Enhancing Ties between Nevis and St. Barths: A Fruitful Visit
A Meeting of Minds
Premier Mark Brantley, Minister of Tourism in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), had the opportunity to meet with Micheline Jacques, Senator to the French Parliament, as well as members of the Comité Territorial de Tourisme de Saint Barthélemy (CTTSB), the owner of Spirit of St. Barth magazine, and Bruno Magras.
Productive Discussions
Premier Mark Brantley highlighted the productive discussions with the St. Barths tourism officials, focusing on enhancing ties between the islands. "We had meaningful conversations about fostering greater connectivity with Nevis, increased cooperation, and encouraging the movement of people," he stated. "Additionally, I had the opportunity to meet the president of St. Barth Commuter, an airline that serves as a vital link between our islands, about expanding airlift."
A Historic Wine-Making Ceremony
One of the highlights of his visit to St. Barths was attending a historic ceremony that celebrated the first winemaking test for an orange wine produced from grapes grown on the island of Nevis. "The wine was very well received. This milestone represents a blend of innovation and the rich potential of Nevis’ agricultural resources," he said.
A Symbol of Cooperation
Accompanying the Premier were Mrs. Shawna Lake, Honorary Consul of France in St Kitts and Nevis, and Mr. Steve Tyson of Nelson’s Spring Water, who introduced his product to several key persons on the island.
Conclusion
Premier Mark Brantley expressed his delight at the opportunity to meet with officials on St. Barths, emphasizing his eagerness to foster closer collaboration and strengthen ties between the two islands. "My visit to St. Barths was both fruitful and successful, as we established strong bilateral ties and opened new avenues of cooperation between our two islands."
FAQ
- What was the purpose of Premier Mark Brantley’s visit to St. Barths?
Premier Mark Brantley met with St. Barths tourism officials to discuss enhancing ties between the islands, increasing cooperation, and encouraging the movement of people. - What was the highlight of his visit to St. Barths?
The highlight was attending a historic ceremony celebrating the first winemaking test for an orange wine produced from grapes grown on the island of Nevis. - Who accompanied Premier Mark Brantley on his visit?
Mrs. Shawna Lake, Honorary Consul of France in St Kitts and Nevis, and Mr. Steve Tyson of Nelson’s Spring Water were among those who accompanied the Premier on his visit.
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