USVI must tackle cost of living to build economic strength, opinion argues

An opinion piece published this week argues that the US Virgin Islands cannot achieve its ambitions as a regional economic powerhouse without first addressing whether residents can afford to remain in the territory and build their futures here.

The piece raises a fundamental question about the territory's economic strategy: what steps will be taken to ensure people have the means to stay, pursue careers and raise families in the USVI.

The commentary suggests that economic development goals must be paired with practical measures that make life sustainable for the people who live and work in the islands.