In our latest Caribbean DevTrends blog Economics Senior Specialist in The Bahamas Dr. Allan Wright discusses his recent co-authored IDB publication titled The EU AML/CFT List of High-Risk Third Jurisdictions: Implications and Options for The Bahamas. This Policy Brief has argued that inclusion on any future adopted European Union (EU) Anti-Money Laundering/Combating … [Read more...] about High-risk listing problematic for The Bahamas
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How The Bahamas’ Fiscal Responsibility Framework of 2018 will aid governance and accountability
The Bahamas’ Fiscal Responsibility Bill (FRB) 2018, can be compared with some standard principles that typically guide the formation of a Fiscal Responsibility Framework (FRF). Based on our examination, we conclude that the objectives of The Bahamas’ proposed FRF are clear, sound and are in accord with the typical objectives of a standard rules-based framework. We also find … [Read more...] about How The Bahamas’ Fiscal Responsibility Framework of 2018 will aid governance and accountability
Bahamian Youth Leaders Visit MIT’s Media Lab and Plan a Sustainable Urban Future for Nassau
On February 1, 2018, the Sustainable Nassau Action Plan was launched under the auspices of the Inter-American Development Bank’s (IDB) Emerging and Sustainable Cities Program. The Sustainable Nassau Action Plan is the product of a three-year collaborative effort between the Office of the Prime Minister and the IDB. The Action Plan highlights four strategic areas: resiliency and … [Read more...] about Bahamian Youth Leaders Visit MIT’s Media Lab and Plan a Sustainable Urban Future for Nassau
Can we cut red tape with digital scissors?
Think of the last time you needed to conduct some official business with your government. Maybe it was to get a copy of a birth certificate, pay taxes, or sign up for a social benefit. How was your experience? Good, bad or ugly? If it was the latter – you are not alone. Millions of citizens region-wide are suffering from inefficient, paper-based and in-person government … [Read more...] about Can we cut red tape with digital scissors?