In an official statement, the Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis Dr. Timothy Harris announced a pledge of EC$1 million to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines in the wake of the devastation caused by the recent series of explosive eruptions of the La Soufriere Volcano.
“The Government and people of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis stand in solidarity with the Government and people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines during this very difficult time brought about by the volcanic eruption in that Country. St. Kitts and Nevis have always stood in strong support of our OECS Member States in their time of difficulty and need.” The statement read.
The relief pledge includes financial support as well as humanitarian support through the accommodation of evacuees and the provision of security and defense force personnel to provide assistance through the Regional Security Service (RSS).
