AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUSVI Charter Yacht Fees: Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. escalated a dispute over rising charter yacht fees, pushing for an emergency Inter-Virgin Islands Council meeting in Washington and demanding Premier Natalio Wheatley respond in writing by Sept. 25. BVI Utilities & Safety: BVIEC warned residents after employees doing meter work were threatened, urging safe, unobstructed access to meters and electrical equipment. BVI Health Leadership: Cabinet approved Bevis A. Sylvester as the new BVI Health Services Authority chair, pending House of Assembly approval. Climate Finance Push: The VICCTF is urging sister islands beyond Tortola—especially Jost Van Dyke and Anegada—to submit projects as it seeks credibility and future access to larger global climate funds. Water & Sewerage: A new Water and Sewerage Department director pledged stronger services ahead of plans to consolidate water and electricity under a single statutory corporation. Finance & Recognition: Aura Minerals announced a $200M syndicated loan facility, while BVI trusts and estates lawyer Christopher J. McKenzie won a STEP Lifetime Achievement Award. Tourism & Travel: The Moorings says it has lost many local boat captains and is prioritizing local hiring amid complaints about charter work going to expatriates. Regional Policy: The VI/BVI reaffirmed support for Brazil’s SDG 18 initiative on ethnic and racial equality.
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