BVI ENGAGES IN TALKS WITH USVI OVER PROPOSED 25% TARIFF

The Government of the Virgin Islands has begun discussions with the United States Virgin Islands (USVI) administration regarding the proposed 25% tariff on goods imported from the BVI. In a statement addressing the issue, Acting Premier and Minister for Communication and Works, Hon. Kye Rymer, assured residents that constructive dialogue has commenced with USVI Governor … Continued

VI Valentine’s Day Baby Receives Breastfeeding Support

The first baby born on Valentine’s Day at the D. Orlando Smith Hospital received a specially curated Breastfeeding Support Basket in effort to promote maternal and infant health through breastfeeding. In a Government Information Services release, Chief Nursing Officer, Ms. Jascinth Hannibal said the initiative is aimed at promoting breastfeeding as a key public health … Continued

USVI PROPOSES TARIFFS ON BVI GOODS AMID RISING TENSIONS OVER CHARTER FEE HIKES

The United States Virgin Islands (USVI) is considering imposing a 25% tariff on goods imported from the British Virgin Islands (BVI), along with entry and exit fees for non-Virgin Islanders, in response to drastic fee increases proposed by the BVI government on USVI-based yacht charters. USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. requested an emergency meeting with … Continued

RVIPF REPORTS PROGRESS IN CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL FIREARMS

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has made significant strides in its efforts to combat illegal firearms and ammunition possession, with officers recovering four firearms and 302 rounds of ammunition within the first six weeks of 2025. Among the recovered weapons was a modified pistol classified as a prohibited weapon, capable of discharging multiple … Continued