MINISTER WANTS TO DOUBLE FOOD PRODUCTION
NASSAU — A two-day convention is planned for farmers to discuss the way ahead, according to Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, Renward Wells, the Bahama Journal reported on May 16. This …
Read MoreBAHAMAS AND CHINA SIGN HOUSING MOU
BEIJING, China (CMC) — The Bahamas has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China to establish a framework for mutually beneficial cooperation in the area of modular construction, the …
Read More368 TO RECEIVE HOUSE LOTS BY NOVEMBER
GUYANA – Tree hundred and sixty-eight beneficiaries will be able to access their house lots by November this year, following the signing of a number of contracts on Tuesday for …
Read MoreST. KITTS OPENS CARIBBEAN INVESTMENT SUMMIT AT MARRIOTT
ST. KITTS & NEVIS — Close to three hundred stakeholders, locally, regionally and internationally, are expected to converge at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort for the Caribbean Investment Summit 2018, St. …
Read MorePOLICE SEIZE FAKE LIQUOR, WARN OF HEALTH RISKS
JAMAICA — Managing Director of J. Wray & Nephew, Jean-Phillipe Beyer, has said that his team would be conducting a full investigation into reports that 19 cases of counterfeit Campari …
Read MoreWASHINGTON,D.C. — Mr. Chet Neymour, former Deputy Chief of Mission at the Bahamas Embassy in Washington, D.C., recently assumed the role of Ombudsperson of the Organization of American States (OAS) …
Read MoreAMBASSADOR COLLIE EMPHASIZES IMPORTANCE OF FREEDOM OF THE PRESS IN OAS ADDRESS
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) commemorated World Press Freedom Day and addressed a number of other matters during its regular meeting on Monday, …
Read MoreTURNQUEST, OUTLINES FEATURES, IMPACT OF FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BILL
NASSAU — The government yesterday released its Fiscal Responsibility Bill, 2018, on the Ministry of Finance’s website, which sets policy that will seek to constrain government’s fiscal processes and keep …
Read MoreUS SEEKING CLOSER LINKS TO BAHAMAS
NASSAU –The United States government is looking to increase its engagement with nations in the region such as The Bahamas, with the aim of finding ways to grow economies, boost …
Read More“WE MUST DO BETTER FOR YOUNG DOCTORS,” HEALTH MINISTER SAYS
NASSAU — As some junior doctors express concern for their future, Health Minister Dr Duane Sands admitted yesterday officials must do a better job at developing young doctors, The Tribune …
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