Gov’t hopes to meet major infrastructure and traffic challenges head-on in preparation for SIDS conference

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Chief of Staff in the Prime Minister’s Office, Lionel Hurst, said that the government was prepared to take on the major logistical challenges associated with the planning of a major international conference where more than 4,000 persons are expected to be on island for 3-4 days.

The 4th International Small Island Developing States (SIDS) conference is expected to take place at the American University of Antigua (AUA) from 27-30 May 2024 with numerous high-level officials expected on island.

The conference will review sustainable development progress, the ability of small islands to achieve the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and propose a path forward for a decade of partnerships and solutions.

The government has said that will support the hotels, inns and other lodgings that will house international political leaders, staff and other NGO stakeholders. Cruise ships will also be asked to assist.