Government of The Bahamas Statement on the Historic Ruling – Tribunal Confirms the Grand Bahama Port Authority Must Make Annual Payments to the Government and People of The Bahamas Until 2054, Tribunal Rejects Port Authority’s Claim to Exclusive Authority over Freeport
Nassau, Bahamas – The Government of the Bahamas confirms that the arbitral tribunal has issued a Partial Award in the ongoing arbitration between the Government and the Grand Bahama Port Authority (“GBPA”) concerning the Hawksbill Creek Agreement (“HCA”) and related arrangements. The Partial Award confirms the GBPA ’s liability to make annual payments to the Government […]
Statement from Prime Minister Davis on the passing of V. Theresa Burrows
Ann and I extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of V. Theresa Burrows. Mrs. Burrows served The Bahamas with distinction across a long career in public service and corporate life, bringing discipline, clarity, and a steady hand to every role entrusted to her. At the National Insurance Board, she helped shape […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at the Commissioning of the Mayaguana Airport
Good morning, Mayaguana. Thank you all for joining us for this monumental moment of progress for this island. As I look around, I can’t help but feel proud of what we have accomplished here. It always feels great to be the bearer of good news. And today, we are here to celebrate some very good […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at Bahamas Business and Investment Forum 2026
“BEYOND THE SHORELINE: Investments, Private Wealth and Digital” Ladies and gentlemen, friends of The Bahamas, From the airplane window or from the deck of a boat, people look at our islands and feel they already understand us. They see the shoreline, the colours of the sea, the sunlight on the sand. This morning, I would […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at the Bahamas Customs & Excise’s Class of 2025 Commencement Exercise
Good Afternoon, And a special greeting to the recruits here today. It always brings me joy to see so many young people earnestly pursuing positive opportunities for themselves. And in doing so, also committing themselves to building our nation. And make no mistake about it, being a customs officer is a nation-building role. So, today, […]