Jahphix Television - #1 BVI news https://jahphixtelevision.com/tag/st-kitts-and-nevis/ British Virgin Islands (BVI) News on Demand Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:55:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Health Minister to Attend 9th OECS Council of Ministers in St. Kitts and Nevis https://jahphixtelevision.com/2024/09/09/health-minister-to-attend-9th-oecs-council-of-ministers-in-st-kitts-and-nevis/ https://jahphixtelevision.com/2024/09/09/health-minister-to-attend-9th-oecs-council-of-ministers-in-st-kitts-and-nevis/#respond Mon, 09 Sep 2024 16:55:22 +0000 https://jahphixtelevision.com/?p=14441 The Minister for Health and Social Development of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, will attend the 9th Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers: Human and Social Development, as well as the inaugural meeting of the Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human & Social Development and Education in St. Kitts and […]

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]]> The Minister for Health and Social Development of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Vincent O. Wheatley, will attend the 9th Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Council of Ministers: Human and Social Development, as well as the inaugural meeting of the Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human & Social Development and Education in St. Kitts and Nevis.

Accompanied by Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Miss Tasha Bertie, Hon. Wheatley will join regional counterparts for discussions centred on regional development and sustainability, under the theme “Regional Development and Sustainability through Quality Education and Social Empowerment.” The meetings will be held from September 10–11.

Hon. Wheatley will also participate in high-level discussions and has been invited to co-chair the Joint Meeting of Human and Social Development and Education Ministers, in his capacity as Chair of the 9th OECS Council of Ministers: Health.

Commenting on the significance of the meetings, Hon. Wheatley highlighted the importance of the three interconnected sectors—education, social development, and health—as key pillars for national progress. “In the Caribbean, especially the OECS region, the synergy between ministries and sectors is not just important; it’s essential for sustainable growth. Each sector, whether focused on health, education, or social development, is critical in our society,” he stated.

Hon. Wheatley stressed that collaboration between these sectors can lead to meaningful progress, saying, “When they work together, we can harness their collective strength, bridging gaps and building a foundation for resilience. Through these types of collaboration, we can effectively address the complex challenges our region faces and ensure a brighter and more sustainable future for our people.”

The 9th OECS Council of Ministers: Human and Social Development aims to share innovative ideas on social empowerment through peer engagement, boosting development on both national and regional levels. The council will review the Social Inclusion and Social Protection Action Plan (2023–2030) and align strategies for social development, with a focus on increasing support for adaptive social protection measures.

Meanwhile, the Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human & Social Development and Education will explore aligning strategies across these sectors, in line with the OECS Education Strategy and the “Fort-de-France Declaration on Health.” The joint meeting will address regional challenges, promoting collaboration between ministries to create policies for sustainable development and harmonising systems to improve access to education, social, and health services.

In Hon. Wheatley’s absence from the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Karl Dawson will serve as Minister for Health and Social Development. The Ministry of Health and Social Development remains steadfast in its mission to enhance the health and social well-being of the people of the Virgin Islands through forward-thinking policies and strategic regional collaboration.

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]]> https://jahphixtelevision.com/2024/09/09/health-minister-to-attend-9th-oecs-council-of-ministers-in-st-kitts-and-nevis/feed/ 0 St. Kitts Welcomes Historic Arrival of Icon of the Seas https://jahphixtelevision.com/2024/01/30/st-kitts-welcomes-historic-arrival-of-icon-of-the-seas/ https://jahphixtelevision.com/2024/01/30/st-kitts-welcomes-historic-arrival-of-icon-of-the-seas/#respond Tue, 30 Jan 2024 15:36:19 +0000 https://jahphixtelevision.com/?p=8220 Local Captain Makes Maritime History Captain Ludel Harvey-Lloyd, hailing from St. Kitts and Nevis, has etched his name in the annals of seafaring lore. Alongside his seasoned counterparts, Captain Henrik Loy and the Chief Mate, Captain Harvey has accomplished a feat that will be remembered for generations to come – skillfully guiding the colossal Icon […]

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Local Captain Makes Maritime History

Captain Ludel Harvey-Lloyd, hailing from St. Kitts and Nevis, has etched his name in the annals of seafaring lore. Alongside his seasoned counterparts, Captain Henrik Loy and the Chief Mate, Captain Harvey has accomplished a feat that will be remembered for generations to come – skillfully guiding the colossal Icon of the Seas into the embrace of his homeland’s harbor.

“The power is good, as a good pilot you always like power. Everything went well today and I’m happy for that,” remarked Captain Harvey, reflecting on the achievement.

The 1,197-foot-long Royal Caribbean Group vessel docked at the 2nd cruise pier at Port Zante, Basseterre, today, January 30th.

The significance of this event was underscored by Tourism Minister Marcia Henderson, who spoke to SKN Newsline ahead of the ship’s arrival.

“Her first stop is actually here in St. Kitts on the 30th. So we are ecstatic, as a matter of fact, and we are currently making plans to welcome them. We have about 30 minutes before the arrival ceremony,” Minister Henderson shared, her enthusiasm palpable.

Addressing the arrangements for the grand welcome, Minister Henderson emphasized the importance of safety amid the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19.

“We’re hoping to involve some members of the public, possibly students, as much as possible. We need to also take COVID into account. The ceremony takes into account all those things in terms of exposing passengers and locals to the ship,” she explained.

The journey of the Icon of the Seas commenced from Cadiz on December 23, 2023, and culminated in its arrival at the home port of Miami on January 10. With a crew of 2350 and a capacity of 5610 passengers at double occupancy, or 7600 passengers at maximum capacity, the ship represents a marvel of modern engineering and design.

 

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