New Agreement Aims to Drive Biomedical Innovation and Strengthen Global Investment Barbados is taking a bold step into the future of healthcare. On February 19, 2025, the island signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with European biotech firm Biomedx, paving the way for cutting-edge pharmaceutical research, global investment, and groundbreaking medical advancements. At the heart of...
The government has launched an initiative to create a comprehensive inventory of ideas sourced from nationwide public forums, aiming to incorporate citizens' input into the country's future growth. Prime Minister Mia Mottley introduced the initiative, called the Ideas Forum, during a special event on Wednesday in St Lucy, marking the beginning of the government’s year-long We Gatherin’...
The We Gatherin’ 2025 celebrations have begun with overwhelming success, sparking hopes that the event will become a recurring tradition every five years. Designed to honor Barbados and its people, the initiative has already generated a surge in national pride and community engagement, according to Senator John King, director of the We Gatherin’ 2025 Secretariat. View Barbados Luxury Properties...
The Legends Tour is making its much-anticipated return to Apes Hill Barbados for the 2025 Barbados Legends Tournament Hosted by Ian Woosnam, taking place from April 25th to 27th. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of one of the world’s most stunning golf courses, this prestigious event will feature some of the sport’s most celebrated players. This year’s star-studded field includes Ryder Cup...
The Special Entry and Reside Permit (SERP) provides qualified individuals, their spouses, and children with residency status in Barbados. Property ownership in Barbados can be a requirement for some SERP categories. There are four SERP categories: Category 1: Requires evidence of an investment in Barbados of at least US $2 million from funds sourced outside Barbados and proof of a high net worth...
Barbados celebrated a major milestone in its cruise tourism industry with the inaugural visit of Royal Caribbean’s Odyssey of the Seas to the port of Bridgetown. The state-of-the-art vessel, part of Royal Caribbean’s Quantum Class fleet, docked on Wednesday, bringing over 5,000 guests to the island and further cementing Barbados’ reputation as a premier Caribbean cruise destination. With a crew...
Barbados Port Inc. has unveiled plans to transform into the world’s most innovative and environmentally sustainable maritime hub by 2030. CEO David Jean-Marie announced the ambitious vision during a ceremony honoring top students in marine diesel engineering and marine operations from the Samuel Jackman Prescod Institute of Technology. Central to the port's transformation is a comprehensive fleet...
Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados has been awarded one of Suriname’s highest national honors, the Grand Cordon in the Order of the Palm, in recognition of her exceptional leadership and dedication to strengthening Caribbean unity. The ceremony, held at the Presidential Palace, highlighted Mottley’s significant contributions to Barbados-Suriname relations, her pivotal role within the Caribbean...
Following the UK Spring Budget of 2024, which introduced significant changes to the taxation system for non-domiciled individuals in the UK—often referred to as UK non-doms—Barbados has emerged as a prime relocation destination. The proposed elimination of the remittance basis of taxation and other reforms has prompted many international entrepreneurs residing in the UK to reconsider their tax...
Barbados' Welcome Stamp initiative has emerged as a beacon for digital nomads, drawing in a remarkable amount of participants over the past years, with a majority hailing from the United States. This innovative program, designed to offer a seamless blend of work and leisure in a picturesque island setting, has proven to be a resounding success, showcasing a promising model for sustainable...