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Speaker Leads Workshop at 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference
The Speaker of the House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Corine George-Massicote, along with other Members of the House, participated in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Conference held in Bridgetown, Barbados, from the 5th to 12th, October.
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Deputy Premier Represents Virgin Islands At Caricom Meeting
Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser, represented the Virgin Islands at the 48th CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Bridgetown, Barbados, on February 20-21. He reaffirmed the Territory's commitment to regional collaboration, focusing on economic resilience, security, and technological innovation. Discussions at the meeting included regional security, climate change, food security, and international partnerships. Honourable Fraser also engaged with international figures and highlighted the growing concerns of crime, particularly the illicit trade of firearms and human trafficking. The conference also explored opportunities in emerging technologies like AI, especially in healthcare. Martinique was provisionally accepted as an Associate Member of CARICOM. Honourable Fraser emphasized the Virgin Islands' position on financial services and constitutional matters. He was accompanied by CARICOM Ambassador Benito Wheatley.
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Statement By Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio D Wheatley On The Virgin Islands’ Commitment To Combating Illicit Finance Following Meetings In The United Kingdom
As Premier of the Virgin Islands, I was pleased to visit London for a series of productive engagements with the United Kingdom Government, Members of Parliament, and fellow leaders of the Overseas Territories, focused on governance reform, the fight against illicit finance, and the shared priorities of the Territories.
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The VI Climate Change Trust Fund Garners Support at International Climate Change Conference in Brazil ahead of 2026 Launch
The Virgin Islands hosted a series of side events that showcase the novel Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund (VICCTF) and regional innovative financing solutions at the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in Belém, Brazil.
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Deputy Premier attends OECS Meeting on Environmental Sustainability
Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Honourable Julian Fraser, represented the Virgin Islands at the 12th OECS Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability Meeting held in Antigua and Barbuda on April 29. As outgoing Chair, he commended the Council’s progress on the COM:ES Roadmap to 2030 and participated in a panel on sustainable financing, highlighting the Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund as a model for UK Overseas Territories facing barriers to traditional climate funding. Fraser emphasized the urgent need for recognition and support, given the growing climate threats to the Territory. The Trust Fund, legally established in 2015, will be operational this year and launched at COP30. The meeting also addressed key environmental issues under the theme “Staying the Course in Perilous Times: Sustainable Transformation and Resilient Prosperity.”
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VI Government Representative Office in Hong Kong Advances Financial Services Engagements in India
The BVI Hong Kong Representative Office led a delegation to the Republic of India, engaging key stakeholders as part of ongoing efforts to deepen financial services and regulatory dialogue between the British Virgin Islands (BVI) and India. BVI-India cooperation continues to deepen across key institutional and industry channels.
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Keynote Address by Honourable Dr. Natalio D Wheatley, Premier at the Virgin Islands Tourism Summit Peter Island Resort
The Virgin Islands' First Tourism Summit aims to create a vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive tourism industry. The Government plans to develop a National Tourism Policy, with consultations across the territory, focusing on sustainability, cultural integration, economic empowerment, and partnerships. Key improvements include the establishment of a Ministry of Tourism, a National Tourism Policy, and support for small businesses. Future initiatives will include a Tourism Investment Programme, a clean and green environment program, and a Tourism Apprenticeship Programme. The government also plans to enhance the charter yacht sector, align agriculture and fisheries with tourism, and protect the environment to ensure sustainable tourism. Public input will be crucial for shaping the future of tourism in the Virgin Islands.
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Remarks by Premier, Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley, on the Launch of the Road Town Partnership at FSC Conference Room
Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley launched the Road Town Partnership (RTP) on April 4, 2025, marking a new beginning for revitalizing the capital. The RTP is a public-private-community partnership aimed at transforming Road Town through collaboration, sustainable development, and urban improvement. The initiative brings together government, private sector, and community representatives under a formal structure to create and implement a comprehensive Road Town Development Plan. The Premier emphasized the need for focus, unity, and investment to build a capital city that reflects the pride and aspirations of the Virgin Islands.
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BVI's Second Fintech on the Seas Conference Hailed as Resounding Success
The Ministry of Financial Services, Economic Development and Digital Transformation celebrates the success of the second year of Fintech on the Seas hosted by BVI Finance, which brought together policymakers, regulators, innovators, investors and industry leaders for high-level discussions on the future of finance, digital assets and the evolving role of the Virgin Islands as a trusted international financial centre.
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Statement By Premier And Minister Of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley On The Occasion Of The Press Briefing On Regional And International Affairs
A pleasant good morning to the Press Corps and the people of the Virgin Islands. I would like to acknowledge my Honourable Colleagues and Senior Officials present. I am pleased to provide an update on my recent overseas engagements to advance the interests of the Virgin Islands, as my Government continues to bolster our economy, drive sustainable development and pursue constitutional advancement.