The Government says it notes, “with disappointment”, the European Parliament’s objection, today, to the entry into force of the European Commission’s decision to remove certain jurisdictions, including Gibraltar, from the EU’s list of ‘high-risk’ third-countries with strategic deficiencies as regards anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (“AML/CFT”).
The Gibraltar Finance Centre continues its bid to spread the word on Gibraltar’s hugely successful financial services market to other jurisdictions around the world, with an exhibition at the Hedge Fund Startup Forum, held in Zurich, today.
Having made note of the article published in today's edition of the Spanish newspaper El Pais entitled "Madrid, Londres y Gibraltar ultiman un nuevo foro de dialogo en Bruselas."
The position of the Government of Gibraltar on ad hoc talks has been reiterated by No.6. The administration has insisted that not only does it remain committed to the Trilateral Forum for Dialogue as the framework for discussions with Spain on matters of local cooperation but the UK’s position on the matter has also remained unchanged, with strong commitment for the Trilateral Forum also held.
The 41st Gibraltar International Art Exhibition is inviting artists aged 16 and over to submit up to two original paintings and sculptures. The event is organized by the Ministry for Culture with prices including £4,000, £2,000, £1,500, £1,00 towards a young artist aged between 16 and 24 years, and £3,000 for the best Gibraltar theme.
This weekend, HMS Kent will call into Gibraltar as part of her six month deployment in the Indian Ocean, centered around maritime security operations in the area. The Type 23 Frigate will carry out an exercise in and around BGTW during its time on the Rock.