Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley is away from the Territory attending the Monaco Yacht Show until October 1 and the United Nations Meeting in New York on October 3 and 4.

Honourable Dr. Wheatley will lead a delegation from the Virgin Islands Shipping Registry to the Monaco Yacht Show which is an annual international show dedicated to the world of superyachts.

Premier Wheatley stated, “The BVI is the sailing capital of the world. We are an excellent destination to experience the wonders of the sea. Moreover, we can offer world class services through our Red Ensign Category 1 Shipping Registry. The Monaco Yacht Show allows us the opportunity to promote the benefits of sailing and registering in the BVI.”

While in New York, Premier Wheatley will make a statement to the Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization) at the 78th Session of the United Nations General Assembly at UN Headquarters.

The Premier says his attendance at these events is to continue to promote the overall socio-economic and political interests of the Virgin Islands, the Territory has yet to see a plan from his Government on a way forward economically or towards further self determination.