Government of Saint Lucia

Saint Lucia’s Forestry Department is advancing climate action through a five-day training workshop, equipping staff with essential skills for improved forest data collection and UNFCCC reporting. Supported by the NDC Partnership Readiness Project (NRP) and GIZ, the initiative strengthens the country’s commitment to the Paris Agreement and climate resilience.

Access to fast, reliable internet is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity for economic growth, education, and digital transformation. Recognizing this, the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CARDTP) is leading the charge in developing a Broadband Policy and Strategy for Saint Lucia. The initiative aims to close infrastructure gaps, ensure universal broadband access, and strengthen the country’s digital resilience. At a recent stakeholder consultation, project leaders and industry experts emphasized that bridging the digital divide is essential to Saint Lucia’s modernization efforts.

In the headlines: Government rolls out the first installment of back pay and salary increases to public sector workers following successful wage negotiations and; a waterlogged Mindo Philip Park in Marchand has forced the relocation of three major Independence Day events to ensure public safety and the preservation of the facility.

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In the headlines: The Government of Saint Lucia advocates for local businesses through foreign investment and; Government announces relief for banana farmers amid disease crisis..

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The Taiwan Technical Mission (TTM) and the Caribbean Cooperative Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (CCMRV) Hub have signed an MOU to launch the Climate Impact and Data Enhancement Project in Saint Lucia. This initiative aims to improve climate impact analysis, refine data collection, and strengthen agricultural resilience, shaping future policies for sustainability and food security.

Saint Lucia's Commercial Court, established in 2016, continues to streamline business dispute resolution, with EC$49 million in claims handled in 2024. The court's efficient and timely adjudication has enhanced the country’s ease of doing business and competitiveness, with expectations for its mandate to expand beyond commercial cases.

In the headlines: Saint Lucian men are encouraged to pursue opportunities for higher education and; the Taiwan Technical Mission and the Caribbean Cooperative Measurement Hub agreed to strengthen the agricultural sector.

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In the headlines: The Millennium Heights Medical Complex strengthens healthcare standards and the Ministry of Health assesses the costs of expanding immunization.

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Education Minister Hon. Shawn Edward has decried the lack of gender parity in the pursuit of higher education opportunities by male Saint Lucians, his comments encouraging young men to pursue tertiary education.

Bringing together Healthcare officials, Policymakers, Financial experts and PAHO representatives, in a two-day workshop to discuss the Costing of Expanded Programmes on Immunization (EPI) was the primary goal of the Health Ministry on February 12 and 13, 2025.

This initiative represents a crucial step in empowering healthcare staff with a deeper understanding of the financial frameworks that sustain immunization programmes. Through its collaboration with PAHO, the Ministry of Health remains committed to strengthening health security and accessibility, ensuring immunization remains a cornerstone of public health efforts in Saint Lucia.