2025 Budget: A Year of Transformation for Nevis
Premier’s New Year’s Message
On the 3rd of December last year, I presented our Budget that was focused on moving forward, continuing the growth momentum, supporting entrepreneurship, and providing opportunities. The Budget presented was people-centered and received praise from our local, regional, and international partners. In the presentation, I outlined a number of projects and infrastructural developments that we will embark upon in the year ahead.
NIA’s Developmental Agenda
The NIA has laid out a $273.17 million budget to advance its developmental agenda in 2025. The 2025 fiscal agenda includes key projects aimed at transforming Nevis into a hub of economic and social development, such as:
- Continuation of work on the Alexandra Hospital Project
- Construction of 46 houses by the Nevis Housing and Land Corporation
- Initiation of the Church Ground Main Road Project connecting to the road network at Upper Hamilton
- Launch of the Windsong Foundation-sponsored ‘Music in the Schools’ Programme
- New initiative designed to encourage members of the Diaspora to return home to work, retire, and invest
Building a Resilient Economy
Premier Brantley emphasized the importance of building a resilient economy through diversification. "Our focus on the economy will be building economic growth through the expansion of micro, small, and medium enterprises and large-scale investments. In short, 2025 will be marked by economic transformation through diversification."
Key Priorities
The Administration has pledged to prioritize areas such as:
- Job creation
- Education
- Health
- Agriculture
- National security
- Housing
- Social services
These efforts will solidify the delivery of key strategic priorities.
Confidence in the People of Nevis
Reflecting on the strength of the Nevisian and Kittitian people, Premier Brantley expressed confidence in their ability to overcome challenges and seize opportunities. "In the face of challenges, our spirits should remain determined and unbowed. Let us face the New Year with courage and conviction, demonstrating, day by day, the mettle we are made of."
Conclusion
The 2025 budget is a crucial step towards transforming Nevis into a hub of economic and social development. With a focus on building a resilient economy, creating jobs, and improving the lives of the people, we are confident that this year will be a successful one for our nation.
FAQs
- What is the NIA’s developmental agenda for 2025?
The NIA has laid out a $273.17 million budget to advance its developmental agenda in 2025, including key projects aimed at transforming Nevis into a hub of economic and social development. - What are the key priorities for the Administration?
The Administration has pledged to prioritize areas such as job creation, education, health, agriculture, national security, housing, and social services. - What is the focus of the economy in 2025?
The focus on the economy will be building economic growth through the expansion of micro, small, and medium enterprises and large-scale investments, with an emphasis on diversification.
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