The Bahamas Investor

...hamas. “Further, to help lead our modernization and digital transformation by example, we will implement an e-Cabinet program that will increase the efficiency in government.” “This programme will cause Cabinet memoranda and decisions to be paperless. Our decisions and the implementation of those decisions should be faster and more efficient,” the Prime Minister said. To ensure greater equity and broader access to technology by all Bahamians, rega......

...ance and related matters. Caribbean leaders heard from chairman of the CARICOM Commission on the Economy (CCE), Professor Avinash Persaud, who stressed the need for CARICOM countries to develop more sustainable, resilient, inclusive and equitable development. Prime Minister Minnis agreed that governments must find ways to empower people, by improving access to capital and assets. “[The Bahamas] is on the right track when it comes to providing free......

...perience everything to equip us to be able to tell clients of this fun and easy way to enjoy both a cruise and a fun time in a tropical destination for a ‘two-for-one’ vacation experience.” More photos at Bahamas.com.......

...there is “no other destination” that presents so many choices of cruise itineraries and lengths. There are many back-to-back adventures offered by Holland America and other lines with a seven-day sailing, round-trip Port Everglades (Fort Lauderdale), Florida to the Eastern Caribbean and out again for another week in the Western Caribbean. A typical week-long cruise allows vacationers to sample these varied cultures, history and peoples at four or......

...and attain success in this space. For The Bahamas, Fintech presents a platform for innovation that should be leveraged to participate and thrive in this new digital era set out by a variety of next generation technologies. Opportunities for entrepreneurs, as well as established firms, can be created in this new environment, although both run some risk in the absence of regulatory and legislative guidelines as a lot of the technology is so new. Bu......

...the mission and commitment of The Bahamas to become a regional leader in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) recently resulted in our becoming a Council member of the United Nation’s International Telecommunication Union (ITU) during a conference held in Dubai a week ago. The ITU is the world’s highest body with ICT policymaking in three sectors: radio communication, telecommunication standards, and telecommunication development. This......

...ts to attract international businesses, develop local talent, and position Freeport as a hub for technology. Under this year’s theme, “The Future is Now,” the Grand Bahama Technology Summit will highlight advancements in technology from around the world and encourage businesses to explore the island’s policies and legislation that make it easy to do technology-related business on Freeport. The summit will also showcase the island’s newly developed......

...and nobility, Bahamians from all walks of life joined hands and hearts to forge a new direction for our country.” “Now we are witnessing another orderly transfer of power.” Prime Minister Minnis said that, with tremendous gratitude, he again thanked the Bahamian people for reposing their trust in his party. He pledged that his Government would honour that trust with an unwavering commitment to good governance, the rule of law, transparency and ac......

...Island Developing States (SIDS). Haiti’s President Moise stressed the need for combined efforts in the integration process. “It is important that we combine our efforts to find ways and means to strengthen the process of regional integration,” he said. Prime Minister of Barbados said the time has come for the activation of the single domestic space for hassle-free intra-regional travel and to introduce the long-discussed CARICOM multipurpose ID ca......

...rs and this year included the Pompey Regatta. “It has really been embraced by the community,” says Todd. “It underlines Bahamian history and culture, but combines it with beautiful sun, sand and sea.” Money raised by the event goes towards the Pompey Scholarship–a grant of $5,000 awarded each year to a student who can then attend the university of their choice. For Todd, the race and the scholarship are a highlight of the EFC’s calendar. “There ar......

...re in Grand Bahama.” “This ultimately means providing more improvements to our economy and providing more jobs for Bahamians.” Registration for Bahamians is free of charge (promo code: bah2018).......

...ategic in their market entry plans as it provides an easily accessible platform for the region’s small and medium size enterprises (SMEs) and business support organisations (BSOs) to access accurate and high-quality data free of charge, which reduces the cost, time and effort required to make strategic business decisions. The CE-Intelligence portal provides information for its users in the areas of trade and business intelligence; access to financ......

...ence business is big for The Bahamas and if you have any other conferences feel free to bring them here. We have great facilities, the infrastructure is wonderful and the technical assistance that you can get in The Bahamas is wonderful,” he said. Vice president of Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) International Canada Nancy Foran said many accountants are excited to escape cold temperatures to visit the Islands of The Bahamas. “If coming t......

...2017, with the phased opening of Baha Mar and the ongoing support provided by other foreign investment-led projects. Projected developments in the US, such as boosted financial markets and business confidence, are also expected to provide modest stimulus to economic activity. In its latest World Outlook report, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projects that the Bahamian economy will expand by 1.4 per cent in 2017, followed by 2.2 per cent in......

...use May 12, 2017. Turnquest will serve as Deputy Prime Minister in the new Free National Movement Cabinet. Pictured: Peter Turnquest is sworn in as Minister of Finance by Governor General Dame Marguerite Pindling during a brief ceremony at Government House May 12, 2017. (BIS Photos/Letisha Henderson) Carl Bethel was appointed Attorney General by Governor General Dame Marguerite the same day. Bethel has been named to the Senate, where he will serve......