Barry Griffin
Senator Barry Griffin serves as the Chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission, where he plays a crucial role in addressing the country's expanding trade deficit. He advocates for strategies to narrow the gap between imports and exports while ensuring economic growth and emphasizes the need for export diversification and enhanced market access for Bahamian goods and services.
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Barry Griffin is the chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission and discussed the launch of the Price Pal app.
‘Price Pal’ app launches to increase transparency in the retail sector
Bahamas· 2026-02-27Senator Barry Griffin, chairman of The Bahamas Trade Commission, said the app is his 'baby'.
Pricing comparison app to aid cost of living fightBahamas· 2026-02-10
Senator Barry Griffin highlighted the negative impact of EU regulatory and trade restrictions on small nations such as The Bahamas.
Top EU official denies ‘unfair practices’ towards BahamasBahamas· 2025-10-22
Barry Griffin is the Chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission and is working to connect local vendors with China's e-commerce platforms.
Trade Commission eyes Chinese e-commerce as new frontier for Bahamian exportsBahamas· 2025-08-28Senator Barry Griffin is part of the Bahamian delegation that includes members from the Trade Commission.
Abaco seeks to connect with ChinaBahamas· 2025-08-18
Senator Barry Griffin is reportedly included in the potential candidates for the PLP’s Fort Charlotte nomination.
‘Sebas eyeing run as MP’Bahamas· 2025-07-08
Senator Barry Griffin confirmed that the food import tie-up with the Dominican Republic is part of the Government's strategy to reduce the cost of living.
Dominican food import deal 'slap in farmers' faces'Bahamas· 2025-07-04
Senator Barry Griffin, also the Commission's chairman, addressing the Senate during the 2025-2026 Budget debate said the upcoming fiscal year includes provisions to support the Government's trade diversification strategy.
Trade Commission restructure 'ushers in new economic era'Bahamas· 2025-06-24Barry Griffin is a PLP Senator whose name is being raised for the nomination in Fort Charlotte.
Fort Charlotte contest heats up as Sears bows outBahamas· 2025-06-11
Barry Griffin, a manager at Canon, says their lightweight EOS range of cameras is finding new markets among filmmakers.
The camera tech propelling shows like Adolescence
United Kingdom· 2025-05-16
Senator Barry Griffin highlighted the importance of trade diversification for the Bahamas.
Super Value chief: Tariff hits yet to wash throughBahamas· 2025-05-14
Barry Griffin, The Bahamas Trade Commission’s chairman, highlighted the urgency for The Bahamas to diversify its supply chain.
Freeport can ‘fill void’ on US China ship feeBahamas· 2025-03-17
Senator Barry Griffin, chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission, said dependence on a single source drove higher costs.
Govt defends safety of eggs from Dominican RepublicBahamas· 2025-03-07
Barry Griffin, the chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission, pledged a significant reduction in food prices.
Trade chief pledges 60% slash in key food pricesBahamas· 2025-03-07Senator Barry Griffin is the chairman of the Bahamas Trade Commission.
Bahamian firm suffers four supplier price hikes in yearBahamas· 2025-02-13