The Virgin Islands has become the first jurisdiction to implement the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s (ECSC) e-litigation criminal module. The Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court’s (ECSC) e-litigation portal provides a platform for submitting and processing court documents electronically. The addition of the criminal module allows for the expansion of the portal to include the electronic management

The Emergence of the British Virgin Islands as a Global Digital Assets Hub I am delighted to be here today. As you all know, the International Arbitration Centre is an important cog in the wheel of our business and financial services sector and while I cannot be at all the sessions this week, I believe

Tomorrow’s Leaders Internship Programme Madam Speaker, I am honoured to announce the launch of the Tomorrow’s Leaders Internship Programme, a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Financial Services, Labour and Trade and BVI Finance. This programme goes beyond a summer internship; it is a strategic investment in the future of the British Virgin Islands. By

BVI’s Removal from the French Blacklist Madam Speaker, I am pleased to announce that the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been officially removed from the French blacklist of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions. This is a significant achievement that reflects our ongoing commitment to international tax transparency and cooperation. We understand the importance of upholding the highest

STATEMENT PREMIER OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS HONOURABLE DR. NATALIO D. WHEATLEY 1 MARCH, 2024 PRESS CONFERENCE Good afternoon to the Press Corps and the people of the Virgin Islands. I am holding this press conference today to update you on my recent attendance at the 46th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government

The Belonger Status and Permanent Residence Policy for the Virgin Islands has been approved by Cabinet. The policy addresses issues including the length of time required for being eligible for Residence and Belonger Status, the establishment of guidelines and criteria governing the award of status by Cabinet, and the process for determining quotas.  Moreover, other

STATEMENT ON PUBLICATION OF MUTUAL EVALUATION REPORT OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Premier Honourable Dr Natalio Wheatley has reacted to today’s publication of the Mutual Evaluation Report (Report) of the Virgin Islands by the Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF). The Government has welcomed the Report and confirmed that it is committed to rigorously implementing its

The Territory will be observing the 24th Commemorative Celebration for the late H. Lavity Stoutt from 27th February to 7th March under the theme “A Flashback on H. Lavity Stoutt’s Impact.” Deputy Secretary in the Premier’s Office and Chairperson for the Planning Committee, Dr. Lavon Chalwell-Brewley, is encouraging persons to attend this year’s events which will highlight the

Minister for the Americas, the Caribbean and UK Overseas Territories, David Rutley MP, arrives in Road Town today.  During his visit, the Minister will meet Premier Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley and the British Virgin Islands Government to receive an update on progress of governance reforms stemming from an independent inquiry into governance in the territory.  Ahead

Swearing In CeremonyOfHis Excellency The Governor Mr. Daniel PruceMonday 29th January 2024 REMARKS BY PREMIER DR. THE HONOURABLE NATALIO D. WHEATLEY I acknowledge the protocol that has already been established, but wish to recognize: A pleasant good afternoon to you all. On behalf of the Government and people of these Virgin Islands, I extend a very