The Tribunal has ruled, and the Government did not succeed in its $357 million claim against the Grand Bahama Port Authority.
But, in the PLP’s spin room today, up is down, water isn’t wet, and a loss is a win.
The Davis Administration chose an aggressive legal path, spent public funds, and failed to secure the result it promised.
That’s the bottom line.
Historically, disputes of this nature were managed through negotiation and structured engagement. Instead, this administration escalated the matter to arbitration, creating uncertainty that affects both local and international investors at a time when Grand Bahama urgently needs stability and confidence.
The Free National Movement supports sensible and productive efforts to make the GBPA live up to the terms of the Hawksbill Creek Agreement and meet its obligations.
The focus now must be on restoring stability, rebuilding partnerships, and ensuring that any further proceedings are handled transparently and responsibly. This requires a change in leadership and a return to steady, competent governance.
We will continue to advocate for disciplined leadership, constructive engagement, and long-term prosperity for Grand Bahama and The Bahamas as a whole.