Saint Lucia’s, Prime Minister Philip J Pierre has chosen to hand over control of Port Castries and the Soufriere waterfront to a foreign developer for a staggering 30 to 40 years. This decision not only undermines the hard work and dedication of Saint Lucians who currently manage these vital ports but also reflects a troubling lack of confidence in the…
“Yesterday, my office received an invitation to attend the opening ceremony of Global Ports Holdings (GPH) takeover of Port Castries and the Soufriere Waterfront. The ceremony is being held at the port today. Despite the Opposition writing to Prime Minister Pierre months ago seeking consultation on what we deem a disastrous deal, our pleas have been ignored. Saint Lucia will…
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.…