and Mr. Michael Gillenwater, Interim Director of the Caribbean Cooperative Measurement, Reporting and Verification (CCMRV) Hub, and witnessed by H.E. Nicole Su, Taiwan’s Ambassador to Saint Lucia, and Hon. Alfred Prospere, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development. Speaking at the signing ceremony, H.E. Nicole Su, Taiwan’s Ambassador to Saint Lucia, said the project bears great significance in...

Coast Guard Cutter Campbell’s small boat crew stopping people aboard a overloaded vessel near Anguilla Cay, Bahamas, April 11, 2022. Coast Guard Cutter Charles Sexton crew transferred the 67 Haitians aboard the overloaded vessel to Bahamian authorities. U.S. Coast Guar Read more at: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/immigration/article260504357.html#storylink=cpy – Advertisement – Nations in the Caribbean are trying to calm fears after false or exaggerated information on social media caused panic about Donald Trump’s plans for trade tariffs and deportations, according to a report in The Guardian of London. Although recent figures are hard to come by, in 2014, approximately 4 million immigrants from the Caribbean resided in the United States, accounting for 9 percent of the nation’s 42.4 million immigrants. More than 90 percent of Caribbean immigrants came from five countries: Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Haiti, and Trinidad and Tobago. Rumors claimed that 5,000 Jamaicans had already been ordered to leave or that over...