Does Premier Smith really have interest of VI @ heart? Julio S. Henry
Speaking on the radio programme on ZBVI 780 AM on Thursday November 3, 2016 Mr Henry said he had to put that concern out to the public.
He pointed out that when Premier Smith travels to a country like China that does not respect human rights, that does not respect the environment, that has the biggest and most powerful protectionism policies in place, and he makes statements such as, “he does not believe in protectionism for the BVI,” Henry stated that this is what he mean and sought to bring it into clearer focus.
He said it is public knowledge that Premier Smith has a private medical practice. “What if Julio Sam Henry becomes the Premier tomorrow and decide to flood this country with doctors’ offices just like his who can do a better job at a cheaper rate than his, you think that’s right?” he asked.
“Remember that this is the same person who wasn’t a politician but got a chance to run this great country, this is the same man that other people trusted when they listened to all that propaganda that he was preaching in the snap election to put them back in office because we are so great and the numbers are looking good, and we put them back in; who said he does not believe in protecting people, in our local business, you, young entrepreneurs who haven’t even born yet who haven’t even gotten a chance …that’s what he’s telling me.”
He argued that the biggest countries like the USA, China have protectionism in place.
Serious question
“I have a serious question, be honest, does the Premier, our Premier Dr. D Orlando Smith, does he really have the BVI interest at heart?” Mr Henry asked.
He said he is aware that this will hurt some because they are going to say how can he ask that question bearing in mind that the Premier is doing all this and all that and he agrees that he is working hard to protect the Financial services to which he partially approves and he is working hard to bring in more high-end tourism in the country because he can see it and is aware, however, the question has to be asked.
23 Responses to “Does Premier Smith really have interest of VI @ heart? Julio S. Henry”
ones but does that mean you should run? Not necessarily, however you have a right to express your views and help keep the managers on the straight and narrow. That is our duty. And the administrators(I hate to use the word politicians because they begin to believe that) are obliged to listen. Mayor Koch of NY used to ask "how am I doing?", he wanted feedback from the people so he can make adjustments accordingly. Criticism is required. We don't have to run for anything, we just have to tell them what we want.
For those loans, China requires in most cases for countries to buy Chinese material and equipment, employ Chinese workers on projects, and requires relax immigration requirements for Chinese citizens. Further, at the UN and other bodies, China expects support from these countries on votes. Thus, it is imperative that any agreement with China be win-win. The BVI must show strength and patient, not desperation. Be vigilate.