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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 […]

Bahamian Chefs Head To Culinary Olympics

13 October 2016

Chefs Sheldon ‘Tracey’ Sweeting and Ron Johnson are accustomed to challenges.   Both men, who are very well known chefs, have competed in numerous international competitions throughout the last decade.   But when Hurricane Matthew stormed through The Bahamas on October 5, the men who are headed to compete against the world on October 17 […]

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Bahamas Opened For Business, Says Tourism

13 October 2016

The Ministry of Tourism is sending out a message to the world that The Bahamas is once again opened for business. Last Friday, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) gave the “all clear” after Hurricane Matthew devastated islands in the northwest and central Bahamas. “We are welcoming visitors to many of our beautiful islands with […]

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44% Of Cable Services Restored In NP

13 October 2016

Cable Bahamas Vice President of Marketing David Burrows yesterday said his company is doing all in its power to fully restore services throughout the country after the devastation of Hurricane Matthew; noting that as of yesterday, 44 percent of the network is up in New Providence.   There are many residents throughout the capital who […]

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SMALL BUSINESSES REMAIN OPTIMISTIC POST HURRICANE MATTHEW

12 October 2016

With no electricity or generator supply, small businesses in and around the community said that the aftermath of hurricane Matthew has left them devastated but not discouraged. In the days that immediately followed hurricane Matthew, small business owners and operators have remained optimistic about rebuilding and getting back to a state of normalcy. Although many […]

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Bahamians rushing for supplies post Hurricane Matthew

12 October 2016

Kelly’s Lumber Yard and City Lumber say sales continue to surpass demand not only following Hurricane Matthew but preceding the devastating category 4 hurricane that tore through the entire Bahamas. Arlene Pearson Kelly’s warehouse supervisor in the inventory department says pre Hurricane Matthew their east street location showed no signs of slowing down however their issue […]

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50% of Power Restored In NP

12 October 2016

Nearly a week after Hurricane Matthew roughly 50% of residents here in the capital have had their power restored this according to President of The Electrical Workers Union Paul Maynard.   Mr. Maynard admitted that crews are having difficulties restoring power to certain areas like South Beach, Seabreeze and Yamacraw, all of which suffered significant […]

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3 New Cases Of Zika

12 October 2016

There are three new confirmed Zika cases here in the capital, this latest update being confirmed by the ministry of health’s website. The total to 17 confirmed cases up from 14 at last report. Now a growing concern in the wake of Hurricane Matthew was the possibility of an increase in mosquito breeding grounds caused […]

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Washington Redskins Assist Bahamas With Hurricane Relief

11 October 2016

Washington Redskins owner Dan Synder and his wife Tanya sprang into action on Saturday, October 8 personally delivering much needed hurricane supplies to The Bahamas following the passage of Hurricane Matthew.   The National Football League team flew in a private jet filled with batteries, food, blankets, candies, non-perishable foods and even children’s games, among […]

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Wells Says Gov’t Disorganized in Aftermath

11 October 2016

In the aftermath of monster storm Hurricane Matthew, many residents throughout the capital are still left without essentials including water and electricity; and Free National Movement (FNM) Member of Parliament (MP) for Bamboo Town Renward Wells said in such a time, the government is disorganized.   The MP’s sentiments came on Sunday as he along […]

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PM Orders Exigency Following Matthew

11 October 2016

After Hurricane Matthew devastated The Bahamas last week, Prime Minister Perry Christie has announced the government’s intention to issue a hurricane recovery and reconstruction bond as well as duty free sanctions on relief items. During a national address this past Sunday, Mr. Christie said based on the assessment throughout New Providence, Grand Bahama and other islands […]

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