Barbadians to get investment opportunity in public infrastructure projects

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November 11, 2026

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Barbadians will soon have the opportunity to generate income through investments in public infrastructure projects.

This was revealed by Minister of Finance, Ryan Straughn, who says the initiative aims to transform how wealth is generated in Barbados.

Speaking in the Senate today, Minister Straughn said the Government would soon outline its plans, which are expected to include Barbadians in the ownership structure of the desalination plant in St Lucy.

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