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PM Browne: Antigua and Barbuda Will Not Host Foreign Military Assets
@JBF. It’s not about what we need, it’s about being prudent. This man just huff and puff then turn around and do something totally different…that’s the problem here..trying to play political chess with these very powerful sensitive nations. Pick a...
BIG BLOW to Mehul Choksi: Belgian court approves his extradition to India in PNB fraud case, says 'No legal hurdle, not Belgium citizen...'
The Antwerp Court of Appeal has found that the offences attributed to Mehul Choksi are extraditable under both Indian and Belgian law. Court also said that he is not a Belgian citizen but a foreign national, and the charges against him are serious...
Mehul Choksi not a subject of political trial in India: Belgian court
New Delhi : A Belgian court of appeal while allowing Mehul Choksi’s extradition last week ruled that he is neither the subject of a “political trial” nor does he run the risk of torture or denial of justice in India, dismissing the fugitive’s...
Boost for India as Belgian court dismisses fugitive Mehul Choksi’s claims of political bias
New Delhi: The Antwerp Court of Appeal has found that the offences attributed to fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi are extraditable under both Indian and Belgian law, paving the way for his return to India to face trial in the Punjab National...
No Evidence Mehul Choksi Was Abducted In Antigua: Belgian Court
Mehul Choksi. (File Image) In an important ruling that could pave way for fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi's extradition, a Belgian court has observed that there is no "documentary evidence" to prove he was kidnapped in Antigua in May 2021 on the...
Belgian Court dismisses Mehul Choksi's claims of political bias and abduction after finding offences extraditable
The Antwerp Court of Appeal has found that the offences attributed to fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi are extraditable under both Indian and Belgian law, paving the way for his return to India to face trial in the Punjab National Bank (PNB)...
India News | Belgian Court Finds Offences Extraditable, Dismisses Mehul Choksi's Claims of Political Bias and Abduction
New Delhi [India], October 22 (ANI): The Antwerp Court of Appeal has found that the offences attributed to fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi are extraditable under both Indian and Belgian law, paving the way for his return to India to face...
West Indies Women launch intensive 8-week Antigua camp ahead of packed 2026 calendar
(CWI)- ST JOHN’S, Antigua – The West Indies Women’s Senior Team has begun an intensive eight-week training camp in Antigua as they prepare for a landmark year in 2026, featuring six tours, 15 ODIs, a Test match and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup....
Women’s team for eight-week camp in Antigua
THE West Indies Women’s Senior Team has begun an intensive eight-week training camp in Antigua as they prepare for a landmark year in 2026, featuring six tours, 15 ODIs, a Test match and the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. The camp, which started on 20...
Antigua and Barbuda Partners with Japan’s WOTA Corporation to Launch National Water-Security Programme
Under the soon-to-be-signed agreement, Antigua and Barbuda will participate in a Joint Proof of Business (PoB) programme that will see the deployment of at least 500 WOTA systems across communities, schools, and institutions nationwide. The...
Belgian Court finds offences extraditable, dismisses Mehul Choksi's claims of political bias and abduction
File picture of fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi, who has been on the run for seven years, came to Belgium a few months ago for medical treatment | Photo Credit: ANI The Antwerp Court of Appeal has found that the offences attributed to...
FOUR SKN SAILORS SELECTED TO REPRESENT ST. KITTS AND NEVIS AT CARIBBEAN DINGHY CHAMPIONSHIP IN ANTIGUA
Basseterre, St. Kitts – October 21, 2025 — The St. Kitts and Nevis Sailing Association (SKNSA) has proudly announced that four of its promising sailors will represent the Federation at the prestigious Caribbean Dinghy Championship (CDC), scheduled...
Opposition Leader demands independent inquiry into vehicle scandal — says Antigua and Barbuda’s credibility is on the line
Pringle also criticized what he described as “a culture of arrogance and deflection,” accusing the administration of downplaying the scandal while dismissing legitimate questions from the Opposition and the media. “Every day, the story changes....
Gaston Browne: The man who rose from poverty to lead Antigua and Barbuda
Gaston Alfonso Browne, born 9th February 1967, is an Antiguan politician, who is the Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda and the leader of the Labour party since 2014. The leadership of the Antiguan born politician has significantly influenced...
Minister Fernandez Gifts U.S. Travel Group Head in Appreciation of Timely Donation to Cedar Grove Primary School
Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment, the Hon. H. Charles Fernandez, earlier this week, has extended heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Brian Emmanuel Sims, CEO of Got Stamps? Travel LLC, for his timely donation of cash,...
UAN SUMMIT: DIPLOMACY MEETS DIVINITY
Issued By: The United Ancient Nations (UAN) Department of Global Relations and Cultural Affairs St. Kitts & Nevis — October 2025 – Antigua and Barbuda Strengthens Diplomatic and Cultural Relations with KAILASA through the United Ancient Nations...
Lions Club of Antigua Celebrates 57 Years of Service and Honours Local Partner
The Lions Club of Antigua proudly commemorated its 57th anniversary this past weekend with a celebration of community service, partnership, and recognition — reaffirming its enduring commitment to improving health and uplifting lives across...
Antigua PM vows crackdown on corruption, warns even major donors at risk
UPP didn’t bring in half the money that this ABLP government brought into the Treasury, or may I say should have brought in. I do not say that because this administration had some financial Zar in its corner, but by mere default of the global...
Antigua and Barbuda Celebrates Tourism Week 2025 Under the Theme: “Our People, Our Culture, Our Environment in Full Thrive, Tourism Week 2025.
The Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment is pleased to announce the official launch of Tourism Week 2025, taking place from November 22 to 29, 2025, under the theme, “Our People, Our Culture, Our Environment in full...
Antigua and Barbuda to Partner with Japan on Advanced Water-Recycling Initiative
CABINET NOTES- The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has agreed to enter into partnership with WOTA Corporation of Japan to advance a national water-security programme centered on decentralized, autonomous water-recycling systems. During a...