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30TH CDCC ANNIVERSARY SEES BVI ELECTED AS VICE CHAIR

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The British Virgin Islands was recently elected Vice Chair of the Caribbean Development and Cooperation Committee (CDCC) at its 30th session and anniversary. The meeting with esteemed representatives from the region was held in Trinidad and Tobago and representing the territory was BVI’s Special envoy Mr. Benito Wheatley. He delivered remarks on behalf of the … Continued

RAMON G CLAIMS TWO PLACEMENTS AT STX FESTIVAL

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BVI’s three-time Power Soca Monarch, Ramon George, known by his stage name Ramon G, delivered a stellar performance at the Crucian Christmas Festival 2025 Soca Monarch in St. Croix, United States Virgin Islands, placing in both competing categories. In the Jumpy Segment, Ramon wowed the crowd with his hit song VI Pride, amassing 1,241 points to secure … Continued

PREMIER WHEATLEY AND BRADSHAW ELECTED TO UKOTA

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Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has been elected as the President of the UK Overseas Territories Association (UKOTA) and will concurrently serve as President of its Political Council. This appointment announced by the Government of the Virgin Islands on Thursday, January 9, highlights the BVI’s leadership in fostering unity and collaboration among the UK … Continued

WALWYN SAYS POLICE BILL IS “WOEFULLY INADEQUATE”

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Opposition legislators have made clear the need to strengthen the Police Bill 2024. During a recent sitting of the House of Assembly on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, legislators highlighted its level of inadequate attention. One such voice was that of Sixth District Representative Hon. Myron V Walwyn. The motion to amend the Order Paper and … Continued