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St. Vincent PM accuses China of election interference to reinstate Golden Passport scheme
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Prime Minister Dr. Ralph E. Gonsalves. United Nations / Ryan Brown As preparations for general elections are stepped up in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, an interesting situation is playing itself out in the...

On Sustainable Population Growth: Human Values
“Population growth can exacerbate environmental degradation when it increases pressure on natural resources and generates more waste and emissions. Sustainable development requires policies that balance population trends with economic growth,...

Beryl Memorial today in Southern Grenadines
MANY OF THE HOUSE ROOFS in Mayreau were reduced to rubble and mangled galvanise by Hurricane Beryl. Front Page, News July 1, 2025 One year ago today, on July 1, 2024, Hurricane Beryl, a category five hurricane, struck St Vincent and the Grenadines...

Minister Stephenson highlights SVG’s push for digital transformation at recent OAS Meeting
Minister of Foreign Affairs Fredrick Stephenson said digital transformation has emerged as a powerful driver of resilience and sustainable development. He was addressing the 55th meeting of the Organization of American States (OAS), held in...

CARPHA,OECS commit to empowering men to prioritize wellness, longevity
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) in collaboration with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, are steadily committed to addressing the pressing health challenges faced by men throughout the OECS and the broader...

Health Minister highlights alarming prevalence of diabetes in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
St. Vincent and the Grenadines has a high prevalence of diabetes which is a cause of concern for local Health Officials Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment, St. Clair Prince provided statistics on the disease at the community level,...

Tackling water challenges: SVG’s path to sustainability
ENHANCING WATER SUPPLY AND SUSTAINABILITY Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment Hon. St. Clair Jimmy Prince says the Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG), in collaboration with the Central Water and Sewerage Authority...

OECS Unveils Free Movement Billboard in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines as Part of 44th Anniversary Celebrations
. Free movement was thrust in the spotlight on Friday, June 13, 2025, when the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission unveiled a vibrant new billboard at the Arnos Vale Roundabout, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The...

One year after Hurricane Beryl, the Union Island community is trying to recover what was lost
Anytime it rains or the wind picks up, Heidi Badenock starts to worry. “That’s just a consequence for going through something so life-changing,” said the 35-year-old attorney. That life-changing event occurred on July 1, 2024. Badenock was in her...

CARPHA and OECS highlight urgent men’s health crisis in the Caribbean
In closing Men’s Health Month, the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission are sounding the alarm on the critical health challenges facing men across the region. Backed by sobering...

‘In the Classroom’ tour in St Vincent &The Grenadines putting youth at the fore, says OECS
Dominica News Online - Thursday, June 19th, 2025 at 9:26 AM As the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission marks its 44th anniversary, it has successfully concluded the 2025 edition of the OECS in the Classroom School Tour in...

Most Vulnerable Nations Bear Brunt Amid Slumping Climate Finance
(MENAFN- The Arabian Post) Greenlogue /AP A newly released global analysis reveals that funding for climate adaptation in the world's most hazard-prone nations has dropped sharply, leaving them dangerously exposed to floods, heatwaves and storms....
Geothermal Energy paramount as Nevis Forges Path to Sustainable Future
by Kevon Browne St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—The Global Sustainable Islands Summit, held in St. Kitts and Nevis, drew widespread praise for its focus on sustainability and international cooperation. Premier of Nevis, Hon. Mark Brantley, reflecting...

PM attends 77th Meeting of OECS Authority in St Vincent
Prime Minister the Honourable Dickon Mitchell joins fellow Heads of Government of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) today in St Vincent for the 77th Meeting of the OECS Authority. The meeting is being held under the theme...

Prime Minister Drew Leads Delegation to the 77th OECS Authority Meeting in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Basseterre, St. Kitts (PMO)— Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is leading a high-level delegation to the 77th Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority, being held in St....
Grenadines Seabird Habitat Restoration Project making progress
Urgent action is continuing to restore endangered seabird habitats in the Grenadines, where recent surveys revealed nesting taking place alongside threats like erosion, and invasive species. Led by the regional non-profit, Environmental Protection...

St. Vincent & the Grenadines secures EC$120M for hurricane season preparedness
As the hurricane season officially commences, St. Vincent and the Grenadines has proactively set aside EC$120 million (One EC dollar=US$0.37 cents) to bolster its response capabilities in the event of a tropical cyclone, announced Prime Minister...

SIDS must hold major banks, rich nations to account on climate finance pledge
Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with responsibility for water, environment, climate change and the blue and green economies, Matthew Samuda (left) greets Dr Milton Clarke, environmental specialist at...

Storm-Ready: Saint Vincent’s Cash Cushion Sets the Standard.
- Advertisement - As the climate gets warmer and weather becomes more unpredictable, Caribbean countries are rethinking how they prepare for disasters—not just physically, but also financially. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is now seen as a...

OECS Commission announces geothermal study tour to Guadeloupe: A step towards sustainable energy
The OECS Commission has announced the commencement of a pivotal study tour to Guadeloupe, focusing on geothermal energy development. This initiative underscores the OECS’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and strengthening...