The government formally indicated to the OECD yesterday The Bahamas’ interest in acceding to the Multi-Lateral Convention for Mutual Assistance in Tax Matters.

Here follows the full statement from the Ministry of Finance dated May 29:

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New Airport Service Quality (ASQ) survey results for the first quarter of 2017 reveal strong showings in key performance markers for Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA).

This comes as the airport acts on a strategy to meet short and long-term airlift goals.

Cleanliness of airport terminals still tops the list of high scores for LPIA with 4.46 out of a possible 5-point scale followed closely by ease of customers finding their way through the facilities (4.40) and courtesy and helpfulness of check-in staff (4.33). Passengers also found overall airport ambiance and inspection staff as a positive experience, ranking these categories 4.31 and 4.25 respectively.

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The Central Bank of The Bahamas is pleased to announce the release of its 2016 Annual Report, which comprises a summary of the Bank’s operations over the year, an analysis of regulatory developments affecting the financial sector, a review of monetary policy changes, as well as payment systems developments. It also includes an examination of economic and financial developments both internationally and in The Bahamas during 2016, and presents a comprehensive assessment of the Bank’s Statement of Accounts for the year ending December 31, 2016.

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BEIJING, May 24 (Xinhua) — Chinese Premier Li Keqiang on Wednesday exchanged messages with Prime Minister of The Bahamas Hubert Minnis to celebrate the 20th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

In his message, Li said since the establishment of diplomatic relations, China and the Bahamas have enjoyed smooth development of bilateral ties, gradually deepened mutual political trust, gained remarkable achievements in pragmatic cooperation, and maintained communication and coordination in international and regional issues.

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Following the recent election win by the FNM government, senators received their instruments of appointment at Government House Monday. Watch a ZNS News report on the swearing in here.
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Pictured: Jo-Anne Stephens (right) with Dr Earl Cash, chair of the firm’s private client and wealth management practice group at the STEP Caribbean Conference in Grand Cayman. (Photos courtesy Higgs & Johnson)

Jo-Anne Stephens, an associate at full service corporate and commercial law firm Higgs & Johnson, has been awarded the Society of Trust & Estate Professionals’ (STEP) Student Award.

The award is presented to the STEP student in the Caribbean and Latin American region who has achieved the highest average marks in all exams for the STEP Diploma in International Trust Management during 2016.

Stephens accepted the award at the annual STEP Caribbean conference in the Cayman Islands earlier this month, adding to a list of top honours from the organisation, including four STEP Worldwide Excellence Awards for the highest average scores.

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The Ministry of Finance has made the move towards greener transportation by leasing eight zero-emission, 100 per cent electric Nissan LEAFs.

The move demonstrates The Bahamas government’s continued progress towards reducing its reliance on fossil fuels, similar to public energy initiatives in Barbados and other countries throughout the Caribbean region.

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LAS VEGAS, May 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Scientific Games Corporation (NASDAQ: SGMS) (“Scientific Games” or “the Company”) today announced new agreements to provide an expansive range of casino systems solutions, table products, games and platforms at Baha Mar Casino in Nassau, The Bahamas for its 100,000 square foot casino.

The resort held its soft opening on April 21, 2017.

Alex W. Pariente, Executive Vice President, Casino Operations and Marketing at Baha Mar, said, “We are pleased that Scientific Games is our technology partner at our new sophisticated casino. Scientific Games provides us with a one-stop-shop, helping us efficiently run our gaming operations while delivering an engaging experience to our international guests.”

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