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G’ovt to host Agricultural Exhibition & Market in April
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In an effort to strengthen the territory’s food sovereignty, the Government of the Virgin Islands is encouraging all farmers and fishers to increase production and showcase the bounty of the islands during the 2026 Agricultural Exhibition and Market, which opens early next month.
Contract signed for fish landing site & Road Town Master Plan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has emphasised that recent international events, such as pandemics and geopolitical tensions, have highlighted the fragility of international supply chains, hence stating that it is not only wise but essential to strengthen local food production systems.
UPDATE: Gov't restores cistern @ abattoir in Paraquita Bay
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI— After weeks of ongoing water issues at the abattoir in Paraquita Bay, the government has reported that the cistern has been restored.
Cabinet decides to convert Old Admin Building into heritage centre & museum
MAIN STREET, Tortola, VI- The Old Administration Building on Main Street, which underwent renovation in September 2024 in phases, will become a dedicated cultural centre and national museum.
'We do not take sides in distant conflicts'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Referring to the ongoing war in the Middle East, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has stated his position on the conflict.
VI Premier ‘displeased’ with USVI involving federal gov’t in maritime fees matter
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has expressed his disappointment with Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr for getting the federal government involved in the issues arising due to the amendments to the Commercial Recreational Vessel Licensing (CRVL) Act.
‘We must brace ourselves for when oil prices rise’- Premier Wheatley
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has confirmed that fuel prices will most likely increase in the Virgin Islands due to ongoing global tensions.
‘VI will not participate in free movement' as a full CARICOM Member’- VI Premier
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis - The Premier and Minister of Finance of the Virgin Islands, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), has stated that the Virgin Islands will not participate in the free movement of Caribbean nationals if it is accepted as a full member of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
VI Premier engages in plenary activities & Caucus discussions @CARICOM Conference
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) continues to give the Virgin Islands representation at the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis.
Premier Wheatley in St Kitts for 50th Regular Meeting of Heads of Gov’t of CARICOM
BASSETERRE, St Kitts & Nevis- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) departed the Virgin Islands (VI) today, February 24, 2026, for the 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).
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