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Thursday, June 22, 2023 — The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, in collaboration with the Government of St Kitts and Nevis, successfully hosted the highly anticipated OECS Fun Walk on Saturday, June 17, 2023. This event was held as part of the celebrations for the 42nd Anniversary of the OECS, and brought together government officials, dignitaries, and a large number of enthusiastic members of the public. The Fun Walk aimed to raise awareness of OECS regional integration and promote healthy lifestyles among its citizens. Participants gathered at the Caribbean Cinemas Parking Lot and embarked on a scenic route, ending…

Thursday, June 22, 2023 — The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) launched an “OECS in the Classroom School Tour” in schools across St Kitts and Nevis from June 13-16, 2023. The event formed part of the celebrations for the 42nd Anniversary of the OECS, being celebrated under the theme ‘Vision. Integration. Sustainability, Progress’. The objectives of the School Tour were to: The School Tour featured a range of activities, including engaging presentations, interactive quizzes, and opportunities for students to learn more about the OECS and its work. Throughout the informative sessions, the team actively highlighted tangible benefits of regional integration,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 22, 2023- The appreciation of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis was conveyed to the Permanent Observers of the Organization of American States (OAS) for their continued support of the work of the OAS. This message was delivered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas, at the Dialogue of Heads of Delegation, Secretary General and the Assistant Secretary General with the Heads of Delegations of Permanent Observers on June 21, 2023, in Washington, D.C., during the 53rd General Assembly of the OAS. Foreign Minister Dr. Douglas asserted, “St. Kitts and Nevis deeply values…

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) advises that our Headquarters in Barbados will close at 12:00 pm (AST) today, 22 June 2023 due to the passage of Tropical Storm Bret. We are committed to the safety of our employees and stakeholders, and will therefore advise of our reopening, in accordance with the guidance provided by the Barbados Meteorological Services. All calls will be forwarded to CXC’s office in Jamaica during normal business hours. -End-  For further information, kindly contact us at +1 (246) 227-1700 or email cxcezo@cxc.org (Barbados), or for queries in Jamaica at + 1 (876) 630-5200…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 22, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – The second disbursement of CBI Dividend Payments began yesterday (June 21, 2023) and subsequent batches are to follow.Account information provided from the first disbursement will be used to process payments.However, contributors to Social Security who were unable to apply under the first disbursement, and new contributors to Social Security who became eligible after November 30th, 2022; may apply via the online portal, which is available at www.socialsecurity.kn. First-time applicants are required to upload an image of a valid social security card and proof of accurate banking details.  If applicants do…

Tropical Storm Bret INFORMATION NOTE No. 1 AS OF 8:00 PM ON JUNE 21, 2023 Synopsis on Tropical Storm Bret LOCATION 13.4 N 54.6 W about 330 miles (530 km) East of Barbados MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS 65 mph (100 km/h) PRESENT MOVEMENT West or 280 degrees at 15 mph (24 km/h) MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE 1000 mb (29.53 inches) A TROPICAL STORM WARNING IS IN EFFECT FOR… • Saint Lucia A TROPICAL STORM WATCH IS IN EFFECT FOR… • Barbados • Dominica • St. Vincent and the Grenadines Caribbean Institute For Meteorology And Hydrology (CIMH) Analysis Disclaimer: The CIMH provides special…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 21, 2023 (Ministry of Foreign Affairs)- The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs; International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs; Economic Development and Investment, is currently in the US Capital, Washington, D.C. attending the 53rd Regular Session of the General Assembly of the Organization of American States (OAS). He is accompanied by H.E. V.Sherry Tross, High Commissioner of St.Kitts and Nevis to Canada and Ambassador to Mexico and Panama, Mrs. Sonia Boddie-Thompson, Interim Representative to the OAS, Ms. Shanelle Simmonds, Alternate Representative to the OAS and Ms. Jamela Davis, Foreign Service Officer. The 53rd OAS General Assembly…

INVITATION TO TENDER Reference #: MOA003/2023 Date: 14th June 2023 Tender Title: Purchase of an Industrial Ice Machine The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis through the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, and Co-operatives is pleased to submit a tender for the purchase of an Industrial Ice Machine for the Dieppe Bay Fisheries Complex, as per the specifications outlined in the tender notice. 1. Scope of Work: The scope of work for this tender includes the purchase and installation of a high capacity industrial ice machine at the Dieppe Bay Fisheries Complex. The machine should meet the following specifications:…

CASTRIES, Saint Lucia, June 22, 2023: The Caribbean is uniquely placed to bridge solutions between international communities and chart a pathway forward in pioneering innovative finance approaches on climate change, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, (UNFCCC) Mr. Simon Stiell has said. Mr. Stiell was speaking as he delivered the 2023 William G. Demas Memorial Lecture at the Caribbean Development Bank’s (CDB) 53rd Annual Meeting in St Lucia on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. The thematic emphasis of the Lecture came against the background of the Region’s ongoing challenges with mobilising financing to address the accelerating effects of…