Why attack Atlantis?

EDITOR, The Tribune.

WHAT is the purpose of these public attacks on Atlantis? They are a Bahamian corporate entity with the right to free speech, and to defend their interests.

Their very ethos is protecting, promoting and selling ecology, so why would they not be interested in what happens right next door?

Likewise, RCI have convinced the government that their proposed project has merit and benefits. They are, therefore, entitled to attempt to advance their vision.

They are both our partners, not our rivals nor enemies. We granted them that status. And where is the Minister for Investments? Is his job to invite investors to The Bahamas for the Minister of Labour and the Minister of Foreign Affairs to slap around?

If the Minister of Foreign Affairs finds it expedient to insert himself in the current matter, he should exercise the tools of his portfolio and use a little diplomacy, not threats by reference to old stories that have absolutely nothing to do with the current owners. He should invite the