Press Statement

The United States is our country’s closest and most consequential partner. Decisions made in Washington affect our economy, border security, migration, financial services, tourism, investment, and national security.

The Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas retains public‑affairs advisers whose work is to represent Bahamian interests with policymakers, media, and key stakeholders inside the United States. 

Their mandate is to advocate for Bahamian economic and security interests to decision-makers in the United States as US policy is formed. 

Under US law, any firm working in America on behalf of a foreign government must register and report its activities under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA). 

Representing countries across the globe, including many in our region, more than 500 such foreign advisors are currently registered with the U.S. Department of Justice under FARA.

Retaining such advisory firms is a standard, transparent way for governments of all sizes to ensure their perspectives are heard at the highest levels in US policy debates. 

Ensuring that Bahamian interests are represented by advocates positioned to make a difference is an important responsibility of government. The Government of The Bahamas will continue to take every reasonable step to ensure that Bahamian interests are represented wherever decisions affecting our country are made.

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