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Last update: 3 hours agoTourism Stability Watch: A new Amadeus/CHTA report says Curaçao is the Caribbean’s standout for steadier, year-round tourism—posting the lowest seasonality score in the region (21), while others swing hard toward winter peaks. BVI Tourism Push: The BVI Tourist Board & Film Commission is gearing up for the Virgin Islands Tourism Summit with “BVI Market Connect: Partner Exchange,” moving from virtual talks to in-person one-on-ones on June 11. Local Governance Clash: Former VIP legislator Mark Vanterpool is firing back at the government over a “leadership void” and stalled projects, pointing to visible infrastructure and rising hardship. Labor Rules (US, with ripple effects): The U.S. DOL restored the 2019 overtime salary thresholds after courts vacated the Biden-era update—an immediate policy shift for employers. Energy (USVI): The V.I. Energy Office launched a Virtual Power Plant offering Tesla Powerwall owners up to $4,000 to support the grid during high-demand periods. Agriculture (VI): Hon. Stacy Mather is urging more investment in agriculture, including extension services and fisheries support.
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