The Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) has officially launched its 2025 Manifesto, titled “Moving Forward Together,” ahead of the upcoming General Election. This comprehensive document outlines a bold vision for the nation, focusing on technological advancement, economic stability, and enhanced social protection. Prime Minister Philip J Pierre emphasized that the manifesto builds on the government’s accomplishments since 2021 and aims to position Saint Lucia as the most technologically advanced Small Island Developing State by 2035. Key priorities include strengthening governance, ensuring economic growth, and reducing unemployment rates. Infrastructure development remains a central focus, with plans to modernize the Hewanorra International Airport, expand seaport capacity, upgrade water systems, construct new bus terminals, and deliver state-of-the-art medical facilities, including the Soufrière Hospital and the recently completed St Jude Hospital. The SLP also pledges to create job opportunities in tourism, construction, BPO operations, and emerging technology sectors, while introducing a national unemployment insurance program to safeguard workers. Healthcare modernization is another cornerstone, with digital patient integration, expanded universal health coverage, and improved community health services. Education reform is equally prioritized, with goals to digitize half of all classrooms by 2035, broaden early-childhood access, and strengthen technical and vocational training. The manifesto also highlights plans to boost tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing through local participation, community tourism, and technological advancements. Maritime development, including a modernized Vieux Fort Port and a National Maritime Academy, is part of the economic diversification strategy. Citizen security is addressed through expanded police force funding, upgraded facilities, and community-based crime prevention initiatives. Housing affordability is another key focus, with promises of multi-family developments, improved land title access, and incentives for first-time homeowners. Digital transformation is a recurring theme, with plans for a National Artificial Intelligence Centre, enhanced cybersecurity, and expanded high-speed internet access. The SLP concludes by reaffirming its commitment to a people-centered approach, positioning itself as the most credible choice for Saint Lucia’s future.
SLP releases 2025 manifesto focused on technology, equity, national renewal
