Hundreds gathered at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Thursday, July 17, to pay their final respects to the late Mrs. Eileene L. Parsons, OBE, former legislator and cultural icon.  The official funeral was held at the Multi-purpose Sports Complex. The day began with a solemn procession from the House of Assembly Chamber at 8:00 a.m.,

Tortola, Virgin Islands – 17th July 2025 As Premier of the Virgin Islands, I was pleased to visit London for a series of productive engagements with the United Kingdom Government, Members of Parliament, and fellow leaders of the Overseas Territories, focused on governance reform, the fight against illicit finance, and the shared priorities of the

We are pleased to share with you the Second Edition of the BVI London Office Newsletter.This edition offers an ongoing reflection of our unwavering commitment to transparency, engagement, and exceptional service. We invite you to explore the insights and updates featured within.

Deputy Premier and Minister for Natural Resources and Climate Change Honourable Julian Fraser RA attended the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), held in Nice, France. The global forum was held from June 9 to 13 and brought together Heads of Government, ministers, scientists, civil society, youth leaders, and private sector stakeholders to advance ocean

Opening Remarks by Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley Premier of the Virgin Islands Fintech on the Seas 2025 25 June, 2025 Good morning, and a most warm welcome to the beautiful Virgin Islands. It is a distinct pleasure to host you here today, as we embark on three days of purposeful dialogue, exploration, and collaboration at

  Remarks by Honourable Lorna Smith OBE Fintech on the Seas 2025 25 June, 2025 Good day, As Patron of FinTech on the Seas, it is a pleasure to welcome so many high-level regulators, founders, fund managers, and tech pioneers to the British Virgin Islands. Each of you play a vital role in shaping the

The Government of the Virgin Islands urges all BVI nationals currently residing in or visiting Qatar to exercise vigilance and take shelter immediately until further notice. Please remain indoors where safe, and closely monitor the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) website for the latest travel and safety guidance: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-adviceTo ensure we can remain

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has placed the Virgin Islands under its “increased monitoring” process to refine its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) framework. Jurisdictions under the “increased monitoring” category have committed to work collaboratively with the FATF to strengthen existing mechanisms and ensure alignment with the highest global standards by addressing key

Government of the Virgin IslandsOFFICIAL Statement June 6, 2025 Statement by Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley As Premier, my priority is the stability and wellbeing of our Islands, guided by our strong institutions, whose independence and expertise uphold our banking sector’s integrity. We are proud of the global confidence placed in

The 4th Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference (COTSC) took place in London from May 13 to 16, 2025. The event was graciously hosted by the Speaker of the UK House of Commons, the Rt. Honourable Sir Lindsay Hoyle, MP. Delegates included Speakers and Clerks from various UK Overseas Territories such as Anguilla, Bermuda, the