Sustainable Island Partnership: UN and St Kitts and Nevis Pledge Continued Cooperation

Basseterre, St Kitts and Nevis, February 4, 2024 – In a strategic dialogue fueled by shared goals, The Right Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas, Foreign Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, and Didier Trebucq, UN Resident Coordinator for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, charted a course for the nation's sustainable development voyage. During Mr. Trebucq's courtesy visit on Thursday, accompanied by Uzumma Erume, Economist and Development Coordination Officer in the Resident Coordinator Office and Cosbert Woods, UN Country Coordination Officer for St Kitts and Nevis, the conversation delved into critical areas of collaboration.



Mr. Trebucq briefed Dr. Douglas on the UN's ongoing activities in St Kitts and Nevis, commending the nation's successful completion of its first voluntary national audit in 2023. He reaffirmed the UN's support for the nation's pursuit of the 2030 Agenda's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). 

Expressing appreciation for the UN's partnership, Dr. Douglas emphasized the crucial role of international cooperation in achieving St Kitts and Nevis' "Sustainable Island Nation" vision. He highlighted specific development challenges like climate change vulnerability and economic diversification, areas where he sees the UN's expertise and resources playing a vital role.

The meeting shed light on the shared "Sustainable Island Nation Action Plan," a testament to the government and UN's joint commitment. Dr. Douglas proposed exploring innovative financing mechanisms and capacity-building initiatives to accelerate progress towards the SDGs.

"By joining forces with the UN, we can leverage our strengths and resources to build a truly sustainable and inclusive society," Dr. Douglas remarked, emphasizing the importance of collective action. Mr. Trebucq echoed this sentiment, stating, "We are proud to partner with St Kitts and Nevis on this transformative journey, aligning our efforts with the nation's ambitious goals."

This courtesy call exemplifies the power of international cooperation in tackling complex global issues. As St Kitts and Nevis sets sail on its sustainable development voyage, the UN stands as a steadfast partner, navigating the challenges and celebrating the triumphs together. This collaboration serves as a beacon of hope, demonstrating the collective power to build a brighter future for all.