Workplace of the Prime Minister – Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre initiated discussions with Venezuelan officers following a profitable bilateral state go to to Venezuela on October 6, 2023. This historic assembly, attended by high-level officers from Saint Lucia and Venezuela, underscores the importance of this renewed partnership, marking the start of a promising alliance to reinforce cooperation between the 2 nations.
Key Agreements Reached:
A big settlement affirmed each nations’ dedication to respecting the sovereignty of different international locations. This joint declaration emphasizes non-interference in international locations’ inside affairs and promotes the Caribbean as a zone of peace. Moreover, an air providers settlement was formalized.
Highway Infrastructure Development:
Prime Minister Pierre has secured a ground-breaking settlement with Venezuela to provide bitumen and asphalt to Saint Lucia. This collaboration will considerably cut back street development and upkeep prices, benefiting infrastructure growth and native contractors. Additional discussions with Venezuelan authorities will probably be led by the Senior Minister and Minister of Infrastructure, Ports, Transport, Bodily Improvement, and City Renewal, Hon. Stephenson King.
Agricultural Assist:
Venezuela has generously dedicated to offering Saint Lucia with urea fertilizer, a significant useful resource for supporting the agricultural sector. This contribution will improve meals manufacturing and sustainability. Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Alfred Prosper, will discover further alternatives within the agricultural sector throughout his upcoming go to to Venezuela.
Upcoming Discussions:
Prime Minister Pierre and his Venezuelan counterparts have outlined a roadmap for future discussions. Within the coming weeks, conferences will discover collaborative alternatives in housing, infrastructure, vitality, and extra. These discussions goal to solidify additional contributions from Venezuela that can profit each nations.
This marks a major step ahead in Saint Lucia’s strategic partnerships, demonstrating the dedication of each nations to mutual development and cooperation.