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VI gov't already in talks with USVI over proposed tariffs- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On the heels of the Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr requesting an emergency session of the USVI legislature to deliberate on a proposed 25% tariff on imports coming from the Virgin Islands (VI), the VI government isn't rolling over and playing dead.
'If Financial Services go down, we all go down'- Premier Wheatley
HONG KONG, China- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and his delegation are currently on a 5-day trip to Asia, where the business of the financial services industry was one of the main focuses.
VI delegation explores gaming industry tips in Macau
MACAU, China— A Virgin Islands delegation to the Asia-Pacific region is presently examining the critical importance of physical presence in international financial relations, highlighting the significance of financial sovereignty, and gaining valuable insights into Macau’s booming gaming industry with an intention to transpose valuable lessons domestically.
Hon Turnbull accuses Hons Skelton & Penn of dishonesty
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- The member of the recently formed political Alliance, Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), has debunked claims by leaders of the Opposition parties, Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) and National Democratic Party (NDP), that they [leaders] were unaware of plans to form an alliance.
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VI-USVI Trade war? Gov Bryan fires 1st shot with proposed 25% tariff
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Taking a page out of President Donald J. Trump's book in picking a fight with his closest allies, the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Government- headed by Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr (D)- has proposed to slap tariffs on the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘We were not on the same page’ in horse racing negotiations- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI—Caving in face of persistent questioning from Opposition Member Honourable Melvin M. Turnbull (R2), Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7) has finally admitted that the Government and one of the private landowners of Ellis Thomas Downs in Sea Cows Bay remain at an impasse regarding the facility's future.
Lakers & Blue Reign crowned champions of 29th MLK Jr 3x3 Basketball
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Lakers of District 3 and Blue Reign of District 2 were crowned champions when the Martin Luther King Jr 3x3 Basketball Tournament organised by the Sea Cows Bay Basketball Club in collaboration with the BVI Olympic Committee was held at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Sunday, February 16, 2025.
4 firearms & 302 rounds of ammo recovered so far in 2025- RVIPF
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has said it recovered 4 firearms and 302 rounds of ammunition during the first six weeks of 2025.
Charisma shines @ 44Cup Nanny Cay
NANNY CAY, VI- In perfect conditions, brilliant sunshine and a 15-18 knot easterly to take the edge off the Caribbean heat, the final day of racing at the 44Cup Nanny Cay, run by PRO Maria Torrijo and the Royal BVI Yacht Club team, was also one of perfect symmetry on February 16, 2025.
Hon Rymer urges road safety following Hodge's Creek accident
HODGE'S CREEK, Tortola, VI- Acting Premier and Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) has called on residents to use the roadways with care and caution, following an accident at Hodge's Creek on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.
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