AGP Executive Report
Last update: 34 minutes agoCost-of-Living Relief: The Government reminded residents and businesses that customs relief is still in effect, including a waiver of bunker and shipper surcharges from customs tax and duty calculations to blunt rising global fuel and freight costs. Small Business Support: The Ministry of Small Business & Entrepreneurship launched a financial management training programme for entrepreneurs, covering budgeting, cash flow, record-keeping and strategic planning, with National Bank as a partner. Green Finance & Banking: St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank was named Official Sustainability Partner for Environment Month 2026, linking banking support to the Sustainable Island State Agenda. Renewables Push: A consultative workshop kicked off work on a Renewable Energy Transition Roadmap aimed at moving St. Kitts and Nevis toward 100% renewable electricity generation by 2030, funded by the EU via EUROCLIMA and delivered with UNDP and GTI. Regional Business & Policy: CARICOM Heads of Government will meet in St. Lucia from July 5–8, with business sessions and a streamed opening ceremony featuring St. Kitts and Nevis’ outgoing chair, Dr. Terrance Drew. Tourism Economy: Caribbean Tourism Organisation unveiled a Tourism Supply Side Initiative to boost local economic retention and resilience, with Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew backing the push. Housing Development: Construction has started on Cluster Homes in Buckley’s Housing Area, with officials urging eligible residents to apply.
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