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Premier Wheatley in St Kitts for 50th Regular Meeting of Heads of Gov’t of CARICOM

Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026, for the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Deputy Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr the Hon Geoffrey Hanley, led the delegation that welcomed the VI Premier. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis
The 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will focus on economic resilience, food and energy security, climate action, regional safety, transportation connectivity, and sustainable development. Photo: CARICOM
The 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) will focus on economic resilience, food and energy security, climate action, regional safety, transportation connectivity, and sustainable development. Photo: CARICOM
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, is greeted by the Deputy Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr the Hon Geoffrey Hanley, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, is greeted by the Deputy Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr the Hon Geoffrey Hanley, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), right, upon his arrival in Saint Kitts and Nevis this morning, February 24, 2026. Photo: Gov’t of St Kitts & Nevis
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) departed the Virgin Islands (VI) today, February 24, 2026, for the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

Regional leaders have gathered under the Chairmanship of St Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr Terrance M. Drew, to engage in high-level discussions that will shape the future of Caribbean integration.

Focus of conference

Over the next several days, the Conference will focus on economic resilience, food and energy security, climate action, regional safety, transportation connectivity, and sustainable development.

According to CARICOM, this historic 50th Meeting represents both reflection and resolve, celebrating more than five decades of progress while charting a forward-looking course for a united, resilient, and prosperous Caribbean Community.

The CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting concludes on Thursday, February 27, 2026.

Meanwhile, Deputy Premier Hon Julian Fraser RA (R3) is acting as Premier.

17 Responses to “Premier Wheatley in St Kitts for 50th Regular Meeting of Heads of Gov’t of CARICOM”

  • Xxx (24/02/2026, 12:20) Like (12) Dislike (27) Reply
    He continues to represent us very well
  • hog city (24/02/2026, 13:36) Like (11) Dislike (0) Reply
    Fraser is in his glory days always acting
  • Gary Oak (24/02/2026, 14:03) Like (14) Dislike (4) Reply
    gone again mehson tax gotta get used up
  • Well sag (24/02/2026, 14:14) Like (27) Dislike (0) Reply
    Lets hope he takes a good look at the infrastructure in st.kitts.
  • John (24/02/2026, 15:17) Like (8) Dislike (16) Reply
    Say what you want this premier can represent us any where in the world unlike others
    • @John (26/02/2026, 15:12) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      So we heard the same thing of his grandpapa and everybody was while everybody was losing their homes and property. sweet talkers but not much common sense.
  • Mr. Airmiles (24/02/2026, 15:30) Like (20) Dislike (4) Reply
    whilst we are sucking potholes..
  • Globe trotter (24/02/2026, 15:48) Like (18) Dislike (3) Reply
    He isn't getting dizzy from all this flying?
  • Dah deh best ah he (24/02/2026, 15:58) Like (15) Dislike (3) Reply
    Racking up frequent flyer miles
  • Observer (24/02/2026, 16:16) Like (23) Dislike (3) Reply
    Mr Premier please to compare the roads in St. Kitts to those in the BVI.
    I have been here for 43 years and no improvements with the roads in the BVI.
  • 100 mil (24/02/2026, 19:32) Like (5) Dislike (1) Reply
    He right he going spend the 100 mil but we fail to realize is waste he wasting it!
  • Wellsah (24/02/2026, 19:54) Like (0) Dislike (3) Reply
    minus whale give him a private jet
  • My Premier.. pls. (25/02/2026, 04:35) Like (17) Dislike (2) Reply
    While you are in SK, Take a look at the two huge Cruise Pier that holds 4 large Ships eadily, Also take a look at the Road see how wide and smoothe they are, then ask yourself. Is BVI realy progressing. The BVI that was in the Off shore Banking and Cruiseship game way before, the BVI that was once known as the richest Island per size and population in the 80s and 90s. Answer this. Are you please with the BVI progress.?
  • —————————— (25/02/2026, 07:12) Like (5) Dislike (13) Reply
    We know the bvi is on the move the nasty coi by the uk has put we back 15 years with things that the uk don’t do themselves
    • @—————————— (26/02/2026, 15:15) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      bring up every point the CoI brought up, bring your procedures and tell us how the coi did anything. we did it to ourselves. Stop with the lies and move on with the work of the people This story stopped sticking long time. The coi only in place for what you all want.
  • yrral (27/02/2026, 13:56) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Lots of these leaders of Caricom his especially sidechick of Trinidad ,grubble to Trump like a lapdog, when he days of absolutely rules can come to end this summer with impeachment and the Democrats seize the reign of power in the Congress


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