AGP Executive Report

World Teachers Day: Acting Prime Minister Dr Geoffrey Hanley marked Oct 5 with a message of thanks to St. Kitts and Nevis teachers, highlighting the 60-year ILO/UNESCO framework on teachers’ status and the theme “Standing with teachers.” Nevis Geothermal Push: The EU signaled readiness to partner on Nevis’s geothermal project, with talks focused on technical expertise and possible financial support. STEM on the Move: The Bank of Nevis backed the federation’s four-member robotics team as they head to South Korea for the First Global Challenge. Digital Trade Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis advanced its National Electronic Single Window initiative with a visioning workshop aimed at simplifying cross-border trade through one digital platform. Education + Tech for Children: DPM Hanley’s UNGA-era outreach ties into First Spouses’ plans: Prince-Drew announced a Caribbean conference in St. Kitts and Nevis this November on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. Local Housing Delivery: Constituency 4 received 10 new homes, with officials framing the keys as dignity and opportunity, not just construction. Regional Tech & IP: St. Kitts and Nevis joined WIPO’s IP and Music forum in Ghana to strengthen creative-industry partnerships. Caribbean Peace at UN: Barbados PM Mia Mottley urged the region to stay a zone of peace, calling for support for Haiti’s security and constitutional return.

Subsea Infrastructure Watch: Two Chinese state-linked vessels mapped seabed areas around major Guam and Japan cable corridors, using slow, grid-style surveys that could affect critical undersea connectivity. Disaster Response: A fire on a vessel in the Black Sea left two dead and 11 rescued as the ship reportedly sank beyond Romania’s waters. Nevis Energy: The EU signaled readiness to support Nevis geothermal work with technical help and possible funding after meetings with NIA officials. Trade Tech Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis advanced its National Electronic Single Window plan with a World Bank-backed visioning workshop to streamline cross-border trade. STEM on the Move: The Bank of Nevis backed the national robotics team heading to South Korea for the First Global Challenge. Digital-Age Education Push: First Lady Diani Jimesha Prince-Drew met Melania Trump and announced a Caribbean conference in St. Kitts and Nevis focused on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. Local Housing: Constituency 4 in St. Kitts received 10 new homes, with officials framing the handover as dignity and opportunity, not just construction. Automotive Tech: Chery launched in St. Kitts and Nevis via Motorworld and Horsford’s Automotive, highlighting vehicle technology and safety. Youth & Innovation: A regional youth panel discussed financing and digital tools for the “orange economy,” especially for creative professionals.

Subsea Infrastructure Watch: Chinese state-linked vessels ran structured seabed survey grids over major transpacific cable corridors near Guam and Japan, raising attention on how cable routes are mapped and monitored. Maritime Safety: A fire on a vessel in the Black Sea beyond Romania’s waters left two dead and 11 rescued, with officials still withholding the cause. STEM & Youth: The Bank of Nevis backed the St. Kitts and Nevis Robotics Team as it heads to South Korea for the First Global Challenge, spotlighting local STEM pathways. Nevis Energy: The EU signaled readiness to support Nevis geothermal work with technical know-how and possible financing after meetings with NIA officials. Trade Tech: St. Kitts and Nevis advanced its National Electronic Single Window visioning, aiming to let traders submit documents through one digital platform to speed cross-border trade. Digital Education Push: First Lady Diani Jimesha Prince-Drew met Melania Trump and discussed a Caribbean conference in St. Kitts and Nevis focused on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. Local Housing: Constituency 4 in St. Kitts received 10 new homes, with officials framing the move as dignity and opportunity, not just construction.

AI & UN Policy: Acting PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley told the UN General Assembly that the “next great divide” must not be digital, urging small states to shape AI development—not just consume it—while calling for broader climate and development financing. Trade Tech Modernisation: St. Kitts and Nevis is moving ahead with a National Electronic Single Window, with a World Bank-supported visioning workshop set for Sept. 30–Oct. 1 to streamline trade documents and cut red tape. Nevis Geothermal Push: The EU signaled readiness to partner on Nevis’ geothermal project, offering technical know-how and possible financial support after meetings with NIA officials. Regional IP & Music: St. Kitts and Nevis representatives attended a WIPO IP and Music forum in Ghana, focusing on the business value of intellectual property for artists and music professionals. Youth, Creativity & Finance: A regional youth panel discussed how to help young creatives access business skills and financial tools to grow the “orange economy.” Health Training: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell began specialist anesthesiology training in Cuba, building on earlier service at Alexandra Hospital. Housing (Local Tech-Adjacent): Constituency 4 received 10 new homes, with officials framing housing as dignity and opportunity.

Nevis Geothermal Push: The EU says it’s ready to partner on Nevis’ geothermal project, with talks focused on technical support and possible financial backing after a high-level delegation met NIA officials. Trade Tech Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis is moving ahead with a National Electronic Single Window to streamline trade documents and cut delays, with a World Bank-supported visioning workshop bringing government and private-sector stakeholders together. AI and Small-State Voice: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told the UN that AI access must not widen the digital divide, urging developing countries to shape AI governance while St. Kitts and Nevis strengthens digital identity and public services. Housing for Families: In St. Kitts, Agriculture Minister Samal Duggins handed over 10 new homes to Constituency 4 families, framing housing as dignity and opportunity, with more families already in the pipeline. Creative Tech via IP: Local artists and IP officials attended WIPO cross-regional forums on intellectual property and music, aiming to turn creative work into stronger business value. Education, Tech, and Kids: First Lady Diani Jimesha Prince-Drew met Melania Trump in New York and announced a Caribbean conference in St. Kitts and Nevis on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. Language Rules Abroad: The UK published which countries’ degrees can meet English requirements for certain visa and immigration applications.

AI & Digital Inclusion (UNGA): Acting PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley told the UN General Assembly that the “next great divide” must not be digital, urging developing countries to shape AI governance—not just consume tools built elsewhere—while highlighting St. Kitts and Nevis’ whole-of-government tech strategy and digital public services. Climate & Resilience (UNGA): In the same UN week, Hanley stressed climate as a development crisis for Small Island States, calling for stronger financing and resilience building as drought and sea-level risks intensify. Nevis Geothermal (EU Support): The EU signaled readiness to partner with Nevis on geothermal, offering expertise and possible financial support after meetings with NIA officials—positioning the project for wider regional impact. Trade Tech (Electronic Single Window): St. Kitts and Nevis, with the World Bank, is moving ahead with a National Electronic Single Window to streamline trade documents and cut red tape, with a visioning workshop planned for Sept. 30–Oct. 1. Local Tech/Innovation Recognition: Dr. Almesha Richardson-Campbell won two Caribbean Global Awards in London for thought leadership and academic leadership, spotlighting research and innovation talent from Newton Ground. Housing (Constituency 4): About 10 new homes were handed over to families in Constituency 4, with officials framing the move as dignity and opportunity, not just construction. IP & Music (WIPO): St. Kitts and Nevis representatives attended WIPO cross-regional forums on intellectual property and music in Accra, strengthening links between creative industries and IP offices. Mobility & Tech (Chery Launch): Chery’s official launch in St. Kitts and Nevis brought a new SUV lineup to the local market via Motorworld and Horsford’s Automotive, with attendees also experiencing the brand’s tech and safety features.

Housing & Community Security: St. Kitts and Nevis handed over about 10 new homes to Constituency 4 families in Half Way Tree, with Agriculture Minister Samal Duggins stressing housing is about dignity, security, and possibility—not just concrete. Tech, Education & Diplomacy: First Lady Diani Prince-Drew met US First Lady Melania Trump in New York and discussed a Caribbean “Fostering the Future Together” conference in St. Kitts and Nevis this November, focused on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. Energy & Climate Tech: The EU signaled readiness to partner with Nevis on its geothermal project, offering technical expertise and possible financial support after meetings with NIA officials. Digital Trade Modernisation: St. Kitts and Nevis advanced its National Electronic Single Window visioning workshop with the World Bank, aiming to simplify trade documents and speed cross-border goods movement. IP & Creative Tech: St. Kitts and Nevis representatives attended WIPO cross-regional forums on intellectual property and music in Ghana, pushing stronger IP value for Caribbean creatives. AI Policy at UNGA81: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley urged small states to shape the AI future, warning against a new digital divide.

UN Tech & Youth Diplomacy: First Lady Diani Prince-Drew met US First Lady Melania Trump in New York, discussing a Caribbean “Fostering the Future Together” event in St. Kitts and Nevis this November focused on AI in education, EdTech tools, online protection, and digital skills. AI Access at UNGA: Acting PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley told the UN General Assembly that the next divide must not be “digital,” urging developing countries to shape AI governance—not just consume tech—while highlighting digital identity and whole-of-government tech strategy. Nevis Geothermal Push: The EU signaled readiness to support Nevis’ geothermal project with technical expertise and potential financial backing, after a high-level delegation met NIA officials. Trade Tech for St. Kitts & Nevis: The World Bank and the Ministry of International Trade advanced plans for a National Electronic Single Window, aiming to simplify trade documents and speed cross-border goods movement. IP & Music Connections: St. Kitts and Nevis representatives attended WIPO cross-regional forums on intellectual property and music, building partnerships to strengthen the creative sector. Local Value-Add Agriculture: Minister Samal Duggins welcomed the recommissioning of the Needsmust Agro-Processing Unit to cut post-harvest losses and grow value-added food production.

Nevis Geothermal Push: The EU says it’s ready to partner with Nevis on geothermal power, with talks focused on technical know-how and possible financial support after a Sept. 24 meeting with Nevis officials. Trade Tech for St. Kitts & Nevis: The World Bank and the Ministry of International Trade are moving ahead with a National Electronic Single Window, aiming to let traders submit documents through one digital platform to cut delays and boost transparency. UN Tech & Climate Voice: Acting PM Dr. Geoffrey Hanley told UNGA that the “next great divide” must not be digital, calling for developing countries to shape AI access, governance, and development financing. Youth, Creativity & Money Skills: A regional youth panel in St. Kitts highlighted how young creatives need business, branding, and better access to financial tech to turn the “orange economy” into sustainable income. IP for Music: St. Kitts and Nevis representatives attended WIPO cross-regional forums in Ghana, focusing on the business value of intellectual property in the music industry. Health Training: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell is advancing specialist anesthesiology training in Cuba, building on service at Alexandra Hospital. Agro-Processing Upgrade: St. Kitts’ Agro-Processing Unit at Needsmust has been recommissioned to reduce post-harvest losses and expand value-added food production. Regional Science Policy: Grenada withdrew an A&B whaling bid for scientific review, as the International Whaling Commission postpones voting amid a likely heated debate.

Nevis Geothermal: The EU says it’s ready to partner with Nevis on its geothermal energy project, with a delegation meeting NIA officials and highlighting the potential regional impact of clean power. Trade Tech: St. Kitts and Nevis is pushing ahead with a National Electronic Single Window, with a World Bank-supported visioning workshop aimed at letting traders submit documents through one digital platform and speeding cross-border goods movement. IP & Music: St. Kitts and Nevis representatives joined WIPO cross-regional forums in Accra to strengthen how intellectual property can boost the business side of music and creative industries. AI & UN Policy: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told UNGA81 that the next divide must not be digital, urging developing countries to shape AI governance—not just consume tools built elsewhere. Health Training: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell is advancing specialist training in anesthesiology in Cuba, building local capacity through higher medical qualifications. Agro-Processing: The Agro-Processing Unit at Needsmust has been recommissioned to cut post-harvest losses and expand value-added food production. Youth & Finance: A regional youth panel discussed how creatives can access financing, including better business skills and tools to monetize talent. Automotive Tech & Mobility: Chery was officially launched in St. Kitts and Nevis by Motorworld and Horsford’s Automotive, with attendees getting hands-on time with the SUV lineup. Climate Justice: Hanley also pressed world leaders for stronger climate action and financing for Small Island Developing States. Whaling Watch: Grenada provisionally withdrew an A&B whaling bid at the IWC meeting in Hobart, while requesting scientific talks on reviewing the commercial whaling ban.

Trade Tech & Border Modernisation: St. Kitts and Nevis is moving ahead with a National Electronic Single Window, with a two-day visioning workshop (Sept. 30–Oct. 1) bringing together border agencies, ministries and private-sector stakeholders to plan a single digital platform for trade documents and faster cross-border clearance. Digital Policy & AI Access: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told the UN General Assembly that the “next great divide” must not be digital, calling for developing countries to shape AI governance—not just consume tools—while St. Kitts and Nevis advances a whole-of-government technology strategy and digital public services. Intellectual Property & Music: Local songwriter Collin Wyatt and IPOSKN registrar Jihan Williams-Knight represented the Federation at WIPO’s Cross-Regional Forum on Intellectual Property and Music in Accra, focusing on how IP can strengthen Caribbean creative industries and partnerships. Youth, Creativity & Finance: A regional youth panel in St. Kitts highlighted how young creatives struggle to access commercial financing, with calls for better business skills, financial management, branding support, and wider access to financial tech and monetisation tools. Health Training & Capacity: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell is advancing specialist training in anesthesiology in Cuba, while St. Kitts and Nevis co-hosted the OneSCD launch at UNGA to push equitable sickle cell care and scale proven interventions. Environment & Learning: CFBC and TaiwanICDF signed an MOU under the PROMAR project to tackle plastic waste and marine litter, expanding recycling, circular economy work, research, data collection and public education. Regional Telecom Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU), with a focus on resilience, inclusion, innovation and cybersecurity in Caribbean digital development.

Regional Youth & Creative Tech Finance: A St. Kitts-hosted regional youth panel brought together young leaders to discuss how to unlock the “Orange Economy,” with a focus on creatives getting better business training and access to financial tools and monetisation tech. Automotive Tech Launch: Chery officially rolled into St. Kitts and Nevis via Motorworld and Horsford’s Automotive, showcasing its modern SUV lineup and tech features alongside local cultural performances. UN Tech, AI Access & Climate Justice: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told the UN that the next divide must not be “digital,” arguing small states need a real voice in AI development, plus stronger climate financing and resilience support. Trade Tech for Borders: Saint Kitts and Nevis, with the World Bank Group, is set to host an Electronic Single Window visioning workshop to streamline trade documents and automate import/export processes. Health Tech & Training: A Nevis doctor, Kha-lis Farrell, is advancing specialist training in anesthesiology in Cuba, building local capacity in critical healthcare skills. Agriculture Value-Add: The Agro-Processing Unit at Needsmust has been recommissioned to cut post-harvest losses and expand processing into higher-value foods. Telecom Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, putting St. Kitts and Nevis in a key regional ICT leadership role. IP for Creators: Local creatives attended WIPO cross-regional forums to strengthen how intellectual property can support creative business growth.

Automotive Tech & Local Culture: Motorworld and S.L. Horsford & Co. Ltd. (through Horsford’s Automotive) officially launched the Chery vehicle brand in St. Kitts and Nevis on Sept. 25, showcasing its modern SUV lineup, safety and pricing, plus local masquerade and mock jumbie performances. Digital Trade Facilitation: St. Kitts and Nevis will host a World Bank-supported Electronic Single Window (ESW) Visioning Workshop on Sept. 30–Oct. 1 to map how to simplify and automate trade documents between traders and border agencies. AI Access at UNGA81: Acting Prime Minister Dr. Geoffrey Hanley urged the UN to avoid a “digital divide,” saying small states must help shape AI development, not just consume it, while expanding digital identity and public services. Climate Resilience & SIDS Voice: Hanley also pressed for stronger climate justice and financing, warning SIDS can’t keep adapting as climate impacts intensify. Health & Research Training: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell is advancing specialist training in anesthesiology in Cuba, building on service at Alexandra Hospital. Regional Tech Governance: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union (CTU), reinforcing St. Kitts and Nevis’ role in regional digital development. Youth, Creativity & Finance: A regional youth panel in St. Kitts focused on the “Orange Economy,” highlighting barriers creatives face in accessing financing and monetisation tools.

Caribbean Tech & Youth in Agriculture: Caribbean Week of Agriculture opened in Jamaica with a big youth push. St. Vincent Girls’ High School won the CARICOM “I Am Agriculture” video contest, highlighting how young people—and especially girls—can drive innovation, food security, and sustainable farming across the region. Digital Trade Modernization: St. Kitts and Nevis is set to host a World Bank-supported Electronic Single Window Visioning Workshop (Sept. 30–Oct. 1) to simplify and automate trade documents between traders and government agencies, aligning with WTO Trade Facilitation goals. AI Policy at UNGA: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley told UN leaders that the next divide must not be digital, arguing small states need a real voice in AI development—not just access to tools—while strengthening whole-of-government tech and digital public services. Health Tech & Training: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell is advancing specialist training in anesthesiology in Cuba, while St. Kitts and Nevis also backed global action on sickle cell care through the OneSCD partnership. Telecom Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, with a focus on resilience, inclusion, innovation, and cybersecurity. Local Innovation for Food Security: The Agro-Processing Unit at Needsmust was recommissioned to cut post-harvest losses and expand value-added agriculture. IP for Creatives: St. Kitts and Nevis creatives represented the country at WIPO cross-regional forums, using intellectual property to support business growth in music and fashion.

UNGA Tech & Climate Diplomacy: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley met the St. Kitts and Nevis diaspora at UNGA81 and urged small states to shape the AI future, warning “the next great divide…must not be digital,” while also pressing climate justice and stronger financing for SIDS. Digital Trade Modernisation: The World Bank Group backs a 30 Sep–1 Oct Electronic Single Window visioning workshop in St. Kitts and Nevis to simplify and automate trade documents and support WTO Trade Facilitation goals. Regional AI & Youth Focus: An Op-Ed by Nevis Premier Mark Brantley calls for Caribbean action to prepare for AI’s job and safety impacts, as First Lady Diani Prince-Drew highlights youth inclusion in global tech and education talks. Health Tech & Equity: St. Kitts and Nevis co-hosted the OneSCD launch at UNGA81, joining partners to scale sickle cell care beyond pilots into national systems. Regional Telecom Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, signaling a push for resilience, inclusion, innovation and cybersecurity in Caribbean digital development. Local Skills & Capacity: Nevis doctor Kha-lis Farrell advances in anesthesiology training in Cuba, while OECS services trade practitioners received EU-funded specialised training in St. Kitts and Nevis. Agro-Processing Upgrade: The Agro-Processing Unit at Needsmust was recommissioned to cut post-harvest losses and grow value-added food production. Creative IP on the Move: Local creatives represented the federation at WIPO cross-regional forums, using intellectual property to support business growth.

Trade & Regulation: OECS launched EU-funded specialised training for services trade policy, regulatory reform, and negotiating skills across public, private, and civil society stakeholders, with a St. Kitts and Nevis session among in-country rounds. Digital Trade Facilitation: Saint Kitts and Nevis and the World Bank Group will host a 30 Sept–1 Oct Electronic Single Window visioning workshop to simplify and automate trade documents and align with the WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement. AI & Governance: Acting PM Geoffrey Hanley urged UN leaders to ensure AI access doesn’t widen the “digital divide,” stressing whole-of-government tech strategy, digital identity, and regional cooperation. Youth, Tech & Education: First Lady Diani Prince-Drew pushed for Caribbean youth to help shape technology and education, joining a UNGA summit panel with Intel and Google. Telecom Leadership: Konris Maynard was elected President of the Caribbean Telecommunications Union, boosting regional focus on resilience, inclusion, innovation, and cybersecurity. Health Tech & Research Capacity: The JNF General Hospital lab is moving toward ISO 15189:2022 accreditation with PAHO/WHO and GLESSN support. Agro-Processing & Food Security: Minister Samal Duggins marked the recommissioning of the Needsmust Agro-Processing Unit to cut post-harvest losses and expand value-added production. Marine Waste & Circular Economy: CFBC and TaiwanICDF formalised a PROMAR-linked partnership to strengthen recycling, marine litter prevention, and data-driven shoreline monitoring. Sickle Cell Partnership: St. Kitts and Nevis co-hosted OneSCD, calling for country-owned systems and scaling proven care beyond pilots.