NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout (DDG 55) arrived in Nassau, Bahamas, for a scheduled port visit, June 12. The Norfolk-based destroyer arrived in the island nation’s port as part of a concerted effort to increase U.S. presence and reinforce the U.S. Navy’s commitment to a mutually beneficial partnership. “The Bahamas is …
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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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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 …
Read More» Calling all high school students! You are invited to attend the 4th Annual EducationUSA Bahamas Fall College Fair Saturday, October 20th at the Melia Nassau Beach Resort. Representatives from over 40 U.S. colleges and universities will be there. There will also be presentations on the student visa application process.
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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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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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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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The Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) and its counterparts in regional and international law enforcement held a joint press conference a the RBDF base on June 7 to announce that The Bahamas will host the second phase of Tradewinds 2018 June 14th – 21st. Tradewinds 2018 is an annual regional military training exercise this year’s …
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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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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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U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations’ Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Transnational Crime, Civilian Security, Democracy, Human Rights, and Global Women’s Issues, traveled to the Bahamas on May 2, where he met with Prime Minister Hubert Minnis to discuss bilateral relations, and thank the Bahamas for their leadership in working with …
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The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) delivered a Small Arms Identification Training for approximately 30 Bahamas Customs and RBPF officers from March 19-23 in Nassau. The training was funded by the ATF and was part of ongoing U.S.-Bahamian cooperative efforts to curb the flow of illegal firearms into The Bahamas. The week-long …
Read More» The US Embassy in Nassau resumed full operations on Monday, September 11th. A travel warning for The Bahamas is no longer in effect. For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the U.S. Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section via telephone: 242-322-1181.
Read More» The US Embassy in Nassau will be resuming full operations starting on Monday, September 11 at 8:00. For any emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the U.S. Citizens Services Unit of the U.S. Embassy’s Consular Section via telephone: 242-322-1181.
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n Friday, July 1, the United States Embassy commemorated the 240th Anniversary of Independence of the United States of America by hosting a celebration in Nassau, at Liberty Overlook. 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, …
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On Wednesday, April 16, 2014 Librarians and library staff from public libraries and government school libraries attended an American Corner open house. U.S. Embassy Acting Deputy Chief of Mission John Armstrong addressed the attendees and discussed the important influence of public libraries especially in small communities. College of The Bahamas Librarian Dr. Berthamae Walker delivered …
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On June 24, 2014 during a week-long visit to The Bahamas, Fisk University President Dr. H. James Williams, First Lady Carole Campbell-Williams, and Vice President for Institutional Advancement Dr. Edwina Harris Hamby paid a courtesy call to U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Neda Brown. The visit was an opportunity to discuss President Obama’s 100,000 Strong …
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The close friendship between The United States of America and its neighbor, The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, was prominently depicted by some of the major Junkanoo groups that participated in the 2014 New Year’s Day Junkanoo Parade in Nassau, The Bahamas, on the morning of January 1, 2014. The U.S. Embassy’s Acting Deputy Chief of …
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