Throne Speech Signals Big Expectations for Michael Freeland

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Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism Michael Freeland and CEO of Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authourity Colin James in Guadeloupe

Newly elected Minister of State Michael Freeland was singled out for praise during Tuesday’s Throne Speech as the government signaled growing confidence in the young parliamentarian’s leadership potential.

Governor General Sir Rodney Williams described Freeland as already beginning to shoulder major responsibilities within the Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment.

Freeland, who won the St George constituency by a commanding margin in the April 30 general election, was commended for what the speech described as “leadership and burden sharing that tests his mettle and assures his constituents of success.”

The public endorsement places Freeland among the emerging faces being closely watched within the administration as Antigua and Barbuda pushes major tourism and investment projects.

The Throne Speech also highlighted major tourism infrastructure works, including airport runway rehabilitation and ongoing development projects in Barbuda, areas that fall within the ministry’s broad portfolio

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Comments (4)

  • Kianna May 26, 2026, 2:21 PM

    I find you in news alot lately now!
    Reply
  • Informed citizen May 26, 2026, 2:34 PM

    First junior minister mi see recieving all dat propps
    Reply
  • Concerned Antiguan May 26, 2026, 2:46 PM

    We are looking forward to hearing big news about our MP.
    Reply
  • Juju Bee May 26, 2026, 9:20 PM

    Another Michael Freeland story? Wait!!! Nobody else was in the Senate today?
    Reply

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