A former U.S. Representative, John B. Carter of Virginia, was visited in Washington, D.C., by a Bermuda‑based family that has long maintained business ties with the island. The Williams family, owners of the investment firm Williams & Co., flew in from Hamilton to attend a trade forum where they and Mr. Carter discussed opportunities for expanding financial services between Bermuda and the mainland.

The meeting was arranged after the Williams family expressed interest in exploring new regulatory frameworks that could benefit both sides. Mr. Carter, who served in Congress from 2010 to 2018, is now a senior consultant advising firms on U.S. securities law. He noted that Bermuda’s reputation as a global financial centre could provide a useful bridge for U.S. firms seeking offshore solutions.

Officials from the Bermuda Monetary Authority said the visit could pave the way for joint initiatives aimed at enhancing compliance standards and promoting cross‑border investment. The family’s presence in Washington also underscored the ongoing cultural and economic links that Bermuda shares with the United States, a relationship that has deepened over the past decade.

The forum concluded with a panel discussion on the future of financial innovation, where both parties highlighted the need for continued collaboration to sustain Bermuda’s role in the global marketplace.