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Caribbean leaders have great respect for Premier, says Fraser

Caribbean leaders have great respect for Premier, says Fraser

Deputy Premier Julian Fraser has emphasized that Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley receives strong support from Caribbean leaders during regional and international engagements. Fraser made the remark while encouraging Dr. Wheatley to attend the upcoming 49th Regular Meeting of the Conference […]

by / on May 27, 2025 at 7:52 AM /
Premier completes historic bilateral trade mission to St Maarten

Premier completes historic bilateral trade mission to St Maarten

The BVI has completed a historic bilateral trade mission to Sint Maarten, which sought to deepen cooperation in key sectors, including tourism, agriculture, maritime affairs, financial services, and health. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr Natalio Wheatley led the BVI […]

by / on May 27, 2025 at 7:10 AM /
Foreign experts invited to assess BVI’s water infrastructure

Foreign experts invited to assess BVI’s water infrastructure

Works Minister Kye Rymer has revealed that a group of experts will soon visit the territory to assess its water infrastructure, as the government works to address the ongoing water issues affecting residents. “Some time in the middle of June, […]

by / on May 26, 2025 at 7:55 AM /
Every constitutional review gave us more powers — Premier

Every constitutional review gave us more powers — Premier

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has reminded the public that each constitutional review in the Virgin Islands has steadily increased the power of elected representatives while reducing the authority of the Governor, a process he says must continue as part of […]

by / on May 26, 2025 at 7:50 AM /
Small businesses neglected while gov’t funds concerts — Walwyn

Small businesses neglected while gov’t funds concerts — Walwyn

Opposition Leader Myron Walwyn has accused the government of failing to support struggling small businesses while spending hundreds of thousands on entertainment events. In a recent episode of The Pulse of the People, Walwyn questioned why only $75,748 was allocated […]

by / on May 26, 2025 at 7:43 AM /
Organised crime still a concern – Mather warns

Organised crime still a concern – Mather warns

Organised crime remains a concern in the Virgin Islands despite the territory’s overall reputation for safety, according to Territorial At-Large Representative Stacy ‘Buddha’ Mather. Speaking during a recent public address, Mather acknowledged the Virgin Islands is “one of the safest […]

by / on May 26, 2025 at 6:54 AM /
BVI shows off fintech services in Canada

BVI shows off fintech services in Canada

BVI Finance recently concluded a landmark week of activity and impact at Canada Crypto Week 2025, where local experts reinforced the territory’s reputation as a pioneering force in global financial services and digital innovation. Led by BVI Finance CEO Elise […]

by / on May 26, 2025 at 6:05 AM /
Turnbull proposes Consumer Price Index for BVI

Turnbull proposes Consumer Price Index for BVI

Second District Representative Melvin ‘Mitch’ Turnbull is calling for the implementation of a Consumer Price Index (CPI) and an independent consumer protection body to help control the rising cost of living in the Virgin Islands. Turnbull said the CPI would […]

by / on May 23, 2025 at 7:57 AM /
Premier described as a visionary leader

Premier described as a visionary leader

Chief Advisor to the Premier, Kedrick Malone, has described the territory’s leader as a visionary committed to the cultural and economic advancement of the Virgin Islands. Malone offered commendation for Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley during the Territorial Address held on […]

by / on May 23, 2025 at 7:54 AM /
Erickson’s murder is still a loss to our community

Erickson’s murder is still a loss to our community

Bishop John Cline has stated that the murder of Nyron Erikson remains a loss to the Virgin Islands community, regardless of his reported ties to criminal activity. The clergyman made the statement during a discussion on crime on the National […]

by / on May 23, 2025 at 7:40 AM /