AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTourism & Climate: Prime Minister Philip Davis told the UN there’s “no uncertainty” in the climate crisis, warning sea-level rise threatens statehood and citing the Declaration on Sea-Level Rise. Financial Services Policy: Government will remove VAT from trust services by end-2026 and also from certain property transfers into trusts, alongside a new Family Office Programme and Bahamas Invest Concierge. Cruise & Marine Growth: MSC celebrated the float-out of the MSC World Atlantic in France; the 2027-delivery ship will sail Caribbean itineraries including MSC’s Bahamas private island Ocean Cay. Superyacht Push: The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism launched “Dock Anchor & Discover” at Monaco Yacht Show to market the country as a superyacht hub, highlighting marinas, FBOs, provisioning and concierge services. Hospitality Leadership: Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association names Robert “Sandy” Sands interim president after Jackson Weech’s move to Director General of Tourism. Local Industry & Jobs: Massy Group confirmed it’s selling its Caterpillar dealership to MACORP, with assurances for employees and a focus on regional growth. Construction & Community: Govt and the union broke ground on the Patrick S. Bain Subdivision, a nine-home housing project with hurricane-proof features and a nature park. Beach Access Tension: Cabbage Beach vendors say relocation plans are still unclear as development work proceeds and a fence remains a flashpoint.
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