Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 23, 2026 — Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Sports, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives and the Creative Economy, the Honourable Samal Duggins, is in Abuja, Nigeria as part of the delegation led by Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, for the 2nd Annual Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit (AACIS 2026).
Minister Duggins is serving as Co-Chair of the Agriculture and Food Security portfolio, where he is leading key discussions focused on agricultural transformation, food security, innovation, and sustainable development, bringing the perspective of Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to the forefront of regional and international dialogue.
His role at the Summit underscores Saint Kitts and Nevis’ growing leadership in advancing modern, climate-smart agriculture, and reflects the Federation’s continued commitment to strengthening food systems and expanding opportunities for farmers and fishers.
Notably, Minister Duggins was instrumental in coordinating the participation of several OECS and Caribbean Agriculture Ministers, ensuring strong regional representation and reinforcing a unified Caribbean voice at the Summit. Their presence highlights the importance of regional collaboration and South-South cooperation in addressing shared challenges and unlocking new opportunities across the agriculture sector.
In addition to high-level engagements, the delegation includes students and cultural practitioners from St. Kitts and Nevis, who are now in Nigeria participating in cultural exchange, creative showcases, and learning experiences, ensuring that the benefits of this engagement extend beyond policy into real opportunities for people.
This multi-level participation reflects a deliberate approach: connecting government leadership, regional partnerships, and people-to-people exchange to drive meaningful and lasting outcomes.
The Summit, held under the theme “One Voice, One Vision: Advancing Afri-Caribbean Unity,” continues to serve as a platform for building stronger ties in agriculture, trade, investment, and the creative economy, while creating pathways for growth and global engagement.
As Saint Kitts and Nevis continues to expand its presence on the international stage, Minister Duggins’ leadership within the agriculture portfolio signals a clear direction, from participation to influence, from dialogue to delivery.
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