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VI Gov't extends 'warm wishes' to Guyana on 58th Independence Anniversary

Guyana gained independence from Britain on May 26, 1966. Photo: DPI/Facebook
The Government of the Virgin Islands, led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has extended wishes to the government and people of Guyana on its 58th Independence Anniversary being observed today, May 27, 2024. Photo: GIS
The Government of the Virgin Islands, led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has extended wishes to the government and people of Guyana on its 58th Independence Anniversary being observed today, May 27, 2024. Photo: GIS
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands, led by Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has extended wishes to the government and people of Guyana on its 58th Independence Anniversary being observed today, May 27, 2024.

Guyana gained its independence from Britain on May 26, 1966.

"The Government of the Virgin Islands extends warm wishes to the wonderful people of Guyana as they celebrate their 58th anniversary of independence.

"May this special occasion be filled with joy, unity, and pride as they reflect on the rich history and vibrant culture that define their nation. Here's to continued progress, prosperity, and harmony for the people of Guyana," according to a statement from the Government of the [British] Virgin Islands.

VI seeking investment opportunities in Guyana

The Government of the Virgin Islands has been seeking to establish working relations with oil-rich Guyana.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Trade, and Labour Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) led a trade mission to Guyana from July 30 to August 4, 2023. The primary objective of the mission was to present the VI’s financial services offerings, the advantages of using VI corporate structures, and its expertise in facilitating global cross-border business.

Hon Smith had also said there was no doubt that another mission would be on its way which would give persons an opportunity to travel to the South American nation to explore investment opportunities.

Meanwhile, the VI Government is exploring a visa waiver for Guyanese seeking to travel to the [British] Virgin Islands (VI).

16 Responses to “VI Gov't extends 'warm wishes' to Guyana on 58th Independence Anniversary”

  • asking for a friend (27/05/2024, 19:56) Like (3) Dislike (8) Reply
    What happened to the Visa issues
    • MY OPINION (27/05/2024, 23:19) Like (14) Dislike (12) Reply
      Woow, Independent Guyana sounds like a great place, why do half the expats still stay here?
      • wise up (28/05/2024, 09:39) Like (11) Dislike (6) Reply
        Don’t worry we all will soon leave and hopefully u can find cats and dogs to live in the apartments and u can also do the odd jobs.Hopefully all other of my Caribbean brothers and sister can do the same,let’s see what will happen.
        • cart yo ra$$ (28/05/2024, 13:12) Like (4) Dislike (5) Reply
          Dont let the exit door hit you on the way out
        • @wise up (28/05/2024, 16:56) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
          Dogs and cats living there currently. When they go nothing worse could come soo we lookin forward to the massive exit of the critters.
    • jack (28/05/2024, 11:28) Like (2) Dislike (0) Reply
      If the guyanese association had keep there independence holiday in the ground that they prepare for music festival they would have get a better turn out,lol, I hear alkaline singing as if he was isolated from people ,lmfao ...
  • Dancing with the starsI (28/05/2024, 02:12) Like (15) Dislike (1) Reply
    I would like to join the Hon. Premier and extend congratulations to government and people of Guyana on the celebration of its 58th anniversary of independence. It was a long and difficult journey. However, I must emphasize the vision of the founding father for providing free education for all Guyanese from nursery to university. In addition, the concept of self-reliance was instilled in all its people. Now that the country has started to develop the oil industry, I do hope whatever benefits derived from the oil industry would be used for development of its people. May God continues to bless the government and people of Guyana.
  • general (28/05/2024, 05:39) Like (3) Dislike (0) Reply
    Great
  • Lemmmuek (28/05/2024, 08:30) Like (2) Dislike (7) Reply
    U know meee? Ni fi love Guyana mek independence. Curry cyant done! Even mi fruit and veggie curry down! We got curry ice today too!
  • Big Chuck (28/05/2024, 13:19) Like (2) Dislike (1) Reply
    I wish yall would extend a warm welcome into fixing our roads and infrastructure
  • POLITCAL LOVERS? (28/05/2024, 14:30) Like (2) Dislike (3) Reply
    SINCE WHEN GUYANA BECAME SO IMPORTANT TO THE BVI?
    • Concerned (29/05/2024, 09:17) Like (1) Dislike (6) Reply
      I would like to advise the BVI government not to lift the visa regime on Guyanese until the Government of Guyana begins to treat all Guyanese with respect and stop the discrimination of Guyanese of African descent Please listen the news about Guyana other than the Government news
    • Safia (01/06/2024, 09:39) Like (0) Dislike (0) Reply
      Oil down
  • Umm (28/05/2024, 14:52) Like (9) Dislike (0) Reply
    simples wishes my people , why does everything have to be hateful? no wonder this world is like it is today. clean your hearts and foul mouths.


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