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Deputy Premier represents the VI at UN Ocean Conference in France
NICE, France- Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser RA attended the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), held in Nice, France.
Boat Velocity wins 2025 One VI Poker Run
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The 4th edition of the One VI Poker Run held in the Virgin Islands was successfully held on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Small crowd @ BVI Music Beach Festival in CGB
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- The two-day BVI Music Beach Festival wrapped up in Cane Garden Bay with electrifying performances by Jamaican artistes I-Octane and Kalado on Saturday, June 28, 2025.
VI fielding 10 players @ Jr Caribbean Squash Championships in Cayman Islands
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands- The Junior National Squash Team is currently in the Cayman Islands for the Junior Caribbean Squash Championships.
USVI: Governor Bryan abandons legal fight over salary repeal
VI CONSORTIUM
FRDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Governor of the US Virgin Islands, Albert A. Bryan Jr, has confirmed he will not pursue legal action against the 36th Legislature’s efforts to roll back his salary increase.
RVIPF officers complete Regional Armed Police Training in Bermuda
HAMILTON, Bermuda– Officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) were among regional participants who recently completed an intensive eight-week ‘Train-the-Trainer’ programme in Bermuda, designed to strengthen armed policing capabilities across the British Overseas Territories.
'Investment in our people is critical'- Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE
NECKER ISLAND, VI- "The BVI has developed into a financial hub that offers tested, responsive regulatory frameworks, access to financial infrastructure, and experienced service providers with the technical depth and sector fluency fintech demands."
BVI Restaurant Week kicks off today
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The return of BVI Restaurant Week 2025 begins today, Saturday, June 28, 2025, as BVI Food Fete 2025 continues with its calendar of events.
Arrest made in murder case of Airport Fire Officer Eric Albert
GREENLAND, Tortola, VI- During a police operation on Friday, June 27, 2025, officers conducted an apartment raid in the Greenland area of Tortola, resulting in the arrest of an underage schoolboy allegedly linked to the murder of Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport Fire Officer Eric Albert.
24 graduate from VISTS
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies (VISTS) held its graduation ceremony on Friday, June 27th, 2025, at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay.
PS Dr Marcia Potter is retiring
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr Marcia Potter, is retiring from the Public Service.
David D Archer to act as Governor until August 2, 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Governor Mr. David D. Archer Jr. will serve as the Acting Governor until August 2, 2025.
War and Capitalism
By Dickson C. Igwe
Now, war has historically been the driver of history, economics and industry. Western prosperity is a product of the battlefield.
Jamaica to ask King Charles to refer reparations for slavery issue to Privy Council
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Jamaica will ask King Charles to request legal advice on the issue of slavery reparations from the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, the final court of appeal for UK overseas territories and some Commonwealth nations.
Skelton-Cline hopeful investors would resurrect Bank of Asia (BVI) Ltd
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- “The country at the end of the day cannot allow for the failure of any banks….That’s just the nature and the sensitivity surrounding the jurisdiction, the major of our two pillars, so we simply can’t afford that,” Commentator and clergyman Claude O. Skelton-Cline said, as he expressed hope that the Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited can actually be saved.
USVI: Trump’s birthright order may now be enforced in USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
WASHINGTON D.C., USA- In a 6-3 ruling on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court granted the Trump administration’s request to partially lift nationwide injunctions blocking President Donald Trump’s controversial executive order on birthright citizenship, allowing its enforcement in 28 states and U.S. territories not covered by ongoing lawsuits.
160 ESHS graduates told to 'show up despite challenges'
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 160 graduating students of Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) have been told to show up despite challenges.
Hon Melvin M. Turnbull suggests Alliance will become a political party
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition Member Hon Melvin M. Turnbull (R2) has referenced an Alliance government, sparking interest in whether the three Opposition members, who are part of what was described as a Parliamentary alliance, now make up a new political party.
High praise for Hon Lorna G. Smith from Premier Wheatley @Fintech on the Seas
NECKER ISLANDS, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) applauded the work of Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) during the opening ceremony of Fintech on the Seas: the BVI’s Digital Assets Summit.
'Technology should be a platform for progress, not weapon of oppression'- HoA Speaker
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados- “Technology should be a platform for progress, not a weapon of oppression. We must unite to protect women’s voices, ensuring leadership is strengthened by courage, not silenced by fear.”
Renewable energy for every VI household a necessity- Troy E. Christopher
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Businessman and former political candidate Mr Troy E. Christopher has emphasised that renewable energy for every household in the Virgin Islands is not just an option; it is a necessity.
Caribbean ‘running behind’ in achieving Sustainable Dev't Goals by 2030
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- It has been acknowledged that the Caribbean’s progress in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, was running behind, and that ECLAC and its Associate Members should deepen
engagement on sustainable development and identify where ECLAC can provide technical assistance to assist Associate Members with their needs.
37 BFEC graduates told to ‘Don’t just follow greatness; Become it’
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 37 students graduated from the Bregado Flax Educational Centre- Secondary Division, under the theme: ‘In the Footsteps of Giants: Class of 2025 Aimed for Greatness Beyond Limits'.
Adaejah T. Hodge named Panam Sports Ambassador
MIAMI, Florida, USA- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) sprinter Adaejah T. Hodge has been named a Pan American Sports Organisation Ambassador, as part of the Team Panam Sports campaign for the ASU2025 Junior Pan American Games.
Zoe J. Walcott installed as President of Rotary Club of Central Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The 2025 to 2026 Board of the Rotary Club of Central Tortola was installed during an Installation Dinner and Auction on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Prime Restaurant in Road Town under the theme: ‘Nobles Were Birthed Here’.
VI archers strike gold in debut @ Regional Field Archery C/ships in T&T
SAN FERNANDO, Trinidad & Tobago- The Virgin Islands have completed a highly successful debut at the Regional Field Archery National Championships, held in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago from June 20-22, 2025, capturing three gold medals.
Honeymoon trip to USVI turns into nightmare after bride detained
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Despite not needing a passport to travel to the US Virgin Islands from the mainland, the territory's special status outside the United States’ domestic Customs zone means that travel is still risky for those with uncertain residency status.
Phase 1 of the Rehabilitation of the Old Administration Building Complete
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Deputy Governor has completed Phase 1 of the rehabilitation of the Old Administration Building on Main Street, Tortola.
Bisa D. Smith places 2nd Runner Up @ Mrs Classique Globe 2025
PALM SPRINGS, California, USA – The Virgin Islands was proudly represented on the international stage at the prestigious Mrs Globe 2025 Pageant, with two exceptional women capturing attention and earning well-deserved accolades at the event held June 21, 2025, in Palm Springs, California.
Hon Walwyn should not accompany Premier for constitutional talks with UK- Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Social commentator and host of the weekly radio show, Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) should not represent the Virgin Islands (VI) together.
Education Ministry commissions 4 school buses
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – It was on February 18, 2025, that our News Centre first and accurately reported that the Ministry of Education had purchased four school buses to provide safe and reliable transportation for students in the Road Town area. The buses have since been commissioned.
'Groundbreaking' 3-day Digital Assets Summit begins today
NECKER ISLAND, VI- BVI Finance will host Fintech on the Seas: the BVI’s Digital Assets Summit, beginning today, Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
July 1, HoA Special Sitting in honour of late Parsons
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The House of Assembly of the Virgin Islands will hold a Special Sitting on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, in honour of the late former legislator Eileene Lucia Parsons, OBE.
Police support enlisted in wake of upsurge in illegal sand mining
LONG BAY, Beef Island, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Julian Fraser RA (R3) is reminding the public of the importance of preserving the Territory’s environment, in light of reports of an upsurge in sand mining activities.
2 injured in motor scooter & bicycle collision on VG
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- A collision between a motor scooter and a bicycle this morning, June 24, 2025, on Virgin Gorda, has left two persons injured.
1,440 kilos of cocaine with estimated street value of $144M seized on VG- RVIPF
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- A coordinated multi-agency operation conducted between June 17 and 18, 2025, involving the Department of Immigration, His Majesty’s Customs, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), and external law enforcement partners, resulted in several arrests and the seizure of approximately 1,440 kilograms of cocaine.
2 years normal timeline for FATF grey list removal- Hon Lorna G. Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Junior Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Economic Development, Hon Lorna G. Smith (AL), has said the targeted two-year timeline to be removed from the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) grey list is normal.
Hon Walwyn’s Bank of Asia claims ‘completely false’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has called out Opposition Leader Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) for publicly making false statements regarding the deposit of five million dollars in the now defunct Bank of Asia (BVI) Limited.
Magistrate tosses out Najan Christopher’s erroneous case over letter
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In the weaponisation of the legal system following the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Report that found no corruption, there was the goal to go after residents who may have been close to the former Premier, those who spoke out against colonisation and oppression, as well as those who were firmly against double standards. Ms Najan Christopher was on the list, as alleged by United Kingdom (UK) police officers who have been whistleblowing.
New mural unveiled @ Dog Hole facility on JvD
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI– The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA), in partnership with Creative Waves, has announced the completion of a new mural at the Dog Hole Facility on Jost van Dyke.
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