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BALANCING MIGRATION PM Davis says SIDS have a right to survival -COP29
 
The issue of migration and illegal immigration took center stage at a panel discussion on “Understanding The Complexities of Migration Management ” during day four of Diplomatic Week held at the Grand Lucayan Resort in Freeport, Grand Bahama.  Immigration Minister the Hon. Sears (centre) served as a panelist for the discussion, along with Her Excellency Gezel Farrington, Ambassador-at-Large for Human Rights (photographed at left) and Ms. Zahrah Jibrilu, Project Officer, International Organization for Migration (photographed at right).  Other panelists included His Excellency Dennis Zulu, UN Resident Coordinator for The Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Turks & Caicos and Jamaica; His Excellency Dr. Ellison Rahming, Ambassador to the Republic of Cuba; and Mr. Crispin Hall, of the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR).

BALANCING MIGRATION

By Journal Staff Writer America was built on it. Singapore thrives because of it.Immigrants usually make a country better especially when thepopulation is small and skills limited.Minister of Immigration and National Insurance, Alfred Sears sayswhen it comes to the issues surrounding migration The Bahamasfinds itself trying to balance national security interests of thecountry and human […]

Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan

PM Davis says SIDS have a right to survival -COP29

By Shenia RobertsJournal Staff Writer Prime Minister Phillip Davis joined over 50,000 people in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the 29 th sessionof the United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties known as COP29 where hegave contributions on behalf of The Bahamas.According to the United Nations, this gathering, the second largest of its kind, under the theme:investing […]

BAIC and SBDC Sign MOU to Fund Businesses

10 November 2023

Delvardo EmmanuelJournal Staff Writer A memorandum of understanding (MOU) was signed between the Bahamas Agriculture IndustrialCorporation (BAIC) and the Access Accelerator/Small Business Development Centre (SBDC), at BAICheadquarters on Monday. The two agencies have partnered to assist thousands of Bahamians to expeditethe path to their dream of owning a business.“I am elated to see the collaboration […]

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Guns, Gangs and Violence

03 November 2023

While there has been an increase in incidents of gun related deaths in The Bahamas, there is anemphasis to combat the surge of guns, gangs and violence in the Caribbean region.During the recent Organization of American States (OAS) Special Meeting of the PermanentCouncil, Trinidad and Tobago’s Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Reginald Armourexpressed […]

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EDITORIAL SAFE HANDS FOR THE PLP

03 November 2023

Conventions of the Progressive Liberal Party have always been groundbreaking in many ways not only for the party, but for the nation as a whole. Outcomes of the convention generally set the agenda for what the nation should expect as we seek to build for future generations. The first convention in the Aurora Lodge Hall […]

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Shantytown Demolition Set for Monday

03 November 2023

BY DESTINY JOHNSONJournal Staff WriterOn Monday, the demolition of unregulated communities, commonly known as shantytowns, willbegin in the areas of Kool Acres and All Saints Way.On October 2, a 28-day eviction notice was sent by the Unregulated Communities ActionTaskforce to 162 structures in these communities.Minister of Works and Family Island Development Clay Sweeting said these […]

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PLP Chairman Fred Mitchell

PM Supports Mitchell for PLP Chairman

03 November 2023

By Gerrino J. Saunders In his weekly commentary meant for Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) members and supporters,incumbent party chairman Fred Mitchell announced that he has the support Prime Minister PhilipDavis which could tip the scales in his favour heading into the party’s convention.Mr. Mitchell will be challenged for the chairmanship by former Senator Robyn Lynes […]

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The late Alma Adams

Former Senator Alma Adams Dies at 74

03 November 2023

Former Senator Alma A. Adams nee Hutcheson died peacefully at home at the age of 74.In an announcement of her passing, Adams’ family said, “She was a shining light in ourlives: great source of inspiration, guidance and love.”  She was a devoted mother andgrandmother.Adams leaves behind memories of a wonderful life and a great contributor […]

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Prime Minister Philip Davis

Consumer Bill Protects Bahamians from Pyramid Schemes, Looms

03 November 2023

By Licec BastianJournal Staff Writer The Consumer Protection Bill (2023) was debated and passed in the Lower Chamberon Wednesday evening. The new legislation which repeals and replaces the ConsumerProtection Act 2006 aims to put in place laws that protect Bahamian consumers andnot only target small businesses, but ensures that all businesses operate in a fair […]

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PLP Chairman Fred Mitchell

Mitchell Calls for Office to Serve former Parliamentarians

03 November 2023

By Keile CampbellJournal Staff Writer Member of Parliament (MP) for Fox Hill Fred Mitchell backed the notion that there needs tobe an office in Parliament that deals with the matters and needs of former Parliamentarians.Before mentioning the concept, Minister Mitchell explained that his reasoning came frommusing on life after office for those who’ve served parliament.“There […]

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Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis, Minister of Energy and Transport

Energy Minister Outlines Plan to Lower Electricity Bills

03 November 2023

DESTINY JOHNSONJournal Staff Writer Minister of Energy and Transport Jobeth Coleby-Davis presented a comprehensive plan toaddress the electricity crisis in the country.Since taking the position as energy minister, Coleby-Davis said she has met with all stakeholdersincluding residents, Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) employees and executives as well asbusiness owners to fulfill the government’s mandate of […]

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Tourism Numbers Set to Break Record

03 November 2023

By Licec BastianJournal Staff Writer It’s official, The Bahamas is on target to welcome more than eight million visitors thisyear which smashes the banner year of 2019’s record.Tourism, Investments and Aviation Minister, Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooperrevealed the number of tourists arrivals in country in the first three quarters of 2023 inthe House of Assembly […]

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