Castries, Saint Lucia – Access to fast, reliable internet is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity for economic growth, education, and digital transformation. Recognizing this, the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CARDTP) is leading the charge in developing a Broadband Policy and Strategy for Saint Lucia. The initiative aims to close infrastructure gaps, ensure universal broadband access, and strengthen the country’s digital resilience. At a recent stakeholder consultation, project leaders and industry experts emphasized that bridging the digital divide is essential to Saint Lucia’s modernization efforts.
Access to land is a cornerstone of sustainable development, fostering economic empowerment, social stability, and environmental conservation. Efficient land administration ensures transparency, reduces disputes, and attracts investment, key factors in national growth and resilience. Recognizing the need for modernization, the Department of Public Service, through the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project (CARDTP), has partnered with the Department of Physical Development to implement an e-Land Registry System for Saint Lucia.
The World Bank (WB) and Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) conducted a Joint Country Portfolio Performance Review (CPPR) in Saint Lucia from January 27-30, 2025, aimed at improving project implementation and aligning efforts with the nation’s development objectives. This strategic collaboration sought to address mutual challenges, enhance project performance, and streamline coordination. Lennox O’Reilly Lewis is the Ag. Director of Projects with the Caribbean Development Bank.
Saint Lucia’s Commercial Court, officially known as the Commercial Division of the High Court, was inaugurated on January 20, 2016. The Commercial Court is a specialized division within the High Court designed to handle commercial disputes efficiently and effectively. Its primary purpose is to provide a streamlined judicial process for resolving business-related conflicts, ensuring a fair, transparent, and timely adjudication of commercial cases.
Saint Lucia will conduct a National Risk Assessment (NRA) in 2025 to evaluate its Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Financing of Terrorism, and Counter-Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) frameworks. This assessment will provide a comprehensive snapshot of the country’s financial security landscape and measure progress since the last review. Simultaneously, the National Anti-Money Laundering Oversight Committee (NAMLOC) is preparing for the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) 5th Round Mutual Evaluations to assess the effectiveness of these frameworks. Juliana Alfred is the Chair of NAMLOC.