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Caribbean Urged To Maintain Economic Sustainability

St. Kitts – Nevis’ – Prime Minister Douglas
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Basseterre, Saint Kitts – Nevis
July 16, 2008 (CUOPM)

With the challenges presently facing regional governments, St. Kitts and Nevis and other member nations of the Caribbean Community are working steadfastly to do what is in their power to maintain sustainability of their economies.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas in an address at the launching of a 500 low-income home project called for the growing of food in backyards, adherence to several conservation measures, prudent fiscal policies and increased cooperation between government and civil society.

“There are many challenges that small states like ours are currently experiencing. Globally, the cost of living is rising, and economies and social structures face serious difficulties every day. In some countries, unrest has been experienced. Here in St. Kitts and Nevis your Government is doing what is absolutely necessary to ensure that these things do not happen here in St. Kitts and Nevis,’ said Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas.

Dr. Douglas admitted that Caribbean Governments cannot do it alone and added that “every citizen and resident must become responsible in terms of behaviour.”

Mr. Glenn Phillip (L) and Mr. Rupert Herbert
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Basseterre, Saint Kitts – Nevis
JUly 15, 2008 (CUOPM)

A EC$50 million low income housing programme represents the dreams and aspirations on hundreds of families in the twin-island Federation.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas said the homes when completed will be more than the provision of shelter for the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.

“Rather, it carries the dreams and aspirations of many here in Half Way Tree, in Old Road, Middle Island, Challengers and in the entire country for a brighter future under a caring St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Government,” said Dr. Douglas, who added that the 500-homes programme is a further fulfillment of a promise made to the people to enhance the opportunities to access housing in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Prime Minister Douglas reaffirmed his government’s commitment to continue to respond to the demands for housing in St. Kitts and Nevis.

“We believe that it is important to empower people through the acquisition of property. In fact, this EC$50 million housing project that is starting here in Half Way Tree is designed for persons who fall into the lower-income category. The design is aimed at ensuring that homes are affordable to our people,” he said.

TDC Corporate Offices – Basseterre, Saint Kitts
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Basseterre, Saint Kitts – Nevis
July 09, 2008 (CUOPM)

The St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla Trading and Development Company (TDC) Group of Companies is reporting a pre-tax profit of EC$15.3 million in 2007, compared to EC$12.3 million the previous year.

The pre-tax profit of EC$15,366,989 is the biggest ever in the company’s 35th year of operations.

TDC said that after paying Corporation Tax of EC$4,822,299 and other interests, its profit is EC$10,544,690 compared to EC$7,946,040 in the previous year.

The report documented improved performance in several areas including the Automotive Divisions, Home and Building Depots, the Shipping Agencies, TDC Rentals in St. Kitts and TDC Rentals (Nevis), the St. Kitts and Nevis Finance Company Ltd. (FINCO), the St. Kitts-Nevis Insurance Company (SNIC) , Ocean Terrace Inn (OTI), St. Kitts Masonry Products Limited and MAICO, its associated insurance company in Anguilla.

TDC is attributing its success to a buoyant St. Kitts and Nevis economy as a result of preparations for the ICC Cricket World Cup and several tourism related projects, the construction industry remained very strong throughout the year. TDC noted that under the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party Administration of Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas, the tourism sector continued to experience steady expansion.

St. Kitts – Nevis Honors Charles Wilkin (3rd from left)
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Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
July 08, 2008 (SKNIS)

St. Kitts and Nevis’ hosting of the 4th and 5th One Day International games between the Australian cricket team and the Windies was a success based in large part to the knowledge and experience gained from the 2007 ICC Cricket World Cup (CWC).

This was highlighted by officials attending a brief presentation organized to mark the contributions of the Chairman of Cricket World Cup St. Kitts and Nevis Ltd. Charles Wilkin QC. Minister of State for Sports Honourable Richard Skerritt noted that Mr. Wilkin’s service was symbolic.

“Charles worked as a volunteer [for CWC]. “There are many of us who were paid to do what we did,” said Minister Skerritt. “Charles represents the hundreds of volunteers locally and the thousands of volunteers across the Caribbean who gave their time to West Indies cricket, to national and regional development, and to sports tourism everywhere. As we wind up Cricket World Cup St. Kitts and Nevis Ltd., one year later, I want to say that your work is much appreciated by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.”

While presenting a wall-size framed picture of the first ever ODI held in St. Kitts in 2006 between India and the West Indies cricket team, Minister Skerritt explained that the tribute was fitting as Mr. Wilkin played an important role in establishing an international cricket venue in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Washinton Archibald High’s Winning Quiz Team
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Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
July 07, 2008 (SKNIS)

The National HIV/AIDS programme in St. Kitts has new allies who can provide greater inroads to the critical 15 to 24 age group.

The allies were produced after competing in the inaugural Let’s See What You Know ““ HIV/AIDS Game Show. The competition, which was organized by the CARICOM Youth Ambassador Programme of (St. Kitts and Nevis), saw two students from the Washington Archibald, Cayon, Basseterre and Sandy Point High.

Schools take part in the Jeopardy-style quizzes. Washington Archibald and Cayon competed in the finale, which was broadcast live from the Old Boy’s School Building on July 4. Washington Archibald High emerged victorious after a rousing contest.

Javari Trotman, 15, and Patrick Williams, 14, were presented the championship trophy by Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, who also serves as CARICOM’s lead Head responsible for HIV/AIDS. After, the duo spoke to SKNIS.

Caribbean Urged To Maintain Economic Sustainability

St. Kitts – Nevis Working On EC $50M Housing Program

TDC Makes EC$15.3 Million In Pre-Tax Profit In 2007

St. Kitts – Nevis Honors Charles Wilkin

St. Kitts’ Archibald High Wins Inaugural Quiz