AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDigital Government & AI: The Bahamas and Estonia signed a landmark digital cooperation MOU aimed at boosting government modernization, digital identity, interoperability, AI, cybersecurity and citizen-centred services. Energy & Courts: Power outages hit New Providence’s Supreme Court operations, suspending trials and disrupting registries and even prisoner processing, with officials still assessing backlog impacts. Family Islands Banking: Acting PM Chester Cooper said government is working to address declining banking access on Family Islands, pointing to digital banking and Sand Dollar/digital wallets as banks scale back physical presence. National Investment Fund: Cooper dismissed opposition concerns over the reported $265m NIF withdrawal, saying the issue is being raised for “relevance” while the Ministry of Finance handles details. Property & Tourism Investment: Westgate Resorts announced Westgate Bimini Bay will open Oct. 1, 2026, its first Caribbean property, while Grand Bahama sees renewed momentum with HG Christie appointed for a new waterfront townhouse development. Transport Labour: The Bahamas Taxi Cab Union warned industrial action could follow an airport dispute with livery drivers at Lynden Pindling International Airport. Business & Finance: Longeveron reported 2026 second-quarter results and a business update, while Cable Bahamas’ leadership programme highlighted “open-door” and example-based management.
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