BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – The St. Kitts-Nevis government says the visit of Britain’s All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) signifies an important stride in the efforts to strengthen cooperation, bolster trade and promote mutual understanding between the twin island Federation and the United Kingdom.
Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, at the top of the table, leads his Cabinet delegation to the meeting with members of the APPG .The delegation includes APPG chairman, David Kawczynski, and a government statement said that the inauguration of the APPG earlier this year in the House of Commons marked a pivotal moment for St. Kitts and Nevis.
“This group holds two key objectives at its core: to champion the interests of the Federation within the United Kingdom across various domains, and to facilitate the expansion of trade prospects between the two nations.,” the statement said.
The group met with Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew and his cabinet on Monday and is scheduled to meet with Governor General, Dame Marcella Liburd.
In their discussions, Prime Minister Drew spoke of the shared aspirations and values that underpin the relationship between the two countries.
“This spirit of partnership, where larger and smaller nations work together, fosters mutual benefit and paves the way for shared progress,” said Prime Minister Drew.
The APPG will also hold talks with members of the private sector “fostering a dialogue on strategies to nurture and amplify bilateral trade opportunities.
“Upon their return to the United Kingdom, the APPG will prepare a comprehensive report that will be presented to the Houses of Parliament and the Foreign Office, encapsulating their insights, observations, and recommendations,” the statement added.
