BVI Politics & Governance: Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley says investor confidence in the BVI is “extremely high” despite fallout from the 2022 Commission of Inquiry, pointing to major tourism investments like Nanny Cay’s $40m expansion and continued backing for Biras Creek and Bitter End. Affordable Housing: Wheatley also announced an affordable housing initiative coming in the “coming weeks,” aimed at creating stronger pathways to home ownership through Crown Lands partnerships and other housing solutions. International Representation: The government is advancing plans to establish a representative presence in Panama to strengthen access to a key Latin American financial and business gateway, alongside work to operationalise the Financial Services Directorate. Public Administration: The DMV is drawing backlash over a new requirement for applicants converting foreign driver’s licences to submit a “Driver’s Licence Report” from the issuing authority. Regional Diplomacy: Antigua and Barbuda reiterated support for the BVI’s push for political self-determination, citing UN decolonization efforts and recent constitutional talks updates shared via a regional seminar. Justice & Public Safety: Court Watch highlights a busy St. Croix criminal docket, while USVI police credited bystanders for stopping a suspected drunk driver from fleeing after a fatal St. Thomas crash. Public Health: The VI Epidemiology Team won national recognition at CSTE in Boston, with Dr. Hannah Cranford taking a Rising Leader Award. Culture & Community: BVI ambassadors Shackema Baptiste-Henry and Kimberly Herbert won awards at the Mrs Globe Pageants Awards, including a Humanitarian Award for Herbert.