Prime Minister Davis’s Contribution to the Automatic Exchance of Financial Account Information (Amendement) Bill, 2024, Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information (Amendment) Regulations, 2024 and Guidance Notes on the Common Reporting Standard for Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information in Tax Matters
Good morning Madam Speaker, I am grateful for the opportunity to address the House this morning on these amendments to strengthen our compliance with international standards. Madam Speaker, I would like to speak specifically on two essential legislative amendments that were tabled in Parliament this morning, in particular: The first is the Automatic Exchange of […]
Prime Minister Davis’s Contribution to the Securities Industries Bill (2024) and the Digial Assets and Registered Exchanges Bill (2024)
Madam Speaker:I rise today, as always, on behalf of the beautiful and industrious people of Cat Island, Rum Cay, and San Salvador, as we roll out yet another major legislative update as part of our status quo-changing agenda. The Securities Industries Bill (2024) and the Digital Assets and Registered Exchanges Bill (2024) represent critical steps […]
Prime Minister Davis’s Remarks at the Launch of the Corporate Administrative Registry Services Portal
Ladies and Gentlemen, Today, as we stand on the brink of celebrating 51 years of independence, we are reminded of the remarkable journey we have undertaken as a nation. Our steps have not always been perfect, but moments like this demonstrate that we are making significant strides toward the full promise of self-governance and modernization. […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Contribution to the 2024/2025 Budget Debate
“Changing The Status Quo, Changing Lives“ A. OVERVIEW Madam Speaker: Each time I go back to Cat Island, I see something new, or gain a new perspective. The old buildings and structures, some overgrown for years, nestle against some of the newer buildings, or the older buildings with a new coat of paint. The construction […]
Prime Minister Davis’s remarks at the State Funeral of the Honorable A. Loftus Roker
Lady Roker, Ladies and gentlemen, colleagues, and the beloved family of the Honorable A. Loftus Roker, What is a statesman? Today, as we gather to pay our respects, we reflect on this question through the life and legacy of one of The Bahamas’ most distinguished public servants, the Honorable A. Loftus Roker. A statesman is […]