Eastern Europe
CIRC raises funds for humanitarian aid in Ukraine
(CNS): The Cayman Islands Red Cross (CIRC) raised US$131,000 for the Ukraine crisis during a focused appeal between 3 March and 10 April to support Ukrainians impacted by the intense fighting in that country. CIRC said that the funds raised are not subjected to administrative fees here or when transferred and that all the money […]
Key CIG agencies monitoring Russia sanctions
(CNS): The Cayman Islands Government says that key agencies have been actively monitoring their respective books of business for any possible connections with individuals, companies and other entities that are subject to the Russia sanctions. These entities include the Maritime Authority of the Cayman Islands (MACI), General Registry, Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Lands & Survey […]
Ukraine crisis fundraiser racks up cash at Rackham’s
(CNS): Rackam’s bar was jam-packed Sunday night for a fundraising event to support the people of Ukraine, who are fighting to survive and fighting to defend their homeland from the invading Russian army. Through a raffle and an auction of prizes donated by local businesses, CI$28,500 was raised, which will go directly to the Ukraine […]
Cayman implements full sanctions against Russia
(CNS): The Cayman Islands is supporting the international effort to cut off funding for President Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine after the Russian army invaded the Eastern European country one week ago. In a statement about the situation, Governor Martyn Roper said this included banning aircraft owned or operated by anyone connected with Russia or […]
Premier warns war in Ukraine will increase COL
(CNS): Premier Wayne Panton has warned that the cost of fuel will increase in Cayman, pushing up the already rising cost of living, as a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. In a statement about today’s military action directed by Russian President Vladimir Putin, Panton said it would carry a “tremendous humanitarian cost” and war […]
