AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoIndependence 43 Roundup: St. Kitts and Nevis marked 43 years of independence under “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibility,” with Acting PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley framing sovereignty as water, energy, wages and social investment—not just flags and speeches—while the Federation’s Independence Day parade at Warner Park featured SKNDF and police units, plus a Guyana Defence Force contingent. National Honours: The government named 2026 national honours recipients, including Medal of Honor awards for public service, education, law and justice, community work, and diaspora service. Water & Energy Policy: Hanley highlighted major water gains tied to a 2-million-gallon desalination plant and EC$70m–EC$100m in infrastructure, alongside renewable energy steps under the Sustainable Island State Agenda. Liquor Licensing Reform: The National Assembly heard the Liquor Licence (Amendment) Bill to cut red tape for small businesses—adding four licensing sittings yearly and allowing some renewals without court appearances. Diplomacy & Messages: The U.S. reaffirmed partnership with St. Kitts and Nevis through Secretary of State Marco Rubio, while Acting PM Hanley met ambassadors from Brazil and Israel to advance cooperation. Disaster Preparedness: Nevis Disaster Management announced a week of activities leading to International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction on Oct. 13.
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