Nassau, The Bahamas | June 1, 2022 On June 1, 2022, the United States Embassy in Nassau raised the rainbow Pride Flag to support the human rights of LGBTQI+ persons in The Bahamas and around the world. The Embassy joins U.S. Embassies in more than 100 countries in flying the rainbow flag. As President Biden …
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U.S. Embassy Nassau – Op-Ed Chargé d’Affaires Usha E. Pitts Over half a century ago on a chilly morning in March, the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. reminded us that “the arc of the moral universe is long, but it bends towards justice.” Though change may be slow and difficult—whether on racial justice, democratic …
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On March 9, 2021 U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Usha E. Pitts participated in the official handing-over ceremony of the BioFire FilmArray Torch infectious disease diagnostic machine. Princess Margaret Hospital in Nassau, the largest public health facility in The Bahamas, has installed the BioFire machine in its laboratory to aid in combating the spread of COVID-19. The …
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Chargé d’Affaires John McNamara Remarks (as prepared) for Delivery of $3.6 Million Donation of Modular Shelters, Rescue Boats, and Construction Supplies September 18, 2020 Royal Bahamas Defence Force Base in Coral Harbour The Honourable K. Peter Turnquest, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; The Honourable Iram Lewis, Minister of Disaster Preparedness, Management, and Reconstruction; …
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Good morning, and welcome to this momentous event. Although I will stand on the established protocol, I would like to acknowledge the Most Honorable Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis, as well as the CEO of GE Gas Power Americas Mr. Eric Gray, for having the vision and foresight to find a progressive solution to the …
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February 13, 2020 Ladies and gentlemen, partners and friends, good evening. It is such an honor to be aboard the USS BAINBRIDGE with all of you. Protocol having been established, I would still like to acknowledge Deputy Prime Minister Turnquest and Mrs. Turnquest, Minister Thompson, and Minister Lewis and Mrs. Lewis – thank you for …
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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Good morning. Minister D’Aguilar, thank you for hosting the signing of this important agreement. Minister Henfield, thank you as well for joining us this morning. After many months of negotiations, we are thrilled to be here today to celebrate an agreement that will bring the United States and The Bahamas …
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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Honorable Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance K. Peter Turnquest, Executive Director of the Small Development Center Davinia Grant, Chair of the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers’ Confederation Krystle Rutherford-Ferguson, Director of Special Projects for the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister Ann Higgins, and distinguished …
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Ladies and gentlemen, friends, good evening. I stand on the protocol that has already been established, however, I wish to acknowledge Admiral Christopher Grady and Mrs. Grady, Honorable Cabinet Ministers, Minister Dames, Honorable Senators, Heads of Diplomatic Missions, Commdore Bethel, and our Mission Partners. It is such an honor to be aboard the USS STOUT …
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On April 17, U.S. and Bahamian government officials traveled to Matthew Town, Inagua for the commissioning of a $2M, state-of-the-art, Long-Range Coastal Radar System, made possible United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM). Among those on hand for the ceremony, the Most Honourable Prime Minister, Dr. Hubert Minnis; General O’Shaughnessy, Commander of the U.S. Northern Command; U.S. …
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U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers recently hosted Congressman Sean Maloney representing New York’s 18th congressional district, and Commandant of the US Coast Guard Admiral Karl Schultz They experienced first hand the challenges our joint US Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, and DEA operations face trying to bring down traffickers in 100,000 square miles of ocean over 700 …
Read More» Remarks by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers – International Women’s Day Luncheon Hosted by the National Women’s Advisory Council in partnership with The Bahamas Maritime Authority We all recognize that global prosperity, security, and stability cannot be achieved without the full participation of women and girls in the economic, social, and political spheres. To transform …
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U.S. Embassy Nassau congratulates Ms. Davinia Blair Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center on being selected to participate in the U.S. Department of State‘s prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) with a focus on “Entrepreneurship as the Engine of Prosperity and Stability, Small Business Development.” The program is scheduled for March 16-April 6, …
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On December 6, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers and Minister of National Security The Honorable Marvin Dames participated in the official handover ceremony of more than $430,000 in equipment and gear to the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) at the Police College. The donation was made possible through the U.S. Department of State’s International Narcotics …
Read More» Remarks by Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers October 19, 2018 Good evening and welcome to Liberty Overlook. I am excited to host my first EducationUSA college fair reception, because all of us here tonight understand the importance of education, and the difference it makes in the lives of young people. Just last night I attended the first …
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The United States Embassy sponsored the 4th annual EducationUSA College Fair on Saturday, October 20th at the Melia Nassau Beach Resort. This year’s fair included representatives from over 40 U.S. colleges and universities. The one-day event attracted over 1,800 students from Nassau and the family islands along with their parents eager to learn about higher …
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On September 21, U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers hosted an evening of art, music and food at Liberty Overlook. As a part of the event, the U.S. Embassy partnered with our State Department alum Antonius Roberts to promote the Arts with talented art students at the University of The Bahamas. The workshop focused on Bahamian/American …
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Remarks by U.S.Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Liberty Overlook September 21, 2018 Good evening and welcome to Liberty Overlook. Thank you for being here as we celebrate an evening of cultural diversity and the arts. Tonight you will experience a cultural fusion of art, music, and culinary delights, illustrating the strong ties and shared partnership between …
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On August 14, U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers and Minister of National Security Marvin Dames participated in the official handover of a 25’ SAFEBOAT patrol craft, a donation from the United States Government to the Government of The Bahamas to support the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF). Also on hand for the donation, RBDF Commodore …
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Remarks by US Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Official Handover Ceremony of SAFE Boat and Accessories August 14, 2018 The Honorable Marvin Dames, Minister of National Security, Commodore Tellis Bethel, Commander Defence Force, Captain Clyde Sawyer, Principal Officer Administration, Reverend Prince Bodie, RBDF Chaplain, and Officers of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force – Good Morning. Today …
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On August 8, during a signing ceremony at the Office of the Prime Minister, U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers and Minister of Foreign Affairs Darren Henfield signed the eighth amendment to the Letter of Agreement on Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement. In his remarks, Prime Minister Dr. Hubert Minnis said his administration remains resolute in …
Read More» Official remarks by U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Signing Ceremony at the Office of The Prime Minister Nassau, The Bahamas August 8, 2018 The Most Honorable Prime Minister, Dr. Hubert Minnis; Attorney General Bethel; Minister of National Security Dames, Minister of Foreign Affairs Henfield, and other distinguished guests. It is an honor to be here …
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On Tuesday, July 3, 2018, U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers hosted this year’s official Fourth of July celebrations at Liberty Overlook. The event paid tribute to the decadence of the 1920’s era dubbed, the “Roaring Twenties” and “The Jazz Age,” when the American economy soared, bringing …
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Remarks by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Freeport, Grand Bahama July 20, 2018 Ladies and gentlemen, good evening. It is an honor to be aboard the USS HUE CITY with all of you here this evening. Both the United States and The Bahamas recently celebrated our respective anniversaries of independence. As we gather together tonight, let …
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On Friday, July 20th, U.S. Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers and Captain Jake Douglas cohosted a welcome reception onboard the USS Hue City while the ship was on a port visit to Grand Bahama. The invited guests included Deputy Prime Minister K. Peter Turnquest, Minister of State for Grand Bahama Kwasi Thompson, Member of Parliament for …
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On May 30, US Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers and Minister of National Security Marvin Dames attended the official closing of the Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) at the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) base. Also on hand, RBDF Commodore Tellis Bethel and Col. Michael Doherty, Deputy Commander, Special Operation Command North (SOCNORTH), the special operations …
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US Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers 2018 Joint Combined Training Exercise (JCET) Nassau, The Bahamas – May, 31, 2018 It is my pleasure to be here today to mark the official closing of this year’s Joint Combined Exchange Training, also known as JCET. The JCET is recognition of our two countries’ commitment to protecting our people …
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Remarks by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers Memorial Day Ceremony May 28, 2018 Your Excellency, Minister Dames, Minister Henfield, Leader of the Opposition, distinguished guests, thank you for joining us on this solemn occasion. During the Civil War Lincoln delivered formidable words at the Gettysburg battleground in 1863. He challenged the assembled crowd to always …
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On Monday, May 28, the United States Embassy commemorated Memorial Day with a wreath laying ceremony at Clifton Pier in memory of fallen comrades and military veterans. Special recognition was given to U.S. Patrol Squadron 23 Sailors, who died off the coast of Nassau on May 7, 1954, Bahamian Private First Class Norman Darling who died in …
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On May 17, US Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers, Minister of National Security, The Hon. Marvin Dames, Commodore of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Tellis Bethel and Commissioner of the Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) Anthony Ferguson traveled to the island of Exuma for “Operation Thunderball.” The training exercise supports Operation Bahamas Turks and Caicos …
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On April 26-27, US Charge d’Affaires Stephanie Bowers made her first official visit to Freeport, Grand Bahama. During the visit she met with Sen. The Hon. Kwasi Thompson, Minister of State for Grand Bahama, Officer in Charge of Grand Bahama (Royal Bahamas Police Force), Assistant Commissioner of Police Samuel Butler. The Charge also met with …
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Stephanie L. Bowers assumed her role as Charge d’Affaires a.i. at U.S. Embassy Nassau on March 1, 2018. Ms. Bowers is a career Foreign Service Officer who most recently served as Chief of Staff of the Department of State’s Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs. Previously she served as Deputy Director of the Office of Central …
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On February 15, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Denver Herren presented the Royal Bahamas Police Force Commissioner of Police, Anthony Ferguson, and his team with over $245,000 worth of new ballistic vests, gear, uniforms, and equipment for several RBPF units to protect them in the line of duty. At the handover ceremony, the Chargé d’ Affaires highlighted …
Read More» Official remarks by U.S. Charge d’Affaires James Denver Herren Good Morning. Today I am pleased and honored to mark this official presentation and handover of ballistics protective gear and other equipment to the Royal Bahamas Police Force and the Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. This equipment is being transferred to the RBPF to …
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The U.S. Mission to The Bahamas is working together with the Government of The Bahamas and the Bahamian people to respond in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. The U.S. Government provided The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands with satellite imagery to aid in recovery, and relief efforts. The information gained from the imagery has …
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Remarks by US Charge d’Affaires Lisa Johnson, Royal Bahamas Police Force Headquarters Protocol having been established. Good Morning. It is a pleasure to be here with you today for the release of the National Household Drug Survey and the Rapid Situational Assessment of Drug Use and Drug Treatment in The Bahamas. These studies were conducted by …
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Six students from L.N. Coakley High School in Exuma have been selected by U.S. Embassy Nassau to participate in the prestigious Youth Ambassadors Leadership Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State through U.S. Embassy Nassau and implemented byWorld Learning. World Learning is a global not-for-profit organization with educational and international development operations in more …
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On Friday, June 30, the United States Embassy commemorated the 241st Anniversary of Independence of the United States of America by hosting a celebration at Liberty Overlook. Once again, the event was held in partnership with the United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) and included more than 400 of the Embassy’s key contacts representing the government, the …
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Official Remarks by US Charge d’Affaires Lisa Johnson June 30, 2017 – Liberty Overlook Nassau, The Bahamas Good evening. On behalf of the United States Mission to The Bahamas, I would like to thank you for joining us to mark the 241st anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. It is fitting that …
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The United States government and the American people were saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Bernard J. Nottage. Those who had the privilege of working with him appreciated his willingness to tackle some of the thorniest issues in our countries’ bilateral relationship and his ability to do so with warmth and kindness. During his …
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On Thursday, June 22, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the United States Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) Humanitarian Assistance Program funded $1.8 million emergency relief warehouse in Great Inagua. NORTHCOM has been working with NEMA since December 2009 to support their long standing requirement to have three regionally located emergency …
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Remarks by US Charge d’Affaires Lisa Johnson Ladies and gentlemen, good morning. It is a pleasure to visit Great Inagua. I’m delighted you have joined us here to celebrate the continued partnership between the United States and The Bahamas, including ensuring the safety of all citizens in the region as we enter another hurricane season. …
Read More» By U.S. Charge d’Affaires Lisa Johnson The Bahamas and the United States share a deep democratic tradition. With the most recent elections in The Bahamas, I witnessed first-hand the power of that democracy and the dedication of the Bahamian people to that tradition. With nearly 90% voter turnout, there is no doubt Bahamians enjoy their …
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On Thursday, June 8th, Ms. Arvis Mortimer Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with a focus on the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in the Ministry of Health (MOH) paid a courtesy call to U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Lisa Johnson to discuss her participation in the U.S. State Department sponsored International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) …
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On Thursday, June 8th, Senior Information Officer at Bahamas Information Services (BIS) Lindsay Thompson paid a courtesy call to U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Lisa Johnson at the U.S. Embassy to discuss her participation in the U.S. Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Ms. Thompson also serves as the Public Information Officer for the National …
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