Taiwan is providing EC$7 million (approximately USD$ 2.6 million) to St. Lucia to support various community development initiatives across the island.
According to a government statement, EC$5 million will fund the Small Infrastructure Projects Initiative, managed by the St. Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF). The initiative will enhance daily life by building or rehabilitating community roads, footpaths, drains, dwellings, and bridges in all 17 constituencies. It is expected to create over 700 jobs and contribute to economic activity and skills development.
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An additional EC$1 million will go to the Ministry of Agriculture to modernize the Vieux-Fort Fisheries Complex. Enhancements will improve hygiene and safety standards, reinforce structural integrity, and upgrade the facility’s appearance for a better customer experience.
The government also announced plans to construct a new Soufrière Elderly/Senior Day Care Centre, offering professional caregiving services such as personal care, recreational therapy, social engagement, and daytime companionship. —CMC
