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BVI Chamber of Commerce & Trade Department secure early healthcare partnership progress during Colombia Trade Mission
BOGOTA, Colombia- The BVI Chamber of Commerce, working alongside the Virgin Islands Trade Department, has announced significant early progress following its recent strategic mission to Colombia focused on healthcare partnerships, trade expansion, sustainability, and investment opportunities.
Gov't working hard to find $$ for salary hike for healthcare workers- Health Minister
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Healthcare workers in the Virgin Islands have been under tremendous pressure and have expressed concerns regarding their salaries and working conditions.
‘Gas prices will not be regulated under new Consumer Protection Act’- VI Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has announced that the new Consumer Protection Act, which is currently in the House of Assembly as a bill, will not regulate gas prices. Instead, it will solely focus on regulating the prices of items within the essential basket of goods.
USVI experiencing higher fuel, shipping & living costs as US-Iran impasse prolongs
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Oil prices climbed Monday, May 11, 2026, after President Donald J. Trump rejected Iran’s response to a US peace proposal, raising fears that the war will continue to restrict shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and keep global energy markets under pressure.
Was Kurt A.G. Menal forced out? Resigned abruptly as MD of BVIAA
BEEF ISLAND, Tortola, VI- Word reaching our news centre from BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) Board Members, speaking to our newsroom on condition of anonymity, is that the Managing Director (MD), Mr Kurt A.G. Menal, has abruptly resigned from his post on Thursday, May 7, 2026.
BVITBFC launches Virtual Reality Museum to showcase destination globally
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI — The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) has officially unveiled its state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) Museum, marking a bold step forward in destination marketing and cultural preservation.
BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission releases Event Sponsorship Guidelines & Submission Requirements
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI— The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) has released its Event Sponsorship Support Guidelines & Submission Requirements. This document is designed to improve understanding and transparency between event organisers and the Territory’s tourism development goals.
Hon Lorna G. Smith leads VI delegation to Consensus by CoinDesk in Miami
MIAMI, Florida, USA- A team from the Virgin Islands (VI) led by Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE, (AL) attended Consensus by CoinDesk in Miami, Florida, from May 5 to 7, 2026.
BVIPA explores incoporating solar energy into operations
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is reporting that discussions have begun to incorporate solar energy into its operations, as part of a strategic effort towards modern, resilient, and environmentally responsible port development.
Tomorrow’s Leaders Internship Programme begins
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Finance Tomorrow’s Leaders Internship Programme began on Friday, May 1, 2026, with an orientation session.
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