Diplomatic Ties Between St. Kitts and Nevis and Saudi Arabia Strengthened

New Embassy and Consulate Established in Saudi Arabia

Manhattan, New York, September 23, 2024 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis has confirmed plans to establish an Embassy and Consulate in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, marking a significant step forward in strengthening diplomatic ties between the two nations.

This decision was one of the key outcomes of discussions held during a high-level bilateral meeting on Sunday, September 22, 2024, between Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, and Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah. The meeting took place at the Permanent Mission of Saudi Arabia to the United Nations in New York.

Prime Minister Dr. Drew also emphasised the strategic importance of this decision as part of the broader commitment to bolstering international relations with key global partners. The discussions also revisited the outcomes of the CARICOM-Saudi Summit held in October 2023, and explored avenues for future collaboration, particularly in advancing sustainability and resilience initiatives.

Prime Minister Dr. Drew said that the opening of the Embassy and Consulate in Saudi Arabia will represent a milestone in St. Kitts and Nevis’ diplomatic and economic strategy, opening new channels for engagement and cooperation in the region.

Accompanying Prime Minister Dr. Drew in the discussions were Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas; Her Excellency Dr. Mutryce Williams, St. Kitts and Nevis’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations; and Naeemah Hazelle, Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office.

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The establishment of an Embassy and Consulate in Saudi Arabia marks a significant step forward in the diplomatic relations between St. Kitts and Nevis and Saudi Arabia. This move is expected to foster greater cooperation and engagement in the region, particularly in areas such as sustainability and resilience.

Q: Why is the establishment of an Embassy and Consulate in Saudi Arabia important for St. Kitts and Nevis?
A: The establishment of an Embassy and Consulate in Saudi Arabia is important for St. Kitts and Nevis as it will provide a platform for greater engagement and cooperation with Saudi Arabia in areas such as trade, investment, and sustainability.

Q: What are the key outcomes of the bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Drew and Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah?
A: The key outcomes of the bilateral meeting include the confirmation of plans to establish an Embassy and Consulate in Saudi Arabia, as well as discussions on future collaboration in areas such as sustainability and resilience.

Q: Who participated in the bilateral meeting?
A: Prime Minister Dr. Drew participated in the bilateral meeting alongside Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, The Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas; Her Excellency Dr. Mutryce Williams, St. Kitts and Nevis’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations; and Naeemah Hazelle, Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office.