Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ireland Reaffirm Strong Bilateral Relations Through Constructive Dialogue

United Nations, New York (14 th July 2026) — on 8th,
July, 2026, Her Excellency Ambassador Mutryce
Williams, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and
Nevis to the United Nations, recently met with His
Excellency Ambassador Fergal Mythen, Permanent
Representative of Ireland to the United Nations, at the
Permanent Mission of Ireland to discuss matters of
mutual interest and to reaffirm the longstanding
friendship between the two countries.

During the cordial and constructive meeting, Ambassador Williams
conveyed greetings on behalf of the Government of
Saint Kitts and Nevis and expressed appreciation for
Ireland’s willingness to engage in open dialogue on
recent developments affecting bilateral relations. Both
Ambassadors underscored the importance of continued
diplomatic engagement, mutual respect, and maintaining
strong channels of communication.

Ambassador Mythen reaffirmed Ireland’s commitment to
its relationship with Saint Kitts and Nevis and welcomed
the ongoing dialogue between the two Governments. He
also acknowledged the proactive efforts undertaken by
the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis to engage
through diplomatic channels, noting that such outreach
reflects the value both countries place on their
partnership.

The discussions also highlighted the shared
commitment of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ireland to
multilateralism, international cooperation, and support
for Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Both sides
expressed their intention to continue strengthening

collaboration within the United Nations and in other
areas of common interest.

The meeting further reflected the strong spirit of
partnership that has characterized relations between
Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ireland, particularly through
their close collaboration on the historic Commission on
the Status of Women (CSW) Revitalization Resolution,
adopted by consensus on 19 September 2025.

The resolution represented the culmination of nearly two
decades of negotiations to strengthen and modernize the
Commission’s working methods, ensuring that it remains
responsive, effective, and fit for purpose in advancing
global gender equality and the empowerment of women
and girls. Working closely together throughout the
negotiation process, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ireland
demonstrated principled leadership, mutual trust, and a
shared commitment to consensus-building, helping to
facilitate a landmark outcome that was welcomed by the
international community.

Both Governments expressed confidence that their
enduring friendship and continued dialogue will further
deepen bilateral relations and advance shared priorities
on the international stage.

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