Minister Caesar noted the accomplishments of the journey of the cannabis regime in Saint Vincent and the thrust towards food security and maximizing agricultural production for the sustainable development of the economy.
Minister Hippolyte expressed her gratitude to the Prime Minister of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines the Hon. Dr Ralph Gonsalves for approving the visit and the advice provided in ensuring a harmonized industry throughout the OECS.
Saint Lucia’s approach will be compliant with the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs and the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB).
The Taskforce intends to present the proposed Cannabis regulatory framework to Cabinet within the coming
weeks and will subsequently engage in consultation with stakeholders throughout the country.