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Premier Attends Events In New York, Washington
During Premier Michael Dunkley’s visit to the US this week he participated in the New York launch of the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s [BTA] “Race to Bermuda” event on Wednesday, and attended events in Washington DC last night [Sept. 17] as part of the 45th Congressional Black Caucus’ Annual Legislative Conference. A Cabinet Office spokesperson... Read more of this article
Premier Dunkley Attending Events In NY & DC
The Cabinet Office advised today that Premier Michael Dunkley is currently in the US this week attending two events; the New York launch of the “Race to Bermuda” event and the Congressional Black Caucus’ Leadership Reception “This evening [Sept 16], the Premier will participate in the New York launch of the Bermuda Tourism Authority’s... Read more of this article
Finance Minister Comments On Tax Haven List
The Deputy Premier and Minister of Finance Bob Richards today [Aug 28] commented on a report that Bermuda has been named to a new tax haven list drawn up by the District of Columbia in the US. While such changes would first have to be reviewed by the US Congress before becoming law, the Minister stated, “As we recently told the European Commission,... Read more of this article
Dr. Gibbons Trip To Washington Cost $1834.47
A trip to Washington DC last month by Minister of Economic Development Dr. Grant Gibbons cost $1834.47, according to a recent listing on the Government’s travel webpage. The trip duration was listed as from Tuesday, February 03, 2015 – Friday, February 06, 2015, and the webpage listing said, “The purpose of the trip was to meet with US... Read more of this article
Premier’s Trip Cost $5.4K, Richards Cost $19.3K
A trip this month by Premier Michael Dunkley to Washington DC cost $5,472; while a trip late last year by Finance Minister Bob Richards to the United Kingdom cost $19,316, according to recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage. The Premier’s trip duration was listed as Tuesday, February 03, 2015 – Friday, February 06, 2015, and... Read more of this article
Premier Updates On Meetings In Washington DC
During their recent visit to Washington, the Bermuda delegation conducted twelve meetings on Capitol Hill and “renewed friendships with distinguished legislators on both sides of the aisle, “ Premier Michael Dunkley said today [Feb 13] in the House of Assembly. “Bermuda’s relationship with the United States spans four centuries... Read more of this article
Premier, Minister Complete Meetings Overseas
This evening [Feb. 4] the Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley and the Minister of Economic Development, Dr. Grant Gibbons wrapped up a full day of meetings with Congressional Members in the Senate and the House of Representatives. Today’s Capitol Hill meetings included visits with Congressman Jim Clyburn [D-SC], Senate... Read more of this article
Premier, Minister In Washington For Meetings
The Premier and Minister of National Security Michael Dunkley and the Minister of Economic Development Dr. Grant Gibbons are currently in Washington, DC for meetings with Congressional Members in the Senate and the House of Representatives. The meetings start tomorrow [Feb 4], and conclude Friday morning [Feb 6]. “Meetings have been arranged with... Read more of this article
Bermuda Native Honoured In Washington DC
The Sons of the American Revolution [S.A.R.], the Daughters of the American Revolution [D.A.R.], and the Children of the American Revolution [C.A.R.] dedicated a grave marker honouring Thomas Tudor Tucker on Saturday [May 31] in a ceremony at the Historic Congressional Cemetery in Washington, D.C. The ceremony included a Revolutionary War color guard,... Read more of this article
Premier Attends Prayer Breakfast In Washington
Premier Craig Cannonier today [Feb 6] attended the 62nd National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, D.C. A statement said, “On an annual basis, the Members of Congress, the President of the United States, national leaders from throughout the United States and global leaders from more than 140 + different countries, gather to reaffirm their trust... Read more of this article
Senator Jeff Baron In D.C. For Security Meeting
Following an invitation facilitated by the United States Consul General, Junior Minister of Public Safety Sen. Jeffrey Baron is in Washington D.C. for the Fourth Annual Caribbean-United States Security Cooperation Dialogue, organized under the Caribbean Security Basin Initiative convened today [Dec 6]. As the U.S. State Department indicates, the Caribbean... Read more of this article
Packwood Appointed To Washington, DC Office
The Cabinet Office today [Oct 23] confirmed former Cheryl Packwood’s appointment as the Overseas Representative for the Government of Bermuda and Director of the Government’s Washington, DC Office with effect from November 1, 2013. The post was previously held by Director of the Department of Communication and Information Beverle Lottimore, who... Read more of this article
