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Commentary June 20, 2024 0Comments

The lack of Accountability and Transparency in the Citizenship by Investment Programme under the SLP

In the realm of governance, transparency and accountability are cornerstones of public trust. The Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) in Saint Lucia, designed to attract foreign investment and bolster the economy, necessitates rigorous oversight to ensure its integrity and effectiveness. During its five-year term, the United Workers Party (UWP) consistently met its legal obligations by submitting annual reports and audited…

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Commentary June 19, 2024 0Comments

Prime Minister Pierre continues to tell lies about the real cost of his Halls of Injustice Project

In recent parliamentary sessions, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre has consistently assured the public that the Halls of Injustice project will cost EC$143 million. However, emerging evidence suggests a significant discrepancy between the Prime Minister’s claims and the actual projected costs. According to a leaked contract between the Government of Saint Lucia and the Trinidadian construction firm overseeing the project,…

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Commentary June 18, 2024 0Comments

Allegations of Corruption and Financial Mismanagement in the Philip J. Pierre Administration

The allegations of corruption and financial mismanagement surrounding the Philip J. Pierre-led administration have sparked deep concern and skepticism among citizens in Saint Lucia. Recent revelations paint a troubling picture of fiscal irresponsibility and lack of transparency, raising serious questions about the government’s credibility and commitment to good governance. At the center of these allegations is the Citizenship by Investment…

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Commentary June 17, 2024 0Comments

When We Stray From Democracy and Transparency

By James Stanislaus From the time the SLP won the 2021 elections, the opposition has been preaching the importance of democracy and transparency in government. Yet, despite the compelling case made by the opposition, their reasoned counsel has been rejected, ignored, and, on more than one occasion, utterly ridiculed by the Prime Minister and his team. Notwithstanding, the Leader of…

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Commentary June 17, 2024 0Comments

The Mismanagement of Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme under the St Lucia Labour Party

Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP), once a beacon of economic opportunity, is now shrouded in controversy and allegations of corruption. The program has not undergone the mandated audits for the past two years, raising serious concerns about transparency and accountability. The absence of these audits is not merely a procedural lapse; it is a glaring violation of the…

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Commentary June 14, 2024 0Comments

Ernest Hilaire lied about commencement of the CIP Infrastructure Option

Ernest Hilaire’s attempt to shift the blame for his mismanagement of Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment has exposed several lies told by Hilaire himself. In the address Hilaire said that the CIP Infrastructure Programme was launched in March. Based on our information the Infrastructure Option was actually launched on February 1st 2024! Hilaire’s words can’t be trusted! Attached in the…

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Commentary June 13, 2024 0Comments

Ernest Hilaire deliberately left out this Thaddeus Antoine is Caribbean Galaxy’s Main CIP Agent

Minister Ernest Hilaire has deliberately left out key details about the Saint Lucia Citizenship by Investment Scandal. Thaddeus Antoine who is publicly known as Ernest’s BESTFRIEND and current Chairman of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, is also the current lawyer and main CIP agent for Caribbean Galaxy here in Saint Lucia.

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Commentary June 10, 2024 0Comments

Saint Lucia records 40 Murders in the first 6 Months of 2024

The recent spate of violence in Saint Lucia, marked by two double homicides over the past weekend, has brought the island’s crime rate to alarming heights. With 40 homicides recorded in the first six months of the year, the situation is becoming increasingly dire, warranting immediate and robust action from both the government. Whilst Saint Lucians generally use murders as…

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Commentary June 10, 2024 0Comments

Corruption plagues Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Programme

During the UWP’s 5 year term between 2016 and 2021 a total of 871 Citizenships were sold. In contrast, the SLP has sold over 14,000 Saint Lucian citizenships in their first 3 years! This means that US$1.4 Billion or EC$3.7 Billion is now unaccounted for under Minister Ernest Hilaire and Prime Minister Philip J Pierre. Where is the money? This…

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Commentary June 10, 2024 0Comments

The Biggest Scandal in Saint Lucia’s History

US$1.4 Billion or EC$3.7 Billion of Saint Lucia’s CIP money is missing. This is the biggest SCANDAL in Saint Lucia’s history! Had this money gone into the Economic Fund it could have been used to: -Fix all the roads in Saint Lucia -We wouldn’t have needed to give our ports to GPH -The Prime Minister wouldn’t have needed his 2.5%…

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