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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 […]

Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Chester Cooper

DPM Focuses on Entrepreneurial Growth and Tourism Development

08 November 2024

By Tynia BrownJournal Staff Writer Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper hosted his parliamentary colleagues to an open housetour of the Tourism Development’s Incubator, titled Sun, Sand and Souvenirs where he and hisministry aims to give Bahamian small-business owners a platform to sell their products.The Ministry of Tourism is ramping up efforts to foster entrepreneurship and […]

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Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis

PM Davis rejects FNM false narrative on PLP taxes

08 November 2024

The official Opposition Free National Movement (FNM) has been relentless in its attacks on the Davis Administration of breaking its promise not to introduce new taxes. The opposition has accused the Davis Administration of disguising new taxes as fees and most recently the FNM Deputy Leader Shannendon Cartwright in a statement said the Davis Administration’s […]

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FNM Chairman Dr. Duane Sands

Dr. Duane Sands Says “$100 Can’t Buy You What It Used To”

08 November 2024

Tynia BrownJournal Staff Writer In a message delivered by Dr. Duane Sands, chairman of the Free National Movement (FNM),he provided a critique of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) and its handling of the economyover the past three years. Dr. Sands emphasized the stark reality that the purchasing power of$100 has diminished significantly, leaving many Bahamians […]

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His Excellency, Ambassador Chet Neymour, Bahamas Representative, Organization of American States

Sustainable development agenda for climate vulnerable states among Diplomatic Week discussions

08 November 2024

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas – A Panel Discussion on a Sustainable Development Agenda for Climate Vulnerable States was among the discussions facilitated as part of Diplomatic Week, 2024. Moderated by His Excellency, Ambassador Chet Neymour, Bahamas Representative, Organization of American States, the discussion placed a prioritization on climate actions focused on adaptation and mitigation; […]

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PRIME MINISTER TO BE INDUCTED IN SPORTS HALL OF FAME

08 November 2024

BY: Latonya RobertsJournal Staff Writer As the Ministry is observing the month of November as ‘Sports Heritage’month, Prime Minister Philip Davis will be inducted into the Ministry’s ‘SportsHeritage’ Hall of Fame amongst several other athletes that made an impact intheir respective sport fields.Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture Mario Bowleg made the announcementduring the Office […]

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DIPLOMAT DELEGATES AT 'DIPLOMATIC WEEK' IN GRAND BAHAMA - 2

Minister Moxey apprises diplomats of government’s efforts to recover, rebuild, and revolutionize Grand Bahama

08 November 2024

FREEPORT, Grand Bahama, The Bahamas — Minister for Grand Bahama, Hon. Ginger Moxey pointed out that this year’s theme for Diplomatic Week – “climate, trade and cultural diplomacy” aligns with key priorities of the government’s ongoing efforts to recover, rebuild and revolutionize Grand Bahama Island and The Bahamas. The Grand Bahama Minister was among the […]

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Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin, Minister of Education

EDUCATION MINISTER ON BULLYING AND MENTAL HEALTH IN CHILDREN

08 November 2024

SHENIA ROBERTSJOURAL STAFF WRITERVideo footage depicting a group of young men allegedly inappropriately touching anotheryoung man in an act of bullying has been circulating across social media for the past few days.Considering this many Bahamians have taken to social media platforms demanding justice forthe young boy and calling on officials to take action.During an interview […]

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Shown above is the crime scene where two brothers-in-law were involved in a fight on Tuesday.  One of them was pronounced dead at the scene while the other died in hospital a few hours later.

BREAKDOWN IN SOCIETY

01 November 2024

By Gerrino Saunders — Journal Staff Writer  Many Bahamians both young and old, those that reside in the country and those that visit home from time to time are becoming increasingly distraught with what appears to be a breakdown in societal norms as the behaviour, mentality and cultural norms are fast becoming extinct. One of […]

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CORNISH NOT GUILTY

01 November 2024

By: Latonya Roberts  Journal Staff Writer  Member of Parliament for North Abaco Kirk Cornish was cleared of his assault and death threats yesterday, after being found not guilty of two counts of rape. On Thursday, the Member of Parliament appeared in court before Justice Renea McKay and a nine-member jury.  He was represented by Defence Lawyer […]

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EDITORIAL — The American People On Trial

01 November 2024

If we are to believe the polls in the United States of America in the campaign for the presidency, the race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is tied.  One candidate is qualified and the other is clearly unqualified. This is amazing in a country where Trump, the former president is awaiting sentencing after being […]

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