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Prime Minister Browne Hails ACB Invest as Wealth-Building Boost

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has welcomed the launch of ACB Invest. He described it as a major boost to national wealth building. He said it strengthens Antigua and Barbuda’s financial landscape. Accordingly, Browne spoke at the official launch on Friday, January 17. He praised Antigua Commercial Bank’s board, management, and staff. He said the new […]

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Prime Minister Presses ECAB on Long-Delayed Share Plan

Prime Minister Gaston Browne is again pressing ECAB on a delayed share conversion plan. The move targets Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank preference shares. It aims to convert them into ordinary shares. Accordingly, Browne said the change would allow wider local ownership. The government could then divest shares to Antiguans and Barbudans. As a result, more […]

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Prime Minister Confirms Retroactive Pay Rolling Out

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed that retroactive payments are now rolling out to public sector workers.As a result, many employees can expect funds to reach their accounts within days. Speaking to State media, the Prime Minister shared the update on government payroll progress.Importantly, he said the Treasury Department has already begun processing payments.Therefore, workers […]

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Prime Minister Calls Vehicle Gate Claims Fabrication, Admits Flaws

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has rejected allegations of illegality linked to the so-called “vehicle gate” matter. During the Lower House Sitting on Budget Debate Day 4, he described the controversy as “all a fabrication.” Browne addressed Parliament on Monday, December 15, insisting the government broke no laws. He also acknowledged that procedural rules were not […]

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Prime Minister Warns Youth Against ‘Easy Life’ as Jobs Rise

Prime Minister Browne Urges Youth to Work Prime Minister Gaston Browne is urging young people to take the many jobs available across Antigua and Barbuda. Moreover, he warned that chasing an “easy life” only leads to crime, violence, and national instability. Jobs Are Available Across the Country Speaking at the VC Bird Day ceremony on […]