Annex II and Forum for Harmful Tax Practices (FHTP) Conclusion
- Press ReleaseFollowing a positive formal decision by OECD Forum for Harmful Tax Practices, Bermuda anticipates removal from EU’s Annex II
In November 2021, the OECD’s Forum for Harmful Tax Practices (FHTP) issued Bermuda with an urgent recommendation…
Bermuda’s Surplus on Trade with Non-Residents Reaches $217 Million
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour, the Hon. Jason Hayward, JP, MP, released the 2021 Q4 Balance of Payments & International Investment Position publication from the Department of Statistics.
The Minister explained, “…
Deputy Governor Swearing-In
- Press ReleaseEarlier today, Mr. Tom Oppenheim was Sworn-In as the new Deputy Governor of Bermuda.
Minister of National Security – Statement following Explosion in Southampton
- Press ReleaseFollowing a briefing from the Incident Commander from the Bermuda Fire & Rescue Service and the Bermuda Police Service, the Minister of National Security, Michael Weeks, said, “I was shocked to learn of the horrific incident which occurred in…
2021 Gross Domestic Product by Expenditure
- Press ReleaseToday, the Ministry of Economy and Labour released the Quarter 4, 2021 Quarterly Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by Expenditure publication.
Minister Hayward explained, “After adjusting for inflation, the Real GDP…
Bermuda’s 4th Quarter Economic Performance
- Press ReleaseGood morning to the media and the people of Bermuda.
Bermuda’s economy continued to trend in a positive direction in the 4th quarter of 2021 capping a year of strong economic growth.
4th Quarter GDP…
Celebrating Heritage Month 2022
- Press Release~ Togetherness ~
May is Heritage Month, and for the first time since 2019, the Department of Culture will be reintroducing in-person events to highlight and celebrate Bermuda’s culture and heritage.
This month residents and visitors…
Vaccination Week in the Americas 2022 Event Photos & videos
- Press ReleaseIn partnership with the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Bermuda is celebrating Vaccination Week in the Americas 2022 (April 25th – 29th). The theme is, Are you up to date with your vaccinations? #Getallyourshots
There…
International Worker's Day Remarks from the Premier
- Press ReleaseGood morning to the Minister of Economy and Labour, to my fellow Cabinet Ministers, Junior Ministers, Bermuda Trade Union Congress President and BTUC Executive, Union Leaders who are gathered on the Cabinet lawn today.
Although we are a…
International Workers’ Day
- Press ReleaseRecognised on May 1, International Workers’ Day or May Day is an opportunity to honour and celebrate the historic social and economic struggles that brought hard-won achievements. It is also to remind us of the extraordinary sacrifices,…
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