Tag: Global Port Holdings

Prime Minister Pierre’s Secret Global Ports Holdings Deal: A Cause for Concern

In a democracy, transparency and accountability are paramount. Unfortunately, these principles seem to have been disregarded by Prime Minister Philip J Pierre in his handling of the Global Ports Holdings deal, which has been shrouded in secrecy from the start. The recent secret ceremony held on Monday, April 29th, 2024, to mark the commencement of the project is just the…

Philip J Pierre’s 40 Year Deal with GPH a Disaster for Saint Lucia!

Prime Minister Philip J Pierre’s decision to grant a foreign developer control over Port Castries and the Soufrière waterfront for a staggering 40-year period is highly questionable and deserves significant criticism. This move not only raises concerns about the long-term sovereignty of Saint Lucia’s key ports but also raises serious doubts about the fairness and transparency of the decision-making process.…