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I have no doubt we will be going back to Guyana’ – Hon Lorna G. Smith

Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Trade, and Labour Honourable Lorna G. Smith (AL) OBE said for local businesses and companies who may have missed the trade mission to Guyana, there is no doubt that another mission will be on its way which will giver persons an opportunity to travel to the South American Nation. Photo: GIS/Facebook
BVI Finance CEO Elise Donovan added that since 2022, persons have been showing interest in opportunities in Guyana given the increase in economic activities, and asking about what BVI Finance would be doing. Photo: GIS/Facebook
BVI Finance CEO Elise Donovan added that since 2022, persons have been showing interest in opportunities in Guyana given the increase in economic activities, and asking about what BVI Finance would be doing. Photo: GIS/Facebook
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Trade, and Labour Honourable Lorna G. Smith (AL) OBE said for local businesses and companies who may have missed the trade mission to Guyana, there is no doubt that another mission will be on its way which will give persons an opportunity to travel to the South American nation to explore investment opportunities.

“For those who missed out? I have no doubt that we will be going back,” Hon Smith said during a press conference on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.

“I mean there was so much that we accomplished in three days and there is a lot more to be done. And so again you know, we will be letting people know when we're going back. Persons will be going back privately but...” she added.  

The Deputy Premier further detailed that when the government does decide to return to Guyana, there will be a similar announcement for persons to join.  

BVI Finance to issue invites 

Meanwhile, a representative from the private sector who was present at the meeting said the invitations came from BVI Finance and was a great opportunity since the company already had a presence in Guyana. 

BVI Finance CEO Elise Donovan added that since 2022, persons have been showing interest in opportunities in Guyana given the increase in economic activities, and asking about what BVI Finance would be doing. 

“So when the minister decided she was going to lead this delegation… it was a no-brainer,” Ms Donovan added.

14 Responses to “I have no doubt we will be going back to Guyana’ – Hon Lorna G. Smith ”

  • No dont tell me (18/08/2023, 09:55) Like (5) Dislike (0) Reply
    I guess Showonde and Sharrie will be on this trip?
  • unvaxx 4ever (18/08/2023, 10:25) Like (10) Dislike (1) Reply
    Lorna in Guyana corner.
  • hmm (18/08/2023, 10:32) Like (2) Dislike (2) Reply
    THE VIP GRANNY
  • Be Cautious (18/08/2023, 10:41) Like (6) Dislike (1) Reply
    Nothing wrong with exploring but be cautious. You don't have to commit to anything until you know what you are getting into. In the meantime you can update us on that 8 million plane deal?
  • GUYANESE TONGUE (18/08/2023, 12:31) Like (4) Dislike (9) Reply
    YALL WAIT AND SEE, GUYANA WILL BE THE COUNTRY TO RESCUE BVI, WHEN THE ITCH HIT THE FAN, SOME OF THE FOOD THE BVI PEOPLE WILL BE EATING WILL BE INPORTED FROM GUYANA, AND ALSO SOME OF THEY WILL END UP LIVING IN GUYANA, WATCH AND SEE!!!!
    • @GUYANESE TONGUE (18/08/2023, 14:01) Like (14) Dislike (6) Reply
      Nonsense. When we leave here its either the United States or the UK we gone; nobody leaving the BVI to go live in no Guyana. wait on that! Is the Gyuanese want to be here!
      • @@Guyanese tongue (18/08/2023, 15:35) Like (4) Dislike (0) Reply
        Thanks for responding to Guyanese tongue ,eating is one thing but living is another !
  • Take Warning.. (18/08/2023, 13:42) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
    Pls do not get yourself involves in any corrupt or criminal activities..
  • great (18/08/2023, 14:18) Like (4) Dislike (3) Reply
    Please make the next trip to Guyana much longer and just don't return!
  • Tadow (18/08/2023, 17:56) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    The people of the Virgin Islands did not put you in counsel to keep going to Guyana. The BVI need fixing, there are enough issues here that needs attention and can keep you busy for the next four years. Do the people them work and keep your a$$ out of Guyana.
  • usvi (18/08/2023, 20:07) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    ITS ALL ABOUT THE OIL
  • @tadow (18/08/2023, 20:11) Like (1) Dislike (0) Reply
    You can say that again. People of the BVI need to get serious and put pressure on the non-leaders to operate as if they have sense! I am sick of it now.
  • really?? (22/08/2023, 08:06) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
    Who in Guyana lying, stealing and killing to get out, soooo wha we going down there for??? The amount of trouble Guyanese nationals give in the BVI I don’t see the vision. Sorry Lorna, not on your corner on this one. Let’s not forget the infamous DA…..


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