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OVERVIEW About the Turks and Caicos Islands TCI’s relationship with CWEIC Major Opportunity Sectors Collective Challenges and Opportunities

About the Turks and Caicos Islands British Overseas Territory consisting of over 40 islands with a population of approximately 41,000 Multi party democracy overseen by a British Governor 2.1% - 1.5% GDP per capita annual growth expected 2019-2022 One of the fastest growing economies in the Caribbean Budget surplus for 2015-2018 and projected 2019 of $11 million + Acknowledged to be one of the most beautiful places on earth The Islands receive over 1.3 million visitors per year USA, Canada and UK largest source of visitors

Turks and Caicos Relationship with CWEIC

TCI’s relationship with CWEIC The Turks and Caicos Islands through Invest Turks and Caicos Islands Agency, is an Institutional Strategic Partner of the Commonwealth Enterprise Investment Council (CWEIC). The membership was established in May 2017. This relationship allows for significant networking and outreach opportunities to businesses across the Commonwealth, as well as providing support in delivering the TCI’s economic objectives in the UK, a strategically important commercial market. PEOPLE + PARTICIPATION = OPPORTUNITY

TCI’s relationship with CWEIC Support for the strategic and commercial objectives of the Turks and Caicos Islands through high level introductions, referral opportunities, public relations etc. Invitations to participate in all CWEIC events and activities across the Commonwealth including the biennial Commonwealth Business Forum and Commonwealth Trade Ministers Meeting. Recognition of Invest TCI as an Institutional Strategic Partner of CWEIC on its corporate brochure, the homepage of its website and all marketing materials STRONG BRAND + CLERAR MESSAGE = VISIBILITY

TCI’s relationship with CWEIC CWEIC’s flagship SME development programme Commonwealth First, helps UK SME’s identify opportunities in Commonwealth Markets. The programme can also be adapted for TCI’s SME programme. ITCIA works with CWEIC’s on specific projects, including hosting tailored events focusing on key priority sectors where CWEIC introduces ITCIA to potential investors and developers. Invest Turks and Caicos is promoting major sectoral investment targets through the network established with CWEIC, notably the Financial Services Sector. OPPORTUNITY + VISIBILITY = INVESTMENT

Major Opportunity Sectors

Opportunity Sector – Tourism and Hospitality Tourism Infrastructure on the islands has room for development. Need for additional room inventory Goal 10,000 keys by 2022. Opportunities also exist in: Medical Tourism; Hotel/Convention Centre- There are currently none in the TCI; Marinas & Marine Industries; Eco and Dive tourism Villa development for high net worth individuals ALL lead to Permanent Residency Opportunities for investors

Opportunity Sector- Financial Services Currently less than 6% of GDP, financial services has significant opportunity for expansion and new entrants Retail/Commercial Banking (currently 3) Private Banks (currently 4) Retail real estate financing apart from traditional banking activities Credit Union Formation Wealth Management Companies, incorporated as Trusts or Commercial companies (currently 2) Long-term asset management through Trust Companies (currently 4) Real estate investment Trusts; Specialty, private, and general insurance companies (over 7,300)

Other Opportunities Infrastructure Light Manufacturing Agribusiness Spine Link Road Cruise Port/Transshipment Port Light Manufacturing Beverages Containers Construction Materials Agribusiness Including Hydroponics Food Processing and Packaging

Opportunities and Challenges Regional Direct Air-links Co-ordinated Marine Transportation Services Grow mid-market Investors Challenges Clarify and make transparent Financial Regulatory Implementation Encourage OT/UK Trade by UK-based Multinationals Make the OTs a preferred location for goods and services exports

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