The meeting will also be  attended by Congresswoman Maxine Waters, a representative from the Government of the United  States of America. Discussions for the one-day session will focus on De-risking and Correspondent  Banking in the Caribbean. 
Hon. Pierre is expected to return to Saint Lucia on the evening of Wednesday, 20th April 2022 to  continue preparation for his much anticipated, first Budget Address as Prime Minister. In his  absence, Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire will act as the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia.