AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFinancial Services: The BVI and Hong Kong signed an MoU to help eligible local businesses and financial firms expand in Hong Kong, with support including mentoring, workspace and funding programmes. The agreement also targets fintech knowledge-sharing and green finance. Cruise Tourism: Oceania Vista’s inaugural call opened the 2026/27 cruise season. Separately, Mark Vanterpool proposed raising the cruise passenger tax from $16 to as much as $25, saying the increase could generate $25 million to $30 million annually. Marina Development: Nanny Cay’s $30 million expansion has completed its 1,430-foot breakwater; work continues on a 112-slip marina, entrance channel and boatyard. Water Infrastructure: Vanterpool called for more reliable water service, proposing desalination plants near population centres alongside improved reservoirs and distribution networks. Cruise Outlook: Celebrity Xcite is slated to include the British Virgin Islands on seven-night Caribbean itineraries from Miami in 2028.
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