Prime Minister Opens New CIU Headquarters, Emphasizes its Critical Role in National Development
Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has officially opened the new headquarters of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), marking a major step in the government’s efforts to strengthen and modernize the nation’s most significant economic program.
A New Era for the CIU
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Prime Minister Drew underscored the crucial role of the CIU in sustaining the country’s financial stability and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to its transformation.
“If this is such a large business, it must be treated with that level of importance. We cannot be asking people to perform at such high levels and not have the right environment for them. Hence, this was chosen through a transparent and open mechanism to make sure that this becomes an environment where international business can be conducted.”
— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew
A World-Class Facility
The new CIU office, located at Lime Kiln Commercial Development, is designed to reflect the Unit’s evolving role as an internationally respected entity.
The Prime Minister made it clear that the development of a world-class facility was not just about aesthetics, but about creating an environment that fosters excellence.
“Safeguarding CIU is really safeguarding St. Kitts and Nevis, at least at this point in our present economic and financial history.”
— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew
Acknowledging Hard Work and Dedication
The Prime Minister acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the CIU leadership and staff in navigating major reforms and upholding the country’s international reputation.
He credited the strategic decisions made over the past months for stabilizing the program and ensuring its continued success.
“Our visa access to international partners was under serious threat, and quick action had to be taken in order to preserve that while balancing the business of the CIU. We were able to convince them that we are serious.”
— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew
Focusing on Staff Development
Dr. Drew highlighted the government’s focus on equipping CIU staff with the latest training and technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
“The staff must be exposed to world-class training. If you want to have good customer service, if you want to have good development of business, you must have the latest technology. We are on a pathway to being the best office, period, in the citizenship-by-investment sector.”
— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew
Conclusion
The event was attended by key government officials, stakeholders, and CIU staff, all of whom celebrated the milestone as a significant achievement in the nation’s ongoing economic transformation.
FAQs
Q: What is the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU)?
A: The CIU is a government agency responsible for managing the country’s citizenship by investment program.
Q: What is the purpose of the new CIU headquarters?
A: The new headquarters is designed to reflect the CIU’s evolving role as an internationally respected entity and to provide a world-class environment for international business.
Q: What are the key features of the new CIU headquarters?
A: The new headquarters is designed to provide a transparent and open environment for international business, with a focus on good governance, risk and compliance, and customer service.
Q: What is the government’s focus on staff development?
A: The government is committed to equipping CIU staff with the latest training and technology to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Q: What is the significance of the CIU’s role in national development?
A: The CIU plays a critical role in sustaining the country’s financial stability and is a key driver of national development.
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