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PM Pierre: OECS Integration Must Be Driven by Regional Commitment, Not Global Pressures

Staff Writer - June 19, 2025

Prime Minister of Saint Lucia and Chairman of the OECS Authority, Hon. Philip J. Pierre, has reaffirmed the region’s responsibility to chart its own path toward deeper integration, warning that small states cannot rely on external forces to drive...

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PM Pierre: No U.S. Notification on Travel Restrictions or CIP Issues

Staff Writer - June 17, 2025

Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has dismissed media speculation about potential travel restrictions being imposed by the United States on Saint Lucian nationals, stating that no official communication has been received from U.S. authorities on the matter. “As of...

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Dr. Velon John Remembered as Legal Luminary and Tireless Public Servant

Staff Writer - June 13, 2025

Castries, Saint Lucia (June 2025) — Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has paid an emotional tribute to his former Cabinet colleague and close friend, Dr. Velon Leo John, following the former minister’s passing at age 83. Describing him as...

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Hilaire Rejects Opposition Allegations Over Bannanes Bay Redevelopment, Cites Past UWP Plans

Staff Writer - June 11, 2025

Tourism Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Dr. Ernest Hilaire has forcefully rejected allegations by the opposition United Workers Party (UWP) regarding the relocation of residents from Bannanes Bay as part of the area's redevelopment. Speaking to the media Tuesday, Dr....

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SLP Rallies Behind Kenson Casimir, Highlights Major Healthcare and Tourism Developments in Gros Islet

Staff Writer - June 5, 2025

The Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) is standing firmly behind Gros Islet MP Kenson Casimir, as members of the party gathered on Tuesday night to reaffirm their support amid rising political tensions. At the forefront of the discussion was the...

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UWP Deputy Leader Questions Transparency and Economic Impact of 40-Year Port Agreement with Global Port Holdings

Staff Writer - June 5, 2025

CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA — Deputy Political Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Guy Joseph, has sounded the alarm over what he describes as a deeply flawed and opaque agreement between the Government of Saint Lucia and Global Port...

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St Lucia’s Chief Lawmaker Alvina Reynolds Elected Vice President of ParlAmericas in Historic First for OECS

Staff Writer - June 3, 2025

St Lucia has made history on the international stage as Senate President Alvina Reynolds was elected Vice President of ParlAmericas, becoming the first Saint Lucian and OECS national to ever hold the position. Her election was confirmed on Thursday,...

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PM Pierre Defends Airport Project Overhaul

Staff Writer - May 26, 2025

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has strongly defended his administration’s decision to chart a new course for the rehabilitation of the Hewanorra International Airport (HIA), insisting that the previous model pursued by the former government was neither sustainable nor...

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Dr. Anthony Distances Himself from Vieux Fort South Candidate Selection Process

Staff Writer - May 23, 2025

Outgoing Member of Parliament for Vieux Fort South and former Prime Minister Dr. Kenny D. Anthony has officially bowed out of elective politics. Speaking at a public meeting in Vieux Fort on Wednesday night, Dr. Anthony confirmed that he...

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Nancy Charles Slams Kenny Anthony’s Legacy in Vieux Fort South

Staff Writer - May 23, 2025

In a pointed and unrestrained critique during the United Workers’ Party’s (UWP) “Meet the Opposition” programme on Thursday, the party’s National Mobilisation Officer, Nancy Charles, dismissed outgoing Vieux Fort South MP Dr. Kenny Anthony’s legacy as inconsequential and celebrated...

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