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27 April 2011

Global Forum Confirms The Bahamas' Commitment to International Standards Not in Doubt

The Peer Review Report of the Legal and Regulatory Framework of The Bahamas, issued by the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes, indicates "The Bahamas' commitment to international standards is not in doubt".

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Accelerated Permanent Residency Gets a Boost

The Bahamas Government has amended its National Investment Policy (NIP) to provide accelerated permanent residency consideration for substantial investors and individuals purchasing a residence of $1.5 million or more. Permanent residence is a…

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Securities Industry Legislation Passed

The new Securities Industry Act, 2011 was passed in the House of Assembly today, after its first reading. It will now have to progress to the Upper Chamber for approval.

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Mexico Trade Barriers Removed as Bahamas Elevated to Positive List

The bringing into force of The Bahamas-Mexico Tax Information Exchange Agreement serves to offset the impact of The Bahamas’ inclusion on the so-called Mexican blacklist, opening the door for a broader business exchange between the two…

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BFSB Announces IBFS 2012

The Bahamas Financial Services Board (BFSB) has announced that the third annual International Business & Finance Summit (IBFS) will take place February 3 – 5. 2012 at the Abaco Beach Resort in Marsh Harbour, Abaco.

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High Canadian Interest in Business Opportunities in The Bahamas

More than 125 financial and business professionals in Toronto and Calgary were told how the Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) between The Bahamas and Canada enhances business opportunities in The Bahamas for Canadians during seminars…

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