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The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment is advising the public to take all necessary precautionary measures to protect themselves and their family members against viral respiratory infections, including the flu, common cold, and the various subtypes of influenza.
The general public is asked to note that the Office of the Prime Minister is not distributing any vouchers for food or any other items or goods!
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SOURCE: Office of the Prime Minister
Please be advised that Cabinet on Wednesday, 29th October, 2025, granted approval for the zero rating of the Value Added Tax (VAT) on nine (9) additional food items, and personal hygiene food items, with effect from 3rd November, 2025 as outlined below:
- Other Chicken parts (such as thighs, leg quarts, etc.)
- Processed cheddar cheese
- Canned tuna
- Canned sardines
- Chicken sausages (all types)
- Cereals
- Lentils
- Categories of health drinks (such as Ensure and Supligen)
- Adult diapers
Be guided accordingly.
SOURCE: Agency For Public Information (API)
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has made history. On Wednesday, 17th September, 2025, we ratified the Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction - commonly known as the BBNJ Agreement.
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SOURCE: Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable Development and Culture