Author: Julia Rawlins-Bentham Government is already seeking to put measures in place to cushion any likely fallout from the war that has broken out in the Ukraine with Russia. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, outlined that the situation between the Ukraine and Russia could have implications for the cost of fuel and food, the supply […]
Author: Fabian Belgrave Travellers arriving at the Grantley Adams International Airport should encounter less congestion due to new procedures being implemented there, namely the acceptance of a one-day Rapid Antigen test for entry, and the launch of version two of the online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) form. Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Senator Lisa Cummins, outlined
Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Senator Lisa Cummins speaking during the Covid-19 press update. Author: Public Relations Caribbean countries are for the first time receiving significant funding and support from the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) and the Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) to prepare health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessments (V&As), a key
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Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley makes statement on Ukraine. The events of the last few days and weeks in and around Ukraine have been deeply disturbing both to the people of that sovereign, UN member state and for the international order upon which all states depend for their safety and security. The Government of Barbados
Author: Julie Carrington The signing of the St. George’s Declaration Towards a Reduction of Intra-Caribbean Roaming Charges by Grenada’s Prime Minister, Keith Mitchell, and telecom providers, Cable and Wireless Communications and Digicel, has been described as “historic”. Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley stated this today, while addressing the signing ceremony via Zoom for the roll
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley in discussion with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Saudi Fund for Development, Ahmed Aqeel Al-Khateeb, during an exit meeting at Ilaro Court yesterday. Author: Julie Carrington Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Saudi Fund for Development, Ahmed Aqeel Al-Khateeb, has pledged to market
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Minister in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, Ryan Straughn, greets Head of European Union (EU) Delegation to Barbados, Ambassador Malgorzata Wasilewska, at the start of their recent meeting at Government Headquarters. (B. Hinds/BGIS) Author: Julie Carrington Minister in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, Ryan Straughn, has emphasised the importance of maintaining
Minister in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, Ryan Straughn, greets the IDB’s Country Representative, Viviana Alva Hart, while Country Economist, Cloe Ortiz de Mendivil, looks on during a recent courtesy call at Government Headquarters. (B. Hinds/BGIS) Author: Julie Carrington There is a promise from Government to further enhance the long-standing relationship with the
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Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Senator Lisa Cummins poses for a photograph with Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Saudi Fund for Development, Ahmed Aqeel Al-Khateeb, prior to his departure. Minister Al-Khateeb was on a four-day visit to Barbados. (S. Forde-Craigg/BGIS) Author: Sheena Forde-Craigg/BGIS Barbados and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be
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Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley, presents a gift to Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Tourism, Ahmed Al-Khateeb, following their recent meeting at Ilaro Court. (B. Hinds/BGIS) Author: Julie Carrington/BGIS Matters pertaining to the conclusion of an air services agreement, financing of major projects through Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and exploring avenues to strengthen the island’s
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