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Bahamas briefs Swiss, UK on financial sector

A Bahamian delegation has visited Switzerland and London to meet with institutions and intermediaries that play a key role in driving business to the Bahamian financial services sector.

Bahamas drops into Zone III after Davis Cup loss

THE men’s team of player/captain Marvin Rolle and Phillip Major Jr gave it a gallant effort in the pivotal doubles, but it wasn’t enough to get the Bahamas past Bolivia in the Davis Cup Zone II tie.

New ways to inspire economic growth in the Bahamas

KEY stakeholders from the private and public sector and society at large are expected to begin dialogue today on ways to enhance productivity and economic growth in The Bahamas at the launch of The Bahamas chapter of the Caribbean Growth Forum (CGF).

National cricket team 0-4 in the ICC Tourney of The Americas Division 1

THE Bahamas’ national cricket team is still searching for its first win after their recent promotion, pitting them against the top sides in the region.

Business forum boost for Grand Bahama

More than 300 international delegates attended the first-ever Bahamas International Investment and Business Forum, participating in two days of intensive discussions on potential investment opportunities in the Bahamas - particularly Grand Bahama.

WTO chief: VAT can generate export boost

A top World Trade Organisation (WTO) official yesterday said that replacing Customs duties with Value-Added Tax (VAT) would place the Bahamas on a ‘level playing field’ with its Caribbean neighbours, allowing for the favourable tax treatment of exports.

A 'dazzingly successful tour' of Queen's baton through Nassau

THE Bahamas Commonwealth Games Association, the Commonwealth Games Federation and the Ministry of Youth, Sports & Culture have staged a “dazzlingly successful tour” of the Queen’s Baton through the streets of New Providence, in preparation for the XX Games, scheduled to begin on July 23 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Davis Cup: Bahamas will stay in Zone III

TEAM captain John Farrington made an adjustment to the line-up, but it still wasn’t enough for the Bahamas men’s national team to prevail in Zone II of the BNP Paribas American Zone Davis Cup tie.

Students get opportunity to design mascot for 2014 IAAF World Relays

A DESIGN competition engaging students aged nine to 18 to design and name an original mascot for the 2014 IAAF World Relays commenced this week. The competition is slated to end on January 17.

Deangelo offensive spark for Bahamas in loss to Panama

The Bahamas’ under-15 boys national team lost its second game of the 2014 Caribbean Basketball Championships to host Panama in the feature game on day two of the tournament.

Hurricane latest: Defence Force leave cancelled, schools update

HOURS after Hurricane Warnings and Watches were issued for the Bahamas on Wednesday morning, officials of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBPF) and the Ministry of Education issued statements outlining their plans for Hurricane Joaquin's landfall.

Bank eyes ‘huge opportunity’ for Bahamas unit

Andbank’s chief executive said yesterday that the private bank was optimistic about its prospects in the Bahamas, as it sees a “huge opportunity” in connecting this nation to Latin America’s private wealth market.

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GB's 36% room revenue rise a happy 'memory'

Grand Bahama saw a 67,184 increase in the number of occupied hotel rooms for the 2014 first half, a rise likely driven by the Memories Resort’s opening.

28-month timetable for aircraft registry

Government consultants have recommended that the Bahamas proceed to estabish an international aircraft registry, and outlined a 28-month implementation timetable.

BTC invests $8m in retail roll-out

THE Bahamas Telecommunications Company (BTC) expects to have invested around $8 million when it completes it retail roll-out of around 35 stores.

Bahamas forms committee to manage its debt

Bahamas forms committee to manage its debt By NATARIO McKENZIE Tribune Business Reporter nmckenzie@tribunemedia.net A DEBT and cash management committee has been formed to create a medium-term debt strategy for the Bahamas, Central Bank governor Wendy C

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