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Bahamas Announces Early Election for May 12 Amid Tax Cuts

4/2/2026

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The Bahamas will hold an early election on May 12, announced by Prime Minister Philip Davis.
The move follows the government's removal of a value-added tax on unprepared grocery items to curb high living costs.
Davis will dissolve parliament on April 8.
The contest will feature the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), the Free National Movement (FNM), and the Coalition of Independents.

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The Bahamas will hold an early election on May 12, announced by Prime Minister Philip Davis.
The move follows the government's removal of a value-added tax on unprepared grocery items to curb high living costs.
Davis will dissolve parliament on April 8.
The contest will feature the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), the Free National Movement (FNM), and the Coalition of Independents.