Before I open the floor up to questions, I want to say a few words about the Asia Pacific mission we have just completed, along with our eleven private sector sponsors, our regulators and of course friends and colleagues based in the region. I want to especially thank our private sector who funded themselves to participate in the Mission and sponsored the events.

The public is advised that the Government of the Virgin Islands’ Customer Service Care Centre is currently experiencing technical difficulties with incoming calls to 284-468-3701.

In light of the flash flood warning and the water’s impact on Territory roads, it is crucial for persons to stay off the roads and remain indoors until conditions improve.

The Virgin Islands was this morning placed on a flash flood warning, which will remain in effect until 10:30 am.

The public is advised that due to the recent update from the Department of Disaster Management, the intensity of the rainfall and the road situation report from the Public Works Department, all Government Offices are closed today, June 6, with the exception of essential services.

A comprehensive Customer Service Experience Framework in now in place for the Government of the Virgin Islands.

Deputy Governor, Mr. David Archer, Jr. will act in the Office of Governor until June 9 in the absence of His Excellency, the Governor Mr. Daniel Pruce who is out of the Territory.

Premier of the Virgin Islands, HonourableDr. Natalio D. Wheatley is scheduled to be on duty travel from Saturday June 1 until June 11.

“Leave no one behind” is the mantra adopted by the international community.