In a historic legal confrontation set for 9:00 AM on January 16, 2026, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court will address the jurisdictional matters in ANUHCV2025/0149, involving a substantial lawsuit that names an unprecedented 80 defendants across various sectors, including politics and foreign influence networks.
Justice Rene Williams will preside over this consequential hearing, scrutinizing the alleged involvement of the United Progressive Party (UPP) members in foreign-sponsored lawfare initiatives directed against Antigua & Barbuda. Recent filings suggest their connections to US law firms implicated in misconduct.
The Court's decision could significantly impact the UPP's ability to operate legally as a political faction, potentially signaling the end of its existence in the current political climate.
Observers describe January 16th as a monumental date, marking the transition from the old Commonwealth order to a new paradigm.
