Special Sustainability Zones Ad Hoc Committee Meets as Government Advances Development Framework

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, January 12, 2026 (PMO) —The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to advance structured, transparent development planning with the convening of the Special Sustainability Zones (SSZ) Ad Hoc Committee.

Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew confirmed during the Round Table engagement that the committee met recently, on January 7th, as part of ongoing efforts to guide sustainable economic development while safeguarding national interests.

“The SSZ Ad Hoc Committee met yesterday,” the Prime Minister stated, underscoring the Government’s commitment to careful oversight and policy coordination in the development of Special Sustainability Zones.

Dr. Drew emphasized that the SSZ framework is not about unchecked development, but about ensuring that investment aligns with national priorities, environmental sustainability, and long-term economic resilience.

The Prime Minister also noted that structured governance mechanisms such as ad hoc committees are essential to maintaining transparency and accountability, and reiterated that decisions related to development zones must be rooted in law, policy coherence, and national benefit.

The Special Sustainability Zones (SSZ) Ad Hoc Committee is made up of key local organisations, including: 

1. Saint Kitts Christian Council

2. Saint Kitts Evangelical Association

3. Saint Kitts-Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce

4. Saint Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union

5. Bankers and Financial Services Association

6. The Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions

7. Eastern Caribbean Central Bank

8. Organisation of Rastafari in Unity

9. Saint Kitts and Nevis Medical and Dental Association

10. Saint Kitts and Nevis Bar Association

11. Institute of Chartered Accountants of the Eastern Caribbean (Saint Kitts Nevis Branch)

12. Saint Kitts Nevis Institute of Architects

13. Saint Kitts and Nevis Building Contractors Association

14. Saint Christopher National Trust

15.  St Kitts National Youth Parliament Association

While additional authorities, including, 

1. OECS Authority 

2. OECS Bar Association

3. Caribbean Development Bank, were invited to submit opinions.