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The twin islands of Antigua & Barbuda
Diminutive but dynamic certainly describes the twin-island nation of Antigua & Barbuda. Forever surprising and consistently innovating, this tiny nation of just under 100,000 has always dared to dream big. And with a slew of projects on the horizon, Antigua & Barbuda continues to defy expectations and shake things up.
Whether it’s projects like developing the cargo and cruise ports to upgrade the maritime offer in the twin islands, or whether it’s on land, establishing a world-class centre of cricket and sport at the Coolidge Cricket Ground, the projects are varied and well and truly game-changing.
The expansion of the University of the West Indies’ Five Islands Campus clearly demonstrates the country’s ongoing commitment to improving its educational offer - the cornerstone of any developing nation and the foundation of sustained economic growth.
And the new state-of-the-art conference centre at the American University of Antigua (AUA) will not only be one of the largest in the region but will also transform Antigua & Barbuda into a key player in the global meetings and conferences circuit. This is undoubtedly another game changing project in the islands.
The first event to be held in the new conference centre is, in turn, a game-changing one. The upcoming 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States is expected to host several thousand delegates from across the globe and will pave the way for other future world-class events.
And who would want to turn down the opportunity to come to Antigua & Barbuda for a conference, holiday, business trip, or even visit as a new citizen of the twin-island nation? Its perfect climate, incredible beaches with iridescent turquoise waters and historical marvels such as the UNESCO Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard make Antigua & Barbuda one of the most beautiful places on the planet.
With daily flights to major business centres in North America and London, reliable communications and infrastructure, a wide range of accommodations to suit all holidaymakers and conference goers, and fabulous restaurants to boot, the islands have it all.
With so much going on in Antigua & Barbuda, it is no wonder that many would like to make it their permanent home. And for those choosing to become citizens in paradise, the island offers excellent education, good healthcare, a stable political situation, and fantastic real estate developments across both islands.
Antigua & Barbuda’s Citizenship by Investment Programme is ranked amongst the top three in the 2024 Henley Passport Index. Citizenship to the islands grants individuals a myriad of benefits, offering freedom, mobility and security against all of life’s uncertainties.
