Statement from Prime Minister Davis on the Passing of Ms Mitzie Turnquest
I have just received the profoundly saddening news of the passing of Ms. Mitzie Turnquest. Today, The Bahamas mourns the loss of a shining light in our community and a staunch supporter of the Progressive Liberal Party. Mitzie was more than an exceptional Human Resources leader. She epitomized the spirit of resilience, empowerment, and transformation. […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’ Remarks at Renaming Ceremony of the Ruth Millar Mortgage Corporation Building
Good Morning, Today, as we rename this building in her honour, we reflect on the memory of Ruth Millar and her legacy as a nation-builder. Ruth Millar was a star. She set a standard of excellence wherever she went in a career that included nursing, public health administration, business, and, of course, her stellar leadership […]
Prime Minister Philip Davis’ Remarks at the BREEF Eco Schools Coordinators Workshop
Good morning! It is a pleasure to be here with you for the annual Eco Schools Bahamas coordinators workshop, particularly during a year of not one, but two very special anniversaries. We are celebrating fifty years of independence for The Bahamas, and we are also celebrating thirty years of conservation and education efforts led by […]
Prime Minister Davis’ Tribute to The Life and Legacy of The Late Hon. Obediah Hercules Wilchcombe
There are times when the weight of grief feels like an anchor, heavy and unforgiving. Today, we are gathered under its shadow, and I find myself stepping into it not just as your Prime Minister but as someone who has lost a dear, long-time friend. In the early days, I remember Obie, the sharp-witted journalist […]
Prime Minister Davis’ Welcome Address at the 4th OAS Sustainable Development Ministerial
Ladies and Gentlemen, Secretary General Almagro, Colleagues, Thank you so much for joining us over the past three days as we develop solutions to the greatest threat of our time. Those of us living on ground zero, unfortunately, know all too well just how destructive the climate crisis can be. On September 1st, 2020, people […]