Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, announced during the 2025 Budget Address delivered on Monday, December 16, 2024, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis’ bold commitment to strengthening border security and enhancing travel facilitation with the implementation of an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) System.

“The 2025 Budget will facilitate significant upgrades at AVEC, including the integration of immersive simulators such as a welding simulator and painting simulator which utilise Virtual Reality (VR) technology to simulate real-world training experiences while promoting the efficient use of resources,” Dr. Drew announced. “This technology is designed to shorten the learning curve and enhance operators’ skills to dramatically increase productivity, decrease energy consumption by 50 percent, reduce waste of consumables, and wear on real equipment, and reduce accidents. In 2025, upgrades to AVEC will also include the outfitting of smart classrooms to enhance the teaching and learning experience.”

Individuals who have completed their sentences and undergone rehabilitation while incarcerated at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP), will soon experience an easier reintegration into society, thanks to a new programme being developed by the Federal Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.

The new luxury resort has the potential to be a significant driver of economic growth, creating hundreds of jobs during its construction phase and approximately 250 permanent positions once operational. The project will actively engage local contractors, consultants, and businesses, showcasing a strong commitment to leveraging local talent and resources throughout its development.

The Prime Minister, along with Minister of Housing and Human Settlement —Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, Ambassador Leon Natta-Nelson, and representatives from the National Housing Corporation (NHC) and the East Coast Housing Development Ltd., visited the site of a major new housing development in Ottleys, Constituency Number Seven, on December 11, 2024, where the construction of 20 new homes is underway.

The seawater reverse osmosis desalination plant, a major component of the Drew-led government’s strategy to enhance water security, is expected to produce two million gallons of water daily. Prime Minister Dr. Drew, who has been a vocal advocate for improving national infrastructure, expressed confidence in the project's timely completion. "We are fortunate that every step of the way, every milestone has been met as per the contractual obligations. The work is progressing very well, and we are on schedule," said Dr. Drew.

Prime Minister and Minister of Health et al., the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Health and the Public Works Department, made a special visit to the site of the MRI facility currently under construction at the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital. This transformative project is set to revolutionize healthcare services in St. Kitts and Nevis, positioning the Federation as a regional leader in medical technology and patient care.

In a bold move to strengthen financial transparency and accountability, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has announced plans to introduce two significant resolutions in Parliament. These resolutions are designed to safeguard the financial integrity of the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Social Security system, ensuring that the mismanagement of the past is never repeated.

On 25 November 2024, SOLEC informed SKELEC and the Government that SOLEC “is not currently in a position to issue FNTP (Full Notice To Proceed)” by the 25 November 2024 deadline as agreed to and required by the PPA. Consequently, SOLEC is still unable to start the Project. This notification follows a similar notice from SOLEC after failing to meet the original FNTP deadline of 28 May 2024 outlined in the Renegotiated Power Purchase Agreement of 28 November 2023.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has again laid bare the staggering mismanagement of funds at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis during an in-depth discussion on Freedom FM’s Issues. The Prime Minister revealed that the bank had accumulated over $300 million in debt, with external audits deliberately suspended from 2018 to 2019, creating an opaque environment where mismanagement could thrive unchecked.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has issued a rallying call for Caribbean nations to adopt St. Kitts and Nevis as a model for implementing innovative policies that improve quality of life and empower citizens. Speaking during an appearance on Freedom FM’s ‘Issues’ talk show, Dr. Drew outlined key initiatives under his administration that have set the Federation apart as a leader in sustainable development and social advancement.

The ASPIRE program, targeted at children aged 5 to 18, is designed to instill critical financial knowledge and provide opportunities for long-term wealth building. Participants gain access to financial education on concepts such as compound interest, dividends, debt management, and investment strategies, while also receiving savings accounts and shares in locally-based companies.