The Government of Belize is suing St. Kitts and Nevis, along with Trinidad and Tobago for the importation of sugar outside of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). 

In a recent sitting of the National Assembly, Minister with responsibility of International Trade, Industry, Commerce, Consumer Affairs and Labour, the Hon. Wendy Phipps, gave a synopsis of the lawsuit: 

Minister Phipps explained St. Kitts and Nevis’ current stance on the importation of sugar: 

She then reassured the general public that the federal government is dealing with this matter: 

Minister with responsibility of International Trade, Industry, Commerce, Consumer Affairs and Labour the Hon. Wendy Phipps.