Allen Chastanet
Allen Chastanet is a prominent St Lucian politician who served as the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia from 2016 to 2021. He is the leader of the United Workers Party and has been a significant figure in the political landscape of Saint Lucia, advocating for economic reforms and tourism development. Chastanet has been vocal about the challenges faced by smaller Caribbean nations in regional integration efforts, particularly regarding their relationship with CARICOM. Recently, he sparked discussions about the possibility of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) breaking away from CARICOM to negotiate bilateral agreements with larger Caribbean nations, emphasizing the need for a more effective collaboration among OECS members.
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Phillip J Pierre congratulated Allen Chastanet, leader of the opposition United Workers Party.
Phillip Pierre secures second term as PM | World News
Jamaica· 2025-12-07
Allen Chastanet is the conservative opposition leader who argued that security deteriorated under Pierre’s leadership.
St. Lucia's Pierre re-elected PM, ruling party holds majority
Guyana· 2025-12-03
Chastanet is a former prime minister.
St Lucia prime minister secures a second term after a decisive win at the polls | NewsJamaica· 2025-12-02
Allen Chastanet congratulated Godwin Friday on his victory and is running for election in St Lucia.
St Vincent opposition ousts Gonsalves after 24 yearsGuyana· 2025-11-30
Opposition leader Allen Chastanet from Saint Lucia sent congratulations to Godwin Friday following the election.
Godwin Friday beëdigd als nieuwe premier van Saint Vincent en de Grenadines na historische verkiezingsoverwinning – de Ware Tijd
Suriname· 2025-11-29
Allen Chastanet is the Opposition Leader in Saint Lucia and has met with the CEOM.
CARICOM deploys Election observation mission for Saint Lucia’s 2025 General elections
Belize· 2025-11-26
Leader of the main opposition United Workers Party, Allen Chastanet, expressed readiness for the upcoming election.
General election called in St Lucia for December 1, months ahead of when polls were due | NewsJamaica· 2025-11-11
Allen Chastanet is the former Prime Minister of Saint Lucia who brought the appeal to the CCJ.
CCJ dismisses former Saint Lucia Prime Minister’s customs violation appealGuyana· 2025-10-19
Allen Chastanet is the St Lucian opposition leader who has served as the country prime minister.
Editorial | Allen Chastanet’s folly | CommentaryJamaica· 2025-06-21
Saint Lucia’s Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet first remarked that the OECS Assembly has become 'ceremonial' and is in need for change.
Regional leaders divided on relevance of OECS Assembly
Unknown· 2025-06-19
St Lucia’s Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet complained that insufficient time was given to review the legislation.
Move beyond talkto action on OECS integration, Pringle saysUnknown· 2025-06-18Allen Chastanet, St Lucia’s Opposition Leader, suggested that OECS leaders consider breaking away from CARICOM.
St Lucia opposition leader tells OECS members to consider breaking away from CARICOM | NewsJamaica· 2025-06-17