CBI Deadline: As the EU’s November 12 deadline arrives, St. Kitts and Nevis has yet to publicly spell out its position on the future of its citizenship-by-investment programme. The IMF warns that CBI revenue is uncertain and urges governments to diversify. Opposition leader Shawn Richards has called for greater transparency, while Nevis Premier Mark Brantley warns that ending the programme could bring serious economic consequences. Climate Delegation: Provisional UN registration data puts St. Kitts and Nevis’ COP31 delegation at 57, the largest among CARICOM members. The figure has raised questions about the cost of the delegation and the benefits expected for the country. Cost of Living: Prime Minister Terrance Drew is preparing to meet supermarket operators and Consumer Affairs officials to examine grocery prices, possible price gouging and ways to ease costs for families. Nevis Energy: Civil works are advancing at the Hamilton site ahead of drilling for the Nevis geothermal project. The rig is ready for deployment, but Premier Brantley has not provided an arrival date.