#43 Caribbean News Round Up Episode 1 Week of May 19

The Caribbean region is implementing strategic initiatives spanning maritime commerce and digital connectivity to labor policies and tourism development, with impacts reaching far beyond regional borders. The US Virgin Islands is exploring creating an international ship registry to boost American shipping and the territory's economy, while Antigua plays a key role in the Caribbean Elite Alliance Submarine Cable System.Here's a look at what's making Pulse of the Caribbean News Headlines:  U.S. Virgin Islands Being Considered for New Ship RegistryAntigua and Barbuda Play a Key Role in New Submarine Cable System Linking Many Nearby Islands to Boca Raton, Florida.Dominican Republic Construction Industry Working To Secure Permits or Visas for 87,000 Immigrants.Antigua & Barbuda is hosting the Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2025These and other stories are on Episode 1 for the Week of May 19.Listen and subscribe to the  Pulse of the Caribbean News Round Up for news you need to know. Send comments, news releases and information to [email protected] now for the Victory Run Walk 2025 in the US Virgin Islands! Early bird registration for the 5K, 10K, and half marathon is open at VictoryRunwalkVI.com with discounts ending June 1st.