The British Virgin Islands (BVI) is set to introduce a new Online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card system, aimed at modernising and streamlining its entry processes. This initiative, developed by the Department of Immigration in partnership with His Majesty’s Customs, will officially launch in a pilot phase on October 1, 2024, with full implementation becoming mandatory by […]

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The Caribbean is facing increasingly severe impacts from climate change, affecting everything from weather patterns to livelihoods, infrastructure, ecosystems, air travel, and the tourist industry. Key developments include: 1. Intensifying Hurricanes and Storms The frequency and intensity of hurricanes in the Caribbean have escalated in recent years, with climate change cited as a significant factor. […]

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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida – The scenic island nation of Japan continues to be a hot destination for tourists who are inspired by architecture, local cuisine, and natural landscapes, and this trend is expected to extend into 2026. Today, Princess Cruises – recognized as the leading North American cruise line in Japan – released its 2026 […]

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Nassau, The Bahamas – While addressing the Office of the Prime Minister’s Weekly Press Briefing, on September 19, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis pointed out that the week marked three years in office; and that “not every day has been easy, but every day has been a privilege.” “And […]

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Nassau, The Bahamas – Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis, said, on September 18, 2024, that he was delighted to be at the Official Ceremony to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), and to officially welcome Her Excellency Yan Jiarong as the new […]

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Charlestown, Nevis – The Honourable Mark Brantley, Premier of Nevis, warmly welcomed Ambassador of Switzerland to St. Kitts and Nevis, Her Excellency Rita Hämmerli-Weschke during a courtesy call at his Pinney’s Estate Office on Friday, September 20. The Ambassador was accompanied on the courtesy call to Nevis by Honorary Consul General of Switzerland to St. Kitts […]

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – St. Kitts and Nevis will emphasise its official stance on key global issues at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 79), with a distinguished delegation led by Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew. The annual UNGA is the biggest diplomatic event on the international calendar as it […]

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – When my Administration took office, we promised to take steps to ensure the integrity of our Citizenship-by-Investment program. This program has attracted significant criticism for its lack of transparency and its seeming disregard for rules that were supposed to govern its operation. After enacting significant CBI reforms in St. Kitts and […]

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Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Director of Public Prosecutions’ Office (DPPO) announced today that it will be launching a formal investigation into the administration of the Citizenship By Investment (CBI) program prior to the significant reforms implemented by the current Federal Administration. The DPPO emphasizes the importance of ensuring a fair and independent inquiry, particularly in […]

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