Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment Program is one of the fastest and most accessible ways to secure a second passport. With straightforward requirements, quick processing times, and tax benefits, it has gained popularity among global investors. This guide outlines everything you need to know about the program in 2025.Key Benefits:Processing Time: Citizenship can be granted in as little as three months.Investment Requirement: A non-refundable contribution to Vanuatu’s Development Support Program (DSP).Tax Advantages: No personal income, inheritance, or capital gains tax.Visa-Free Travel: Access to 113 countries, including Hong Kong, Singapore, and Russia.Residency Requirement: None; applicants are not required to live in Vanuatu.Language Requirement: None; no language test is needed.Visa-Free Countries: 113USA Visa Opportunities: Vanuatu citizens can apply a 10 years Visa B1/B2 US Visa.Taxes: No tax on global incomeProcessing Time: 60-90 daysInvestment Options:Donation To the Vanuatu Development Support Programme (VDSP): For a single applicant is US $ 130,000, and for a family of four is US $180,000Real Estate Option Program (REO): A minimum investment is US $200.000 for a single applicant, and US $230,000 for a family of four.Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP): donation of $105,000 Plus (Redeemable investment of $50,000)for a family of four.Eligible Family Members: Spouse, Children under 30 (financially dependent and Parents/grandparents over 50Passport Validity: 10 yearsVisit or Residency Requirement: None (at present)Interview Requirement: NoneProcessing Speed: Vanuatu is the fastest and simplest citizenship program available, with most clients obtaining their new Vanuatu passports within 60 days of starting the process.Investment Options for Vanuatu Citizenship1. Vanuatu Development Support Programme (DSP): The Donation ProgramThe one-time donation to the Vanuatu Development Support Programme (VDSP) for the Vanuatu Government is as follows:For a Single Applicant: $130,000,Family of Four: $180,000 (The CIIP, mentioned below, is cheaper.)Additional Family Members: $10,0002. Capital Investment Immigration Plan (CIIP)The Vanuatu CIIP requires a donation of $105,000 Plus (Redeemable investment of $50,000). This $50,000 investment redeemable after four years, its reducing the overall cost of citizenship to $105,000 for a family of four.3. Vanuatu Real Estate Option Program (ROI)The Vanuatu Real Estate Option Program (REO) under Vanuatu's citizenship act allows investor to invest into a Vanuatu Approved Project (VGAP) hotels/resorts (share)property plus VAT for a minimum of US $200,000 for a single applicant and $230,000 for a family of four.Eligibility RequirementsTo qualify for Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment Program, applicants must:Be between 18 and 65 years old.Have a clean criminal record.Show proof of financial stability with at least $250,000 in net assets.Be able to sustain themselves and dependents without relying on Vanuatu-based employment.Include dependent children under 18 and financially dependent parents/grandparents in the application.How the Process Works1. Prepare Required Documents: Gather all necessary documents, includes:Passport copies, Birth/marriage certificates (if applicable), Police clearance from countries lived in for over 12 months in the past ten years, Medical examination reports, Financial proof of at least $250,000 in net assets, including banking assets2. Initial Due Diligence & Payment: Pay a non-refundable $5,000 due diligence fee to initiate background checks. The Vanuatu government conducts due diligence to verify the applicant's background.3. Submit Application Through NG Global Citizens: Applications must be submitted via an approved Development Support Program (DSP) agent. The agent will handle document verification and submission to the Vanuatu Citizenship Commission (VCC).4. Approval in Principle: Within two weeks, the VCC issues an Approval in Principle (AIP), confirming that the applicant has passed due diligence.5. Full Investment Payment: After AIP, the applicant must pay the full investment amount. The amount varies depending on the number of applicants (single, couple, or family application).6. Receive Citizenship Approval: Upon full payment, the applicant receives a formal approval letter.7. Take the Oath of Allegiance: The applicant must take an oath, which can be done online or via video conferencing. This completes the naturalization process.8. Receive Passport: Within one month of taking the oath, the applicant receives their citizenship certificate and passport from the nearest Vanuatu consulate.Conclusion: Vanuatu’s Citizenship by Investment Program offers a fast, flexible, and tax-efficient path to a second passport. With minimal residency requirements, a straightforward process, and numerous financial benefits, it remains an attractive option for global investors in 2025.Need Expert Guidance? Navigating immigration programs can be complex. Our team provides personalised assistance, ensuring you understand every step of the Vanuatu citizenship process. Contact NG Global Citizens today for tailored support!Visit our website for more Citizenship & Residency Program that are now available at www.ngglobalcitizens.com.

St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit Chairman Addresses Concerns Over EU Visa Waiver and Highlights Programme SuccessIn his New Year’s address, Calvin St. Juste, Chairman of the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), reassured stakeholders that the country’s visa-free access to the European Union remains secure despite concerns surrounding the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) rollout. The EU plans to introduce ETIAS for all visa-exempt nations starting in the first half of 2025."Let me clarify that our visa-free access to the European Union remains unaffected. ETIAS is a travel authorization system, not a visa, and it will apply to all visa-waiver countries globally. This measure aims to enhance travel security, without impacting our existing agreements with the EU," St. Juste stated.The Chairman further emphasized the CIU’s ongoing efforts to maintain the integrity of the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme by adhering to the highest international standards of due diligence and transparency. These initiatives have solidified the country’s reputation as a trusted partner within the global community.“As we enter 2025, we are committed to building on the solid foundation we have established this past year,” he said, noting the Programme’s significant progress on the international stage.St. Juste highlighted the remarkable strides made throughout 2024 in strengthening the position of the St. Kitts and Nevis CBI Programme. He pointed to the implementation of vital reforms, alongside fostering international partnerships that benefit both the economy and citizens of the Federation.“2024 has been a year of growth and progress. We’ve enhanced the CBI Programme by introducing reforms that align with global best practices and help drive our nation's economic development,” St. Juste remarked in a press statement.In a recent CBI podcast, the Chairman shared insights into the ongoing restructuring of the 40-year-old Programme, which has prioritized good governance as its cornerstone. Establishing a Board of Governors and enhancing due diligence practices are among the steps taken to ensure the Programme's continued transparency and accountability.Additionally, St. Juste highlighted recent adjustments to the CBI Programme’s investment thresholds, such as lowering the minimum required investment for real estate to $325,000 and for private homes to $600,000. These changes, he explained, are strategically aimed at attracting more investors while preserving the Programme’s elite status."We are committed to delivering decisions within ten weeks for straightforward applications, significantly reducing timelines through the use of innovation and technology,” he revealed.The CIU’s efforts have reinforced St. Kitts and Nevis’ position as a top destination for global investors. The CBI Programme's contributions to the local economy are equally impactful, funding key sectors such as healthcare, education, and agriculture.“The revenue generated from the CBI Programme touches every citizen—whether through the food we consume or the salaries of civil servants,” Chairman St. Juste emphasized, underlining the Programme’s vital role in sustaining the Federation’s long-term development.As the year unfolds, the CIU remains steadfast in its commitment to maintaining the high standards that have made the St. Kitts and Nevis CBI Programme one of the most respected in the world. NOTE:For further information how to obtain Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment please contact NG Global Citizens.www.ngglobalcitizens.com

Centre-right Maltese lawmaker Roberta Metsola, chosen Tuesday as only the third woman to head the European Parliament, is viewed as a political moderate despite controversy over her anti-abortion stance. Elected on the day she turns 43, the politician from the European Union's smallest nation becomes the youngest president ever to run the chamber.She takes over at a time of mourning for the legislature as it marks the sudden death last week of its speaker David Sassoli.Metsola, a member of the biggest parliamentary bloc, the European People's Party, was already the frontrunner to replace the center-left Italian parliament chief under a deal struck by the main political groupings.She is no stranger to the EU's byzantine corridors of power after serving as Sassoli's top vice president of the chamber."I think we have a convincing candidate: young, female, from a small country," Manfred Weber, the EPP's parliamentary chief, said.Metsola's career has been intertwined with her Mediterranean homeland's membership of the EU -- and her rise to a job usually dominated by lawmakers from bigger powers could help shine the spotlight on often overlooked countries.As a student, she campaigned for the successful "Yes" vote when Malta decided to join the EU in 2003. She then headed to the elite College of Europe in Bruges that turned out Eurocrats, and went on to work in Brussels.She was eventually elected as an MEP on her third try, in 2013, on the ticket of Malta's Nationalist Party."It took me almost 10 years to become a member of the European Parliament. I could have given up," the mother of four sons wrote. MEPs had been expected to elect Metsola as president despite her anti-abortion stanceBut Metsola has insisted she would put her personal stance to one side and represent the majority view of the parliament as president. "On sexual and reproductive health and rights, the position of the European Parliament is clear," Metsola told the newspaper Malta Today."As president of the Parliament my duty is to represent the view of the Parliament and if I am elected, I will do my duty as I have always done."(AFP)SourceWires,News. “France 24.” France 24, www.france24.com, 18 January. 2022, https://www.france24.com/en/news-wires. Picture @Reuteurs

We believe that the most important tool you can receive to ensure your success in today's local and global society is a higher education from a reputable university. Education lessens the challenges you will face in life. The more knowledge you gain, the more opportunities for individuals to advance their careers and personal growth will become available. Higher education in Portugal is aligned with that of the rest of Europe, with Portuguese Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorates being equivalent across the continent. Portugal, like the rest of the world, distinguishes between research-oriented universities and more practice-oriented polytechnics. The majority of courses are taught in Portuguese, but an increasing number of courses are taught in English, particularly at the Master's level. Here are the top 8 Universities of 2022 in Portugal, Based on The World University Ranking. Statistic Source 1. Universidade Católica Portuguesa, Catholic University of PortugalThe Universidade Católica Portuguesa, established by Holy See decree in 1967, is a Higher Education Institution based on the core values of humanism, with an international vocation, with the goal of promoting qualified education and integral formation, reference knowledge and research, and innovation at the service of the common good. 2. Universidade NOVA de Lisboa / Nova Univerity of LisboaThe Universidade NOVA de Lisboa was established on August 11, 1973, and is the youngest of Lisbon's three state universities. Integrated within a framework of higher education expansion and diversification, the University adopted a new model within the Portuguese system that emphasized interdisciplinary approaches and technological developments while also safeguarding offerings in traditional academic domains such as medicine, sciences, and humanities. 3. Universidade De Porto / University of PortoThe University of Porto, founded in 1911, is a model institution for higher education and scientific research in Portugal. The University of Porto combines high-quality education focused on individual vocations and talents as well as market needs with the claim of being Portugal's greatest scientific birthplace. It is committed to transforming the talent and innovation of its 14 faculties, one business school, and more than 50 research centers into social assets. The University of Porto has the richest academic community in Portugal, attracting the country's top students, a highly qualified scientific and teaching staff, and an increasing number of international students, teachers, and researchers. Its fully equipped campus, which is embedded within the city, ensures an optimal academic, scientific, social, and cultural experience. 4. Universidade De Lisboa (Ulisboa) / University of LisboaUniversidade de Lisboa (ULisboa) is Portugal's largest and most prestigious university, as well as one of Europe's leading research institutions. ULisboa was founded in July 2013, following the merger of the former Universidade Técnica de Lisboa and Universidade de Lisboa. It is the heir to a university tradition that dates back seven centuries. 5. Universidade Beira Interior (UBI) / University Beira InteriorNowadays, UBI is a national and international reference institution, in the spheres of education, research, innovation and entrepreneurship.  More and more concerned about quality, UBI has invested in the creation of well-equipped laboratories, in the expansion of its facilities, in the involvement in research projects of national and international scope, and in a qualified teaching staff. Two of the hallmarks of this University are the provision of laboratories in all teaching areas and teacher-student proximity education. With approximately 7000 students, this institution has now more than 29 undergraduate or master courses, about 40 2nd cycle/master courses and about 25 3rd cycle/doctorate courses, distributed by its five faculties: Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Faculty of Arts and Letters and Faculty of Health Sciences. Currently, in terms of human resources, UBI has more than 600 teachers and 270 employees throughout its five faculties and services.  6. Universidade de Coimbra / University of CoimbraBy signing “Scientiae Thesaurus Mirabilis”, King Denis created the oldest university of the country and one of the oldest in the world. Dated from 1290, the document originated the General Study, recognized in the same year by Pope Nicholas IV. A century after the birth of the nation, the University of Coimbra germinated. It started operating in Lisbon but, in 1308, it was transferred to Coimbra, alternating between the two cities until 1537, when it settled in the city of river Mondego. Initially confined to the Royal Palace, the University spread throughout the city of Coimbra, while modifying its landscape and making it the University City. It later enlarged with the creation of a second Campus, dedicated to Engineering and Technology, and with a third Campus devoted to Health Sciences. To study at the University of Coimbra is to pursue the intellectual history of the country in the school that graduated some of the most distinguished personalities of national culture, science and politics. 7. ISCTE De Lisbon / University Institute of Lisbon The ISCTE - University Institute of Lisbon was founded in 1972 as one of Portugal’s first modern universities, with the central aim of studying labor and social dynamics in a rapidly changing world. Since its establishment, the university has expanded its disciplinary reach into four schools: ISCTE Business School, the School of Sociology and Public Policy, the School of Technology and Architecture and the School of Social Sciences and Humanities. 8. University of Algarve / University of Algarve The University of Algarve is a unique institution. First of all, as it is the only Portuguese university created by the Law of the Assembly of the Republic, having received unanimous approval from Parliament. The Academy is recognized for the quality of its teaching in several fields, namely in the areas of Health Sciences and Technologies; Economy, Management and Tourism; Social and Education Sciences; and Exact and Natural Sciences, also standing out at the international level in various rankings. These are the Top 8 Universities in Portugal, as Portugal offers residence by investment, which entitles you to the same benefits as a Portuguese resident, including access to educational facilities throughout the country. To learn more about Portugal Residency by Investment, click here. Statistic Source : https://www.timeshighereducation.com/ Banner Image by Henrique via UnplashPosted By Derry Khudlori

TALISKER WHISKY ATLANTIC CHALLENGE:ARRIVING IN ANTIGUA IN JANUARY 2022 An adventure that will take participants over 4,800 kilometers (2,600 nautical miles) west from San Sebastián in La Gomera, Canary Islands (28oN 18oW) to Nelson's Dockyard English Harbor, Antigua and Barbuda (17oN 61oW). The annual race kicks off in early December, with up to thirty teams from all over the world competing. The race structure creates an environment in which teams from all over the world congregate in the race village of San Sebastián on the Canary Islands' La Gomera. The energy is palpable as people help one another prepare for the challenge of crossing the Atlantic Ocean. All with the same goal in mind: rowing across an ocean in a rowing boat. WORLD CUP FOR UNDER 19 MEN'S CRICKET: 14 JANUARY – 5 FEBRUARY 2022 For the first time, the West Indies will host the 14th edition of the ICC Under 19 Men's Cricket World Cup. The event, which showcases the game's future stars, will see sixteen teams travel to the Caribbean to compete in 48 matches across four host countries from 14 January to 5 February. The Super League will be held in Antigua and Barbuda from January 26 to February 5, 2022, at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium and Coolidge Cricket Grounds. The "Super League" round will include four quarterfinals, two semi-finals, the final, and seven other games to determine teams for positions three through eight. The semi-finals will be held on 1 February at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium and on 2 February at the Coolidge Cricket Ground. The final will also be held at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Stadium on February 5th. For more information, visit www.icc-cricket.com/home-page.   TEST SERIES BETWEEN WEST INDIES AND ENGLAND, ANTIGUA TEST MATCH, 8-12 MARCH 2022 The West Indies will host England for a three-match Test Series to compete for the newly created Richards-Botham Trophy. This new trophy honors two cricket legends, Sir Vivian Richards of Antigua and Barbuda and Lord Ian Botham of England, whose friendship and on-field heroics became synonymous with some of their respective teams' greatest Test match moments. The highly anticipated Test series will begin on March 8, 2022, at the Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Ground in Antigua. CWI has also confirmed that fully vaccinated England fans will be welcomed throughout the tour. More information can be found at www.windiescricket.com/updates.   THE ANTIGUA & BARBUDA INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL WILL BE HELD ON APRIL 18, 2022. The skies will be filled with colorful and traditional home-made kites during this festival, as the young and young at heart participate in this Easter Monday tradition. Hundreds of kite-flyers gather at Devil's Bridge National Park during the peak of the windy season for this fantastic family-friendly festival. More information can be found at www.facebook.com/CPKites.   2022 ANTIGUA SAILING WEEK 30 APRIL – 6 MAY  Antigua Sailing Week, one of the Caribbean's most prestigious regattas, takes place each year at the end of April. A diverse group of sailors from all over the world are looking forward to a grand return to action at the Caribbean's oldest, premier regatta. The 53rd edition will begin on Saturday, April 30, 2022, with the Peters & May Round Antigua Race. Following that, there will be five days of competitive racing off Antigua's rugged south coast, which will conclude on Friday, May 6, 2022. More information can be found at www.sailingweek.com. Source : https://visitantiguabarbuda.com/Visit Antigua & Barbuda. 2022, Banner Image by Rick Jemison via Unplash | Posted By Derry Khudlori

On October 31, 2021 Indonesia officially became the presidency to the Group of Twenty (G20) since Italy (as the G20 Presidency of 2021) handed over the presidency to Indonesia in Rome, Italy. Indonesia will become the presidency of G20 for a full year in 2022, beginning on December 1, 2021. The theme of the G20 presidency is "Recover Together, Recover Stronger." Indonesia, through this theme, invites the entire world to work together to achieve a stronger and more sustainable recovery. The more integrated the global economy, the more successful a country's response to the pandemic and economic recovery will be if it is not followed by similar success in other countries. Indonesia has the opportunity to encourage the world's collective efforts through the G20 forum. Three big benefits for Indonesia by becoming the G20 Presidency, namely the economic benefits, social and political development. From an economic point of view, some direct benefits projected to be achieved by becoming the G20 Presidency (especially if meetings are carried out physically) The G20's True Authentic Roles Handling the Global Financial Crisis of 2008One of the G20's most notable achievements was its assistance in overcoming the 2008 global financial crisis. The G20 has also altered the face of global financial governance by launching large-scale coordinated fiscal and monetary stimulus packages. The G20 also encourages the IMF and other major development banks to increase their borrowing capacity. The G20 is credited with getting the world back on track for growth, as well as pushing for important financial reforms. Taxation Policy.The G20 has prompted the OECD to advance the exchange of tax-related data. The G20 produced the precursor to the OECD's Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS) report in 2012, which was later finalized in 2015. Currently, 139 countries and jurisdictions are cooperating to combat tax evasion through BEPS. Contribution to the control of the global epidemic Covid-19. Deferral of foreign debt payments for low-income countries, injection of Covid-19 handling of more than $5 trillion USD (Riyadh Declaration), reduction/abolition of import duties and taxes, reduced duties on vaccines, hand sanitizers, disinfectants, medical devices, and drugs are among G20 initiatives in dealing with the pandemic. Other Issues.G20 also has important role on other international issues, including international trading, climate, and development. On 2016 a new collective principle which related to international investment. G20 also has support the political movement which had peaking on the Paris Agreement on Climate change on 2015. And the 2030 agenda for sustainable development. The three major issues that will be addressed during Indonesia's G20 presidency are as follows Global Health Architecture Economic and digital transformation Energy Transition The following are the pillars of Indonesia's G20 presidency in 2022: Strengthen the partnership environment. Enhance productivity. Increase the durability and reliability. Ensure long-term, inclusive growth. Strengthen the global collective leadership. Finance Track Priority Agenda of Indonesian G20 Presidency in 2022: Exit Strategy to Support RecoveryDiscussing how G20 will protect member countries on the road to economic recovery (particularly developing economies) from the spillover effect of exit policies in countries further along their economic recovery journey (typically advanced economies). Addressing the Scarring Effect to Secure Future GrowthAddressing the scarring effect of the crisis to increase productivity and growth in the long term, while paying due attention to the labour market, households, corporate sector and financial sector. Payment System in Digital EraStandardising cross-border payments (CBP) as well as the General Principles for Developing CBDC. Sustainable FinanceDiscussing climate risk and the risk of transitioning towards a low carbon economy as well as sustainable finance from a macroeconomic and financial stability perspective. Digital Financial InclusionUtilising open banking to increase productivity, as well as support the economy and financial inclusion for underserved communities, such as women, young people and MSMEs, including cross-border aspects. International TaxationDiscussing international taxation, particularly implementation of the joint OECD/G20 inclusive framework on tax planning strategies known as Base Erosion and Profit Sharing (BEPS). The members of the G20 are: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Republic of Korea, Mexico, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkey, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the European Union. Spain is also invited as a permanent guest. The Summit meeting will be take place in Bali, by November 2022. Source:Presidensi G20 Indonesia 2022,https://www.bi.go.id/id/G20/Default.aspx#sejarah-pendirian.Translated and Posted By Derry Khudlori