“Very little” The Bahamas can do if Russian nuclear weapons are released NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of National Security Wayne Munroe said yesterday there are currently no security concerns as it relates to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict in eastern Europe. Munroe’s comments came as the Russian military assault on Ukraine continued into its fifth day […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The United States delivered nearly $300,000 of advanced imaging and scanning technology and radio equipment to the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) Facility in Nassau. The donation is part of a long-term collaboration between the US Embassy’s Office of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement and BDOCS to strengthen Bahamian law enforcement […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis said yesterday that he intends to raise the issue of how the Russia-Ukraine war will impact the region at the 33rd Inter-Sessional Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). This comes as fighting continues in Ukraine and world leaders contend with […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis said yesterday that among the matters to be discussed at the CARICOM Heads of Government meeting this week will be the forward movement and strengthening of the China-CARICOM relationship. Davis, along with a delegation, traveled over the weekend to attend the 33rd Inter-Sessional Meeting of the Conference […]
By Patricia Scotland, QC, secretary-general, Commonwealth of Nations The Commonwealth was built on the bedrock of an international order which recognized the vital importance of peaceful co-existence based on the shared values of democracy, peace, security, justice, respect for international law, the advancement of the rule of law and the protection, respect and fulfilment of […]
Mitchell says no reports of Bahamians stranded near conflict area NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell warned on Thursday that gas prices in The Bahamas are expected to increase to eight dollars per gallon in the spring amidst the threat of a third world war after the Russian military invaded Ukraine this […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government of The Bahamas yesterday joined several nations around the globe in denouncing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on Wednesday night and calling for an immediate end to the conflict. In a statement, Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell said: “The invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation and led by its […]
Former state minister of finance says already high inflation could shoot even higher Smith: Silver lining could be more travelers to Bahamas over Europe NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamian consumers will have to “make adjustments” to handle increased inflation, particularly on oil and energy prices as Russia’s attack on Ukraine has already had a ripple effect […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — On Thursday, February 24, the United States and The Bahamas jointly announced the first US Transportation Security Administration TSA PreCheck lane ever to be established outside of the United States, at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) in Nassau, The Bahamas. TSA PreCheck will make The Bahamas an even more attractive destination for […]
By Usha E Pitts, US Embassy chargé d’affaires Over half a century ago on a chilly morning in March, the Reverend Dr Martin Luther King Jr reminded us that “the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice”. Though change may be slow and difficult — whether on racial justice, democratic […]
10 of the 13 countries and territories in the Americas yet to reach 40% coverage are in the Caribbean PAHO says tide can be turned with targeted interventions WASHINGTON, DC — Low vaccination coverage in many countries of the Caribbean must be urgently addressed to stop the spread of COVID-19 and protect the most vulnerable, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Ambassador Sharon Brennen-Haylock was decorated with the Officer of the Order of the Belgian Crown from King Philippe of Belgium during a reception at Fusion Superplex on Sunday. Brennen-Haylock is the first Bahamian to receive the order, which is one of Belgium’s highest honors. She was presented the award by Non-Resident Ambassador […]
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs Clay Sweeting participated in the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate’s (AIM) first ministerial meeting held during World Expo 2020 Dubai on February 22. AIM, which was established by the United States and the United Arab Emirates at COP26, catalyzes greater investment […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) was a gold sponsor of the 2022 World Captive Forum (WCF) event held in Miami, Florida, from February 9 to February 11. A domicile neutral conference, WCF provides an in-depth educational, content-rich experience for captive managers, investment managers, reinsurers, brokers, as well as domicile regulators and […]
34 infections between Thursday and Saturday NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Two coronavirus-related deaths and 34 new cases were confirmed over the weekend. The deaths included a man and woman from Grand Bahama, ages 66 and 80. They died on February 14 and February 7 respectively. Their deaths were previously listed as under investigation. The deaths pushed […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamian digital payment solutions provider Kanoo yesterday clarified that it did not open a bank account for the Ministry of Tourism as indicated in an Auditor General’s report into The Bahamas Travel Health Visa program. The company said in a statement yesterday that as it relates to having a contract with the […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis said yesterday that he feels vindicated after an auditor general’s report revealed several discrepancies with The Bahamas travel health visa (BTHV) prorate launched under the Minnis administration. While in opposition, Davis and the Progressive Liberal Party were continuously critical of the program and called on the government to provide […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas National Statistical Institute is pleased to announce that the Census will take place starting April 5 and will be completely digital. The digital format will not only transform how data is managed and analyzed, but it is also changing the way data is collected. There will be three ways for […]
