US, EU Explore Trans-Atlantic Ties That Bind
From The Financialist Facing sluggish growth and little prospect of a global free-trade pact, the U.S. and European Union could be close to putting the world on notice that they are moving forward with their own deal. Business supporters predict…
Democracy, the big society and the Upper House
By Donald Curtis RSA All parties promise House of Lords reform but there is no agreement on how. Donald Curtis FRSA argues that, rather than a direct vote in enlarged constituencies, citizens would have most democratic influence if they worked…
Anglo Far-East Custodial Company selected as Precious Metals Agent for new Cayman-regulated physical gold Fund
GRAND CAYMAN, Cayman Islands, Jan. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Anglo Far-East Custodial Company (AFECC) has joined Physical Hard Assets Fund SPC and CIBC Bank to launch a new, fully allocated physical gold Fund regulated by the CIMA. Under the Terms of…
John Kerry eyes revival of Middle East peace talks
US Senator John Kerry has warned that a failure of a two-state solution in the Middle East would be “disastrous”, at his confirmation hearing as secretary of state. But Sen Kerry said he believes there is a “way forward” on…
I wish to go to the Cayman Islands
Riley is a 15-year old girl from Connecticut. While you may never know it, Riley has had to endure the hardships that come with a life-threatening medical condition, including hospital visits, doctor appointments, uncomfortable medical treatments, and above all else,…
Cayman Islands: Deregistering a Cayman Islands hedge fund?
Article by Simone Proctor Solomon Harris Every Cayman hedge fund operator should have an exit strategy when developing a regulated Cayman fund product. While creating a checklist for launch, they should seek guidance on the requirements necessary to terminate the…
Pentagon ends ban on women in frontline combat
US Defence Secretary Leon Panetta has lifted the military’s ban on women serving in combat roles, potentially opening hundreds of thousands of frontline positions to women. The ruling, officially announced on Thursday, overturns a 1994 rule barring women from small…
Appleby boosts funds and finance capability with arrival of Ian Gobin
Appleby’s Cayman office has added further strength to its global funds and finance teams with the appointment of funds and finance heavy hitter, Ian Gobin, to its Cayman practice. Ian is returning to the Cayman Islands, having spent eleven years…
Antibiotic ‘apocalypse’ warning
By James Gallagher Health and science reporter, BBC News The rise in drug resistant infections is comparable to the threat of global warming, according to the chief medical officer for England. Prof Dame Sally Davies said bacteria were becoming resistant…
Cayman Premier has productive meeting with FCO Minister
Following the official visit by the Honourable Premier to the United Kingdom, His Excellency the Governor has today made the following statement: “I accompanied the Honourable Premier on her call on the Minister for the Overseas Territories, Hon. Mark Simmonds,…
