Political

PRESS RELEASE: OPPOSITION LEADERS FORUM

Seven Leaders of Opposition Political Parties from around the Caribbean converged in Saint Lucia for a preliminary meeting on Saturday April 6th to establish a Leader of the Opposition Political Parties Forum. The preliminary meeting brought into sharp focus the need for higher levels of awareness on the constitutional significance and resultant responsibility that comes with the office of Leader…

Contrasting Leadership Approaches: Chastanet vs. Pierre on VAT Reduction

The economic policies of a government can significantly impact the lives of its citizens. One area that often garners attention is taxation. In this article, we will compare the leadership approaches of former Prime Minister Allen Chastanet, who reduced the Value Added Tax (VAT) in Saint Lucia from 15% to 12.5% and promised further reductions, and current Prime Minister Philip…