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Government of the Virgin Islands Upgrades its Strong Credit Rating
The Government of the Virgin Islands has received an upgraded credit rating of CariAA- (Foreign and Local Currency) with a stable outlook from the Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS), reflecting higher creditworthiness relative to regional peers. Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley attributed this improvement to strong fiscal management, economic resilience, and strategic governance. Contributing factors include a robust tourism sector, stable financial services, dollarisation, low public debt, and adherence to the Protocols for Effective Financial Management. The rating reinforces the Territory’s commitment to sustainable economic development and responsible financial stewardship.
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Schedule for Public Visits to MV Logos Hope
The public is being advised of the schedule to visit the world's largest floating bookfair - MV Logos Hope as it calls on the Virgin Islands.
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Sir Lindsay Hoyle is First Speaker of the UK House of Commons to Visit the Virgin Islands
The Government of The Virgin Islands is hosting the first official visit by a Speaker of the UK House of Commons from 16-19 February 2026.
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The British Virgin Islands secures BBB/A-2 sovereign credit rating by S&P
give summery without adding extra ChatGPT said: The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has received an investment-grade sovereign credit rating of BBB/A-2 with a "stable" outlook from S&P, highlighting its strong economic and institutional framework. This rating reflects prudent public finance management and mitigated environmental risks. It is expected to lower borrowing costs, benefiting infrastructure, public services, and economic growth. The rating also enhances access to financing for businesses, improving trade relations and market stability. Premier Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley emphasized the BVI's commitment to fiscal accountability and transparency, which has secured this positive rating. The BVI's stable economy, supported by the U.S. dollar, boosts investor confidence and supports the territory's global financial services industry.
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SAVE THE DATE: Virgin Islands Tourism Summit ‘26
The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development is pleased to announce that the Virgin Islands Tourism Summit ‘26 is scheduled to take place 10 and 11 June, 2026.
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World's Largest Floating Bookfair to Visit the Virgin Islands
Literary and cultural enthusiasts in the Virgin Islands are in for a treat when the world’s largest floating bookfair docks in Road Town, Tortola from 24th-29th October, 2025 with over 5,000 titles on display for sale.
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British Virgin Islands Government Welcomes Independent Affirmation of Sovereign Credit Ratings and Stable Economic Outlook
The Ministry of Finance is pleased to announce that S&P Global Ratings (S&P) has affirmed the British Virgin Islands' 'BBB' long-term and 'A-2' short-term sovereign credit ratings. This affirmation, accompanied by a stable outlook, serves as a powerful endorsement of our territory’s resilient institutional framework and our unwavering commitment to prudent fiscal management.
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Lloyd Drive to Station Avenue Traffic Interruption Notice July 26
The public is notified that there will be interruptions of the traffic flow on the following roadways on Saturday, July 26 between 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
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Portion of Main Street Closure Notice 26th April
The public is notified that a portion of Main Street in the vicinity of the Little Denmark Building to the Midtown Restaurant will be closed on Sunday 26th April 2026 from 8:00a.m to 1:00p.m. The reason for the closure is to facilitate the clearing of branches and trees from the electrical and telecommunication lines at the J.S Archibald & Co Barristers & Solicitors property.