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VI will remain engaged with DR for mutual economic benefits- Premier Wheatley
CARTAGENA, Colombia - The Virgin Islands (VI) and the Dominican Republic (DR) have reaffirmed the economic importance of the Greater Caribbean as the region seeks to boost its economic dynamism and resilience.
‘We are laying the groundwork for a maritime trade corridor’ with St Maarten- Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- In an effort to reduce its dependence on the US market and position itself as a proactive participant in regional integration and economic resilience, the Virgin Islands continues to explore trade opportunities with certain countries, including Sint Maarten and the Dominican Republic.
St Maarten mission strengthened ‘commitment to collaborate’- Premier Wheatley
PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten- Virgin Islands Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) recently led a delegation to a strategic trade mission to Sint Maarten, to engage in high-level dialogue to advance mutual interests in maritime, trade, agriculture, tourism, health services, and financial services.
Premier commissions spanking new BVI Hong Kong Representative Office
HONG KONG, China— Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) kicked off his five-day official trip to Asia by formally opening the newly relocated BVI Representative Office in Hong Kong, along with meeting key investors in the Territory, on February 16, 2025.
Trade deal with DR will help lower price of goods in VI- Premier
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has reminded that he will soon be leading a trade mission to the Dominican Republic to secure a trade deal.
'Gov’t business travel must be worth it' – Hon Lorna G. Smith
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE said travelling on official business for the Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) must bring returns for the territory.
VI delegation completes 'successful' 2nd leg of Asia Trade Mission in Shenzhen
SHENZHEN, China- The BVI Asia Trade Mission, led by Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) held a meeting with the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) in Shenzhen, which serves to foster international economic and trade cooperation.
1st leg of BVI Asia Trade Mission deemed a success
HONG KONG, China- The [British] Virgin Islands (VI) Asia Trade Mission, led by Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), has successfully completed its first leg in Hong Kong, engaging in a series of meetings and events last week.
Hon Smith leading 13-member trade mission delegation to Asia
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the [British] Virgin Islands (VI) has announced that the Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, the Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL), will lead a 13-member delegation on a trade mission to Asia, one of the VI’s most important business markets. The delegation will also be joined by industry counterparts from Asia.
'I travelled next to a dog in coach' to Guyana- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- While waving her tickets, which she said were for an airplane coach seat, Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Hon Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has dispelled rumours of first-class travels on the public purse by the VI delegation on its recent trade mission to Guyana.
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