2019 Agenda Policy Priorities
World Trade Organization Accession
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Research on the affects of WTO Accession on the Bahamian Economy;
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Dialog with the Government;
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Update Membership on Progress Through Educational Seminars, Conferences and Open Forums
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National Health Insurance Scheme
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Collaborative Effort with the National Health Insurance Authority.
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Improvements to the Ease of Doing Business
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Efforts Toward the Establishment of a Single Window Policy for Business Licensing.
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Energy and Environmental Issues
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Spearheading Initiatives that Improve the Environment;
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Focus on Lower Energy Costs;
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Ban on Single Use Plastics and Styrofoam.
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Responsible Taxation and Government Transparency
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Dialog with the Government;
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Update Membership on Progress.
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Arbitration of Ongoing Labor Disputes
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Addressed As the Need Arises.
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Members and Membership
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Increased Member Benefits and Services
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