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The UK should resist compulstion to 'flex their colonial muscles' - Hon Myron V. Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition, Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), has expressed his satsifaction of the lifting of the Order in Council; however, he believes that it should never have been contemplated in the first place.
'Middle East tensions could potentially impact financial cooperation'- Kenneth B. Baker
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - The financial services sector in the Virgin Islands could be affected by escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly regarding levels of international cooperation, as the islands rely on global integration for business.
VI avoids latest EU Blacklist
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands has not been placed on the EU's tax blacklist of non-cooperative jurisdictions; however, it remains on the "grey list" (Annex II), indicating ongoing cooperation on tax reforms.
VI & Finnish institutions to form partnership- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - The Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, and Sports, Honourable Sharie B. de Castro (AL), announced that her ministry will be signing direct partnerships with institutions in Finland to support the government's vision of reimagining education in the territory.
VI 'looking at other areas in Asia for trade relations- Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands is aiming to expand and deepen its relationships with more countries in mainland and Latin America. This was stated by the Minister responsible for Financial Services, Honourable Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL), during a new programme called "Outlook" on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
VI returns to Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2026
MIAMI BEACH, Florida, USA- The Virgin Islands (VI), regarded as the Sailing Capital of the World, will once again make waves at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, taking place from February 11–15, 2026, at Sailor’s Cove – IGY Yacht Haven Grande.
VI mauled 26-0 by Costa Rica in CONCACAF U-17 Football Qualifiers
ALAJUELA, Costa Rica- The Virgin Islands (VI) suffered another heavy loss in Group D at the 2026 CONCACAF Men’s U-17 Football Qualifiers in Costa Rica on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
UK Gender & Equality Adviser makes courtesy call on PS Tasha K. Bertie
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A recent courtesy call on Ms Tasha K. Bertie, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Social Development, by Ms Claire Allan, Gender and Equality Adviser at the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), aimed at strengthening collaboration to advance gender equality in the Virgin Islands.
VI to host Miss Elegantly Plus 2026 in July
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Miss Elegantly Plus 2026 will be hosted in the Virgin Islands in July.
VI score 1st goal in final match @CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers
MANAGUA, Nicaragua- The Virgin Islands (VI) played their final game in Group E at the CONCACAF Women’s Under-17 Qualifiers in Managua, Nicaragua, on Saturday, January 31, 2026, losing 3-1 to Anguilla.
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