AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoInvestment: The government plans specially negotiated agreements for substantial international family offices, covering immigration, tax, licensing and exchange controls, as it courts Asian wealth. Tourism: Director General Jackson Weech says 2026 could be another banner year if strong first-half growth continues. Energy & Costs: Gas in New Providence has climbed to $7.49–$7.56 a gallon, prompting calls to share the burden across consumers and fuel distributors. At a regional energy conference, the government defended LNG as a bridge to renewables, while targeting renewables for 30% of electricity by 2030 amid persistent outages. Cruise Development: MSC’s proposed $400 million Billy Cay terminal in Grand Bahama could handle 20,000 passengers daily and create up to 320 permanent jobs, with opening targeted for 2028. Trade & Skills: At Diplomatic Week, Prime Minister Philip Davis pitched opportunities in shipping, logistics, sustainable farming and clean energy, while new figures show 27% of the workforce has no formal qualifications.
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