Barbados, the most easterly of the Caribbean island chain, has a long and rich history as a stable, efficient jurisdiction. It is well known in international business circles as a low tax treaty-based jurisdiction with a well-regulated and sophisticated environment. Some of the more notable features of this island include:

• Long history of political and economic stability
  
• High quality physical infrastructure and support services, including excellent telecommunications and major international banks
  
• High statutory level of confidentiality
  
• Cost competitive and business friendly environment as a result of the high standard of local education, a productive workforce and a close working relationship between the social partners
  
• Impressive network of tax treaties and investment agreements with progressive countries in North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America
  
• Forward thinking legislation and effective regulation to encourage legitimate offshore business
  
• Business capital of the Caribbean, with direct air travel links to North America and Europe
  
• Abundant supply of qualified, technical and managerial human resources