The Premier has described the UK's intervention in Turks and Caicos as "unusually harsh and heavy-handed".

Ewart Brown said the dissolution of the British Overseas Territory's government by the UK was the main subject of discussion at the Fifth Summit of the Americas this weekend.

"The UK handling of the Turks and Caicos situation was unusually harsh and heavy-handed, drawing deep concern from countries throughout the region," said Dr. Brown.

According to a Government spokeswoman: "Premier Brown met with representatives from Bahamas, Montserrat and Turks and Caicos to discuss concerns over the deepening crisis in Turks and Caicos."

The UK Government dissolved the Cabinet and legislature of the Caribbean country following a corruption inquiry that found "clear signs of political amorality and immaturity". Michael Misick also resigned as Premier last month.

The Summit brings together Western heads of state to forge a shared vision for the economic, social and political development of the region and to find solutions for common concerns.

On Friday, US President Barack Obama addressed the conference. The Premier said: "This was my second meeting with President Barack Obama. My wife Wanda and I were delighted to have a photo with the President.

"It was a lighthearted moment. President Obama was delighted to discover that Wanda was an American and wanted to know which state she was from."

Dr. Brown said he also enjoyed listening to the address by Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez on the G20 Summit.

The Premier described the Fifth Summit of the Americas as "productive and inspiring".

"This Summit was nothing short of historic and outstanding," he said. "Just as President Obama inspired hope around the world, so did the civil and cooperative atmosphere of the Fifth Summit of the Americas instill hope in the leaders and the people of the region. There is a belief that we can achieve functional unity."

The Premier extended thanks to Bahamian Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham, who ensured Bermuda obtained a seat in "critical plenary sessions", despite being a non-member of the Organisation of American States (OAS).

Dr. Brown also had a packed agenda of meetings, including talks with Prime Minister Ingraham, Panamanian Vice President Samuel Lewis Navarro, and newly-appointed Premier of Turks and Caicos, Galmo Williams.