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IAN FERGUSON: The business questions politicians must answer
The years 2016 and 2017 are major political ones for the US and the Bahamas, with many persons already in campaign mode. Our democracy requires individuals, and their and constituencies, to decide who will govern, but the business community watches on nervously given what is at stake.
BORCO's 1.2m barrel 'key commercial win'
THE Bahamas Oil Refining Company (BORCO) has secured a "key commercial win" through a long-term contract that supports a further 1.2 million barrel oil storage capacity expansion, with the Grand Bahama-based facility driving a 24.1 per cent adjusted operating income increase for its parent's international operations.
EDITORIAL: Pence talks tough for his boss on all-things China
WHILE major developments like Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the US Supreme Court and a new North American trade pact dominated the American news last week, several significant officials spoke publicly at the same time to offer their informed views on the globally significant issue of the evolving US-China relationship. The Trump administration helped to focus further attention on China when Vice President Pence delivered a major address on the subject to the conservative Hudson Institute.
Lookout points suggested to stop illegal migrants
FORMER Assistant Commissioner of Police Paul Thompson believes he has a credible solution to strengthening border security but top officials have yet to consider his recommendations. Mr Thompson told The Tribune he has suggested the erection of thre
EDITORIAL: Through the years of conflict Kofi Annan fought for peace
DESPITE the issuance of an official statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs about the death last week of the distinguished former United Nations Secretary-General and Nobel Peace Laureate Kofi Annan, there has been little media coverage here at home of his passing.
Bahamas sanctions Russian finances
OVER the weekend, The Bahamas announced economic sanctions on financial resources of the Russian Federation and those of certain entities and individuals linked to the Federation and Belarus.
Steven Gardiner breaks his national record in 300m
OFF to what he considers to be his best indoor track and field start ever, Bahamas male 2021 Athlete of the Year Steven Gardiner feels he’s on track to securing his third straight medal at a global meet in the men’s 400 metres at the World Championships in Eugene, Oregon, in August.
EDITORIAL: New US President must show world leadership
DESPITE many naysayers and critics who deride everything American, it is widely accepted that the United States of America is generally a force for good as the undisputed leader of the free world.
Oil explorer: Share offering delayed by regulations wait
The Bahamas Petroleum Company (BPC) is “ready and willing” to proceed with its long-planned share offering to Bahamians, its departing chairman noting progress had been “frustrated” by the wait for approvals.
WORLD VIEW: The international order is broken - where are the leaders to fix it?
THE international order, which has existed, although shakily, since the end of World War II and the establishment of the Charter of the United Nations, is now severely broken.
WORLD VIEW: The relevance and state of US-Caribbean relations – Part 2
THIS commentary continues the discussion on the relevance and state of US-Caribbean relations against the backdrop of a publication by the Washington-based, Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), entitled, “The Relevance of US-Caribbean Relations – Three Views”.
No choice but to ‘ride out’ inflation
The Bahamas has no choice but “to ride out” escalating inflationary pressures, a governance reformer warned yesterday, although continued strong economic growth forecasts could produce “a compensating effect”.
Mitchell highlights need to tackle issues facing Haiti
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell is of the view that Haiti continues to suffer social and economic depression because it “struck the first blow for freedom back in 1804” for oppressed black nations. He urged regional counterparts to help them resolve their problems.
DEREK SMITH: Companies must adapt to governance changes
This year, governance, risk and compliance (GRC) will continue to evolve rapidly, driven by technological advances, evolving regulatory environments and changing economic conditions. Gartner projects $205bn in end-user spending on risk management and cyber security in 2024, an increase of 14.3 percent from 2015. GRC programmes will become ever-more important as the regulatory landscape becomes more complex.
Insolvent broker's Liquidators possess $200k for $17.5m claims
The joint liquidators for Owen Bethel’s insolvent Montaque Capital Partners currently possess just $196,238 in liquid assets to cover total creditor claims of $17.5 million, it has been revealed.
Florida firm blamed for festival fiasco
ORGANISERS of the Caribbean Muzik Festival said yesterday they were “forced to postpone” the event after a Florida company hired to provide light and sound cancelled “very late in the day”.
US VP visiting Bahamas to meet leaders from region
US Vice President Kamala Harris will be the highest ranking US government official to visit The Bahamas since 1973 when she arrives on June 8 to meet Caribbean leaders.
Bill aims to bring higher pay and a stronger economy
THE government will begin debate tomorrow on a bill intended to “lead to higher paying jobs” and “build a stronger and more stable economy,” according to a press release from Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis.
Bahamas is in ‘critical stages’ of establishing drug treatment court
MINISTER of National Security Dr Bernard Nottage said Wednesday that the Bahamas is in the “critical stages” of establishing a Drug Treatment Court to provide an alternative to incarceration for drug-dependent offenders through treatment and rehabilitation.
30 new patrol cars for police force
NATIONAL Security Minister Dr Bernard Nottage yesterday commissioned 30 new patrol cars for the Royal Bahamas Police force at a cost of just over $750,000.