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Remarks by
the Hon.
Fred Mitchell MP
Minister of Foreign
Affairs
Friday 21st
October 2005
Ministry of Foreign
Affairs
Your Excellency,
The
trafficking of illicit drugs through The Bahamas continues to pose a
threat to the National Security of both our nations.
This continues to be an issue for The Bahamas, at the center of
our anti crime efforts.
The joint interdiction efforts under the Operation
Bahamas, Turks and Caicos (OPBAT), remain pivotal to the success we have
and continue to achieve against this constant onslaught.
We are particularly pleased with the increased proactive methods
employed by our two law enforcement agencies, especially at our Ports of
Entry. The results have
been that we have had a significant increase in the apprehensions of
those persons entering and exiting The Bahamas with drugs or proceeds
from the illicit trade.
This contribution to the fight by the U.S.
government of $592,000 will assist in our continuing joint efforts. I accept this on behalf of the Government of the Commonwealth
of The Bahamas.
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