Prime Minister Philip Davis’ remarks at the 2022 National Honours Investiture
COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS FY2022/2023 BUDGET CONTRIBUTIONS | BUDGET 2022: THE WAY FORWARD
Association of Caribbean Commissioners of Police: Opening Remarks 36th Annual General Meeting and Conference
Along with a changing world, comes the increasing threat and vulnerability of crime to our country’s safety and economic security. Crime, in all of its manifestations, is a global and complex issue that profits criminals billions of dollars each year while leaving many reeling to recover.
We all feel deeply the damaging effects of crime.
We all hear the cries of persons who have suffered at the hands of criminals.
We all know how it plagues our communities.
And I know we all want desperately to change this narrative.
However, the ongoing effort to eradicate this scourge will require a multi-faceted response that address the economic, social, and legal realities that contribute to this situation, particularly in the Caribbean.
New Year’s National Address – Prime Minister Hubert Minnis
Prime Minister Minnis announces new COVID-19 measures for New Providence, Abaco and Eleuthera
In an address to the nation on Sunday 8 November, the Prime Minister pointed to the progress recorded on New Providence and Abaco since restrictive measures were introduced a month ago. Since then, there have been reductions recorded among key health indicators watched closely by health officials, including the number new cases of COVID-19, transmission, […]
House Debates $17 Million Capitalization of Disaster Emergency Fund to Strengthen National Resilience
NASSAU, The Bahamas – In the House of Assembly today, parliamentarians debated a resolution to transfer $17 million to capitalize the nation’s Disaster Emergency Fund, marking a major milestone in the country’s ongoing effort to strengthen fiscal and climate resilience. The Fund, established under the Disaster Risk Management Act (2022), is designed to ensure that, […]
Statement from the Prime Minister on The Tragic Passing of Lauren Saunders
Ann and I are deeply saddened by the tragic discovery of the body of Lauren Saunders this morning. Our hearts are heavy for her family and loved ones as they face this unbearable loss. We extend our deepest condolences to her family and friends. No parent or loved one should ever have to endure such […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Contribution on a Resolution to Transfer Funds from Dormant Accounts to the Disaster Emergency Fund
Madam Speaker, As a nation, we are uniquely vulnerable to climate change. We contribute so little to the problems of the world, and yet we suffer the most dire consequences. Conservative estimates suggest that over 40 per cent of our national debt exists because of climate change, not because of mismanagement, not because of poor […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’s Remarks at the Opening Ceremony of Diplomatic Week 2025
Excellencies, distinguished delegates, members of the diplomatic corps, colleagues, and fellow Bahamians, good morning. This morning, I want to reaffirm something that may seem old-fashioned but is, in fact, more urgent than ever. It is the belief that diplomacy can still work. That reasoned dialogue can still settle disputes. That patient cooperation can still create […]
Prime Minister Davis Contribution to the Data Protection Bill 2025
Madam Speaker, Today, as we debate the Data Protection Bill 2025, we are standing at a crossroads in human history. We live in an era of “big data.” Every second, billions of pieces of information are created, collected, analysed, and stored. In the time it takes me to deliver this contribution, millions of transactions will […]