St. Kitts and Nevis is ready to enter its Digital Transformation Agenda. During a Signing Ceremony for the Digital Identity Authentication Project, the initiative was commemorated on Tuesday 19th December.

The project, slated to begin in 2023, signifies the commencement of a new agreement on Technical Cooperation between the International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology. The initiative is scheduled to be completed over a period of four (4) years.

A small contingent including Federal Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Hon. Konris Maynard, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information and Communications Technology, Mrs. Cheryleann Pemberton and Resident Ambassador of the Republic of China Taiwan, His Excellency Michael Lin addressed the audience on the benefits and purpose of the Digital Identity Authentication Project.

The project will also include establishing a digital signature, integrated mechanism into a secure and effective identity authentication structure, building a unified data management mechanism for St. Kitts and Nevis, and assist in acquiring digital ID card manufacturing and card issuing capabilities.