Dominica Destroyed in Major Hurricane.
Gareth James Brookes
Founder - Strategic Global Investments| 2nd Citizenship & International Tax Residency | Asset Protection
The Commonwealth of Dominica has been destroyed by Hurricane Maria as it raged a deadly path through the Caribbean.
A former British colony and a member of the Commonwealth, The Island is famous for its nature and wildlife and is a one of the most popular Citizenship by Investment Programs in the world today.
The storms have caused massive damage to homes and Government buildings, washed out roads, upended water pipelines and have left families devastated. The banks and infrastructure services have all been closed with immediate effect and looting has become rife across the island, with the emergency services trying to contain the situation.
Please watch to understand the gravity and destruction caused.
Officials estimate that 70 - 80% of Dominica’s structures have sustained storm damage, ranging from ripped-off roofs to near-total destruction. All intact public buildings are being converted into emergency shelters for scores of homeless residents.
Clients that are currently in the process of obtaining their Dominican Citizenship should expect delays due to the destruction of infrastructure. We have been assured that the Government is working around the clock to get key operations up and running. Applicants will have to wait for more information as it becomes available to us. For now we urge patience and await further news.
Please note that we expect potential scams and fraud with people suggesting there may be a discount or some form of hurricane relief reduction for the Citizenship donations. This is opportunism and not true. If it’s not on the Government Website, AVOID at all costs.
We are confident that the people of Dominica will rebuild their picturesque island and we pray for the well-being and survival of all those affected by this tragedy.
If anyone would like to donate and help with the cause, please let us know and we will point you in the right direction.
Gareth Brookes is the founder of Brookes & Partners and is a Global Speaker & thought leader at international Immigration & Citizenship forums and advises nationals across the globe on tax residency & Citizenship investment strategies. [email protected]
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7 年Sad
Founder - Strategic Global Investments| 2nd Citizenship & International Tax Residency | Asset Protection
7 年There are mixed messages coming out of Dominica. My point still stands, if price is consistent with other CBI islands, why would one choose to become a citizen of a devestased country (sadly) with the lowest GDP, no international airport, lowest # of visa free countries, lowest tourist numbers, lowest import/export numbers and ties to an arch ally of the US with Venezuela? There are just simply better options. I can say that unbiased and independent as I didn't pay the 'government fee' to become an agent
Managing Partner Harvey Law Group Thailand - Angel Investor - YPO Member
7 年Totally in line with you Sam and had the exact same news. Our office was destroyed but those who visited the Unit premises know that it is located in the only building that survived. Unit staffers will probably be busy rebuilding their lives in the next couple of days but, and this is what should really matter when you decide to select a citizenship, don't forget how resilient the people of Dominica and its PM are. The last 2 weeks showed us that other Caribbean Nations are the mercy of climate as much as Dominica is. St Kitts and Antigua lost their visa free access to Canada. Last time I checked not everyone can qualify for Malta. Not everyone is interested into moving into US any more. Look at Cyprus economy in the period 2008-2010 and where it is now. Who can predict how any country will evolve?
Sunpal Power - Marketing Executive * PV Module ' Solar System ' Solar Energy
7 年Human are weak in the front of natural disaster
Corporate migration, Int'l residence / citizenship & Immigrant Investor Advisor
7 年You are a freind, so I won't tag your post as fake news ...