Since the general election results were released, the four political parties that will make up the next House of Assembly have been discussing establishing a coalition.The National Democratic Party (NDP) won three seats, the Progressive Virgin Islands Movement (PVIM) won three, and Julian Fraser of Progressives United got the last seat.
The groups are negotiating how to establish a government with a majority seven seats.
“We have met with all elected persons and groups, namely Progressives United, the National Democratic Party and the Virgin Islands Party, to decide the next step as we seek to form a government in the best interest of the aspirations of the people of the Virgin Islands,” the PVIM said on Tuesday after the election.
The PVIM said they left their offices and organizations at 4 am on April 25 to meet at 8 am.
“Rest assured that we will not compromise our principles and values of integrity,” the PVIM said.
The NDP stated that they have been engaging with political groupings “to seek out the best opportunities to forge an alliance with other elected representatives.”
The NDP called the process “extremely delicate,” requiring careful thought, thorough deliberation, and decision-making.
“Any progress hangs on achieving and important balance that would require compromise,” the NDP said.
The VIP also said it was in talks with other political organizations and would update soon.