Appropriation (2026) Bill Passed into Law in St. Kitts and Nevis

On December 19, 2025, the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis passed the Appropriation (2026) Bill, 2025, authorizing a budget of EC$1.075 billion for the fiscal year 2026. The budget focuses on recurrent expenditure, capital expenditure, and net lending, with allocations across various ministries, including Justice and Legal Affairs, National Security, and Finance. Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew emphasized the government's commitment to investing in people and progress, highlighting plans for increased construction, housing, and job creation. The bill also underscores efforts to diversify the economy while maintaining the strategic value of the Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme, with strengthened laws and safeguards to protect national interests.