AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoU.S. Visitor Visas: St. Kitts and Nevis led several OECS neighbours in early 2026 with 238 B1/B2 visitor visas issued across January and February, outpacing St. Lucia (193), Grenada (164) and St. Vincent and the Grenadines (142). Independence Countdown: The Federation will observe Independence Day 2026 on Saturday, Sept. 19, with Friday Sept. 18 and Monday Sept. 21 staying as normal working days; rehearsals are underway for the Independence Ceremonial Parade at Warner Park. Tourism & Skills: The St. Kitts Tourism Authority rolled out practical training for local hair braiders and aloe rub vendors, focusing on professional conduct and customer service for cruise and stayover visitors. Sports Calendar: Nevis will host the 2026 National Triathlon Championship on Sunday, Nov. 15 at Oualie Beach Resort, with categories for all ages and a $75 USD entry fee. Regional Climate Resilience: A new US$12.55 million GEF-funded project (CC4FISH-II) launched to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in the Caribbean fisheries sector, benefiting coastal communities across multiple islands including St. Kitts and Nevis.
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