PM Dr Terrance Drew and Canadian High Commissioner Brenda Wills meet to strengthen diplomatic ties
PM Dr Terrance Drew and Canadian High Commissioner Brenda Wills meet to strengthen diplomatic ties

Last Updated on February 6, 2025, 2:24 AM AST by Anthony Morris

Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew met with the High Commissioner – designate of Canada to St Kitts and Nevis, Brenda Wills, during a courtesy call at Government Headquarters. The two discussed various ways to strengthen collaboration between the two nations across various sectors.

During the meeting, High Commissioner Wills presented her credentials to Prime Minister Drew and had a meaningful discussion on the enduring bilateral relationship between Canada and St Kitts and Nevis.

The delegates discussed topics of interest and ways to advance their shared priorities under the Canada CARICOM Strategic Partnership that include climate resilience, enhanced economic growth, and regional security in the years ahead.

Deepening Bilateral Ties

PM Dr Terrance Drew said that he was pleased to meet High Commissioner Wills. He further added that the bond between the two nations is built on trust, cooperation, and shared prosperity and they should welcome every new opportunity to strengthen their ties while exploring new ways to collaborate for the benefit of their people.

Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew took to social media and shared some glimpses of their meeting on his official Facebook page.

Strengthening ties between St Kitts and Nevis and Canada

The relationship between St Kitts and Nevis and Canada is laid on the long standing partnership, preceding independence and continues to yield economic, educational, and developmental benefits for their people.

The visit of High Commissioner Brenda Wills will lead to stronger ties between St Kitts and Nevis and Canada, while partnering in various fields like technology, health, education, and more.

Moreover, citizens of St Kitts and Nevis can benefit from Canada’s partial visa-free waiver and can stay in Canada for short visits without any visa.

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