In a move to deliver economic prosperity for its citizens, the Government of Saint Lucia is actively enhancing its diplomatic and economic partnerships on the global stage.
On July 2, the Government of Saint Lucia and the Federal Republic of Nigeria formalized bilateral cooperation through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Joint Co-Operation focused on tourism development, investment promotion, and the advancement of culture and creative industries.
This signing ceremony represents a significant milestone in advancing South-South cooperation, driving mutual growth, and creating robust opportunities for cultural exchange and sectoral development.
The MOU delineates specific areas of collaboration, which include:
– Tourism Development : Saint Lucia will lead efforts to support Nigeria in designing a Community Tourism Programme, sharing vital expertise on certification and standards, and providing comprehensive training for hospitality workers.
– Culture and Creative Industries : Nigeria will share its legislative framework for the creative economy, ensuring Saint Lucia’s active participation in Lagos Fashion Week 2025, while also facilitating cross-cultural exchanges through key events such as the Saint Lucia Carnival and Jazz & Arts Festival.
– Capacity Building: Both nations will engage intensively in training and knowledge exchange initiatives, particularly in sound engineering, music production, and cultural heritage preservation.
This one-year agreement lays a solid foundation for deeper collaboration through a Joint Committee, which will oversee the implementation of a five-year work plan featuring measurable indicators of progress.
This agreement distinctly signals a strategic shift toward deepening functional cooperation between Africa and the Caribbean.
By aligning their shared interests in tourism, investment, and the creative economy, Saint Lucia and Nigeria are not only expanding opportunities for their citizens but also setting a powerful example of South-South collaboration rooted in cultural pride, innovation, and mutual economic benefit.