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Philip J. Pierre’s ‘Saint Lucia Citizenship Amendment’ a Smoke Screen Amid Saint Lucia CIP Passport Scandal

Is the Saint Lucia Citizenship Amendment Just a Diversion from the CIP Passport Scandal?

Unitedpac by Unitedpac
June 29, 2024
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Table of Contents

  • 1. Established Law on Citizenship
  • 2. Motives Behind the Press Release
  • 3. CIP Passport Scandal
  • 4. Impact on Ordinary Saint Lucians

Unpacking the Real Motives Behind the Saint Lucia Citizenship Amendment

In a recent press release dated June 27, 2024, the Philip J. Pierre administration announced an amendment to the Citizenship of Saint Lucia Act, suggesting that second and third-generation Saint Lucian descendants born overseas now have a clear path to acquiring Saint Lucian citizenship. This announcement, however, raises questions regarding the administration’s motives, as the constitution of Saint Lucia already provides a clear path to citizenship for such individuals.

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Established Law on Citizenship

According to Chapter VII, Section 101 of the Saint Lucia Constitution, a person born outside Saint Lucia after February 22, 1979, automatically becomes a citizen at the date of their birth if, at that date, their father or mother is a citizen of Saint Lucia. This provision has been in place since the inception of the constitution and does not require new legislation to grant these rights​​.

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Motives Behind the Press Release

The timing and content of the press release appear to be a diversion tactic by the Philip J. Pierre administration. Instead of introducing a new law, the administration seems to be repackaging existing legal provisions to create a perception of legislative action. This move diverts attention from the ongoing Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) passport scandal, where thousands of passports are allegedly being issued to foreigners without proper background checks. This scandal has raised significant concerns among Saint Lucians who are struggling to obtain passports through the regular channels​​.

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CIP Passport Scandal

The CIP scandal has been a point of contention, with many Saint Lucians expressing frustration over the preferential treatment given to foreign investors while ordinary citizens face bureaucratic hurdles in obtaining passports. This issue not only undermines the integrity of the passport issuance process but also raises questions about the administration’s priorities and governance​​.

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Impact on Ordinary Saint Lucians

While the administration focuses on foreign investors through the CIP, ordinary Saint Lucians are experiencing delays and difficulties in securing passports. The press release’s portrayal of a new path to citizenship for overseas-born descendants is misleading, as these provisions have long been established by the constitution. This misdirection fails to address the real issues at hand, including the efficient processing of passport applications for local citizens.

A Critical View on the Administration’s Actions

The recent press release by the Philip J. Pierre administration on the amendment to the Citizenship of Saint Lucia Act appears to be more of a political maneuver than a genuine legislative effort. The constitution already provides for the citizenship of children born to Saint Lucian parents overseas, rendering the announcement redundant. This tactic seems aimed at diverting attention from the CIP passport scandal, which continues to affect the credibility of the passport issuance process and the administration’s commitment to serving the interests of its citizens. Saint Lucians deserve transparency and effective governance, not political stunts that obscure the pressing issues they face.

By addressing the root causes of the CIP passport scandal and ensuring that ordinary citizens have equitable access to passports, the administration can restore trust and demonstrate its dedication to the welfare of all Saint Lucians.

Tags: CIP Passport ScandalCitizenship Amendment 2024Citizenship by Investment Saint LuciaPhilip J. Pierre AdministrationSaint Lucia CitizenshipSaint Lucia ConstitutionSaint Lucia Government NewsSaint Lucian Passports

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