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Tropical Shipping Sounds Alarm Over U.S. Sanctions on Chinese-Built Ships

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
Tropical Shipping is sounding the alarm over a proposed U.S. tariff that could severely disrupt trade across the Caribbean. In a strongly worded response to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), the company condemned the move as a “crippling blow”...
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Health, Security, and Infrastructure Set to Receive Significant Funding in Saint Lucia’s 2025-2026 Budget

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre delivered his address in the House of Parliament, outlining the government’s projected capital expenditure, revenue estimates, and financing for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The Prime Minister began by highlighting the government’s planned capital...
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Sandals Resorts International Exploring $6–$7 Billion Sale Amid Expansion Push

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA — March 26, 2025 — One of the Caribbean’s most iconic hospitality brands, Sandals Resorts International (SRI), is reportedly exploring a potential sale valued between $6 billion and $7 billion, according to the Wall Street Journal. The...
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Pierre’s $577M Wage Bill: Relief for Workers, Questions on Sustainability in 2025/26 Budget

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
In an unprecedented budget statement that highlighted rising government expenditure and economic pressures, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre on Monday night outlined a $577.3 million wage bill for the 2025/26 financial year, representing a 6.6% increase over the previous...
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Saint Lucia’s Economy Records Growth as Government Projects Surplus in 2025/26 Budget

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Philip J. Pierre presented the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for the fiscal year 2025/26 to Parliament, highlighting Saint Lucia’s economic recovery, fiscal performance, and future financial projections. 
Prime Minister Pierre stated that the...
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Mixer Brings Hospitality Professionals Together

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
Castries, Saint Lucia – The inaugural Connectors Circle Business Mixer brought together a dynamic group of hospitality professionals for an evening of networking, collaboration, and industry insights.  Hosted at BalaCasa, in Balata, Saint Lucia, the event was organized by Michelle...
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Opposition Granted Extra Day to Review $2 Billion Budget

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The opposition will have an extra day to review the government’s budget estimates before debate begins, breaking from parliamentary tradition. This was disclosed by Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre on Monday, who also confirmed that while debates usually start the...
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The National Consumer Association Responds to Complaints by Purchasers of Used Cars

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
Following its consumer alert about the unethical practices of used car dealers, the National Consumer Association has been inundated with complaints from consumers who have been severely affected by these unscrupulous players in the market.   To protect consumers, the National...
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CDB President Daniel Best Unveils Bold Agenda for Caribbean Transformation

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
BRIDGETOWN, BARBADOS – Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) President Daniel Best has laid out an ambitious plan to propel the region toward greater resilience and economic growth. Speaking at the Bank’s Annual News Conference on March 19, Best emphasized the...
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Central Statistical Office Defends Accuracy of Saint Lucia’s Unemployment Figures

Cherry Ann Gaillard-Williams -
The Central Statistical Office (CSO) is defending its rigorous data collection and analysis methods against claims that the country’s recently released unemployment figures have been falsified. According to the latest report from the Office of the Prime Minister, Saint...
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