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Financial Crime Crackdown: RSCNPF charged three people in St. Kitts over an alleged nearly six-year money-laundering and fraud scheme tied to about US$50 million, with Paul Bilzerian and Gregory Gilpin-Payne facing multiple counts and Terri Steffen charged with conspiracy to launder. Financial Sector Reform: The National Assembly passed five bills to strengthen St. Kitts and Nevis’ financial regulatory framework, including amendments covering financial services, gaming controls, virtual assets, anti-terrorism, and anti-WMD financing. Citizenship by Investment Scrutiny: A CBI expert says currency volatility and tougher compliance checks are the top hurdles for high-net-worth applicants, with exchange-rate swings a key concern during foreign-currency investment payments. Energy Costs in Nevis: NEVLEC reintroduced a fuel surcharge for households and adjusted it for commercial customers, citing higher fuel costs and a billing-period start in June 2026. Maritime Risk for the Federation’s Flag: Ukraine says Russian drones struck a St. Kitts and Nevis-flagged vessel in the Black Sea, injuring three crew members, as officials warn attacks threaten trade and food security. Regional Finance for Resilience: IFC will invest up to US$15 million in the Caribbean Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, targeting SME financing across 13 countries including St. Kitts and Nevis. Tourism Pulse: Royal Caribbean’s Icon-class “Star of the Seas” brought about 7,368 passengers to St. Kitts, supporting business activity during the off-season. Climate Leadership: PM Terrance Drew attended Germany’s Berlin Climate Mobility Forum, pushing climate justice and partnerships for Small Island Developing States.

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