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BAHAMAS: Minister Expresses Well Wishes to Chinese Government at Event Celebrating Chinese New Year
#Bahamas, February 16, 2018 – Nassau – Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Darren Henfield attended a ceremony commemorating the opening of the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). The event was held at the British Colonial Hilton on Thursday, 8th February. The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to The Bahamas, His Excellency Huang Qinguo and his wife Madame Zheng Chuncao hosted the event. Also in attendance were: the Governor General, Cabinet Ministers, Members of the Judiciary, Senior Public Service officials and Members of the Chinese community in the Bahamas.
Minister Henfield said he was honoured to attend the celebration: “The Spring Festival is a very important celebration on the Chinese calendar and is traditionally marked by happy gatherings, close family interactions, vibrant parades and colourful celebrations among Chinese communities all over the world. Here in The Bahamas, it is no different.
“I wish you, Ambassador, and the entire Chinese Community in The Bahamas a wonderful evening and all the best for this coming Chinese New Year.”
Last year, The Bahamas and China commemorated a significant milestone, as both countries celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the establishment of Diplomatic Relations.
“Since 1997, the Government of the People’s Republic of China has made invaluable contributions to the development of The Bahamas,” said Mr. Henfield. “We have continued to enjoy a harmonious friendship deepened by co-operation in areas such as tourism, health care, financial services, trade, agriculture and education.”
He said that the Government of The Bahamas ‘appreciates and welcomes’ China’s continued support with respect to mutually supported candidacies, cultural exchanges, cross-training, visa-free travel, and business investments. And also looks forward to the finalization of the Civil Air Services Agreement, which will further help to stimulate economic growth.
“Excellency, the appointment of His Excellency Sterling Quant as The Bahamas Ambassador to China in December past reaffirmed our commitment to the cordial relations between The Bahamas and China. Just this past Monday, The Bahamas Embassy in Beijing hosted a Sino-Bahamas Financial Co-operation Seminar, where some 23 senior banking officials were in attendance. Exchanges of this nature help to deepen and solidify our mutually beneficial relationship,” said Mr. Henfield.
The Minister also took the opportunity to thank Counsellor Wang Qingjun, in his absence, for his contributions, and to welcome the new Counsellor, Mr Yin Haigang.
“Excellency, Each year, scores of Bahamians benefit from educational and technical opportunities offered by your Government,” he said. “These scholarship opportunities expose our citizens to your unique culture and equip them with the necessary skills to contribute positively to the national development of The Bahamas upon their return. I thank you for such opportunities which continue to bring our two countries closer.”
He reiterated the commitment of the Government of The Bahamas to strengthening and promoting Sino-Bahamian relations through on-going direct dialogue between the nations and peoples.
By: Betty Vedrine (BIS)
Photo caption: Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Darren Henfield greets Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China, His Excellency Huang Qinquo and his wife, Madame Zheng Chuncao, during the celebration commemorating the opening of the 2018 Chinese New Year (Spring Festival). The event was held on Thursday, February 8, at the British Colonial Hilton.
(Photo courtesy of Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (“RBC”) is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Kerryl-Lyn King-Henry as Country Manager and Area Vice President (“AVP”), Personal and Commercial Banking, Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).
In her new role as Country Manager and AVP, King-Henry will take on full responsibility for the bank’s operations, strategy, and development in the TCI market, with a strong focus on solidifying partnerships with the Government, regulatory bodies, and the local community.
King-Henry brings to the role a dynamism influenced by nearly 25 years of industry experience. Prior to her new appointment, she served as AVP of Business Banking in Trinidad and Tobago. She has held progressively senior roles within both personal and commercial banking, as well as various functional units.
King-Henry holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, with a specialization in Leadership, FinTech and Big Data Analysis, in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Further enriching her professional profile, Kerryl-Lyn is a certified John C. Maxwell Coach, Trainer, Teacher, and Speaker. Her passion for leadership and development is matched by her commitment to community service, as she actively volunteers her time and leverages her professional expertise to mentor and support others. “
Kerryl-Lyn’s extensive experience and proven leadership capabilities make her the perfect choice to lead our operations in the Turks & Caicos Islands,” said Ericka Rolle, RBC’s Managing Director and Vice President, Personal Banking, The Bahamas and TCI.
“Her commitment to excellence, combined with a genuine passion for community engagement, aligns perfectly with our Bank’s purpose of helping clients thrive and communities prosper. We are excited to see the positive impact she will undoubtedly bring to her new role,” she added.
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