Organized by members of the recently created UMP political party in St Barthélemy, this historic visit to the island by Michèle Alliot-Marie, third in command in French president Sarkozy’s cabinet, took place on the afternoon of June 7. Met at the airport by Bruno Magras, the president of the Collectivity of Saint Barth, delegate-prefect Dominique Lacroix, and the “family” of UMP supporters on the island, Madame la Ministre descended from a Puma army helicopter and was transported to the Hotel de la Collectivité. In the council chambers, she met with the island’s territorial council members as well as the economic, social and cultural council. Bruno Magras welcomed MAM (as she is referred to) and shared his concern about the cancellation of an election in 2012 for the island’s first deputy to the National Assembly. He then thanked MAM and the French government for their efforts to increase the size of the gendarme brigade in Saint Barth (from 13 to 20) since they now not only take care of their normal duties but also—since the island became a COM—control the borders and fight against illegal workers. He also thanked the commitment General Vicaire to add a police dog on the island, with the COM providing housing of the K-9 officer and a kennel for his dog.
Magras then pointed out that the COM is since the COM is more self-autonomous in terms of public services and administration, the territorial council—at its December 20, 2007 meeting—had decided to create a multi-professional economic chamber whose main goal would be to contribute to the economic development of the island and create a for professional training service to help businesses. Magras asked for the support of Michèle Alliot-Marie for the creation of a business bureau in Saint Barth as well as the rapid appointing of a court clerk, either public or private, in Saint Martin for the Northern Islands, to “offer service in closer proximity, something which is sorely lacking today.” He closed by stating his determination to modify he status of the island vis-à-vis Europe by shedding the current status of ultra-exterior region to become one of the Overseas countries and territories that benefit from associate member status.
Michèle Alliot-Marie replied by noting “the model of management…. And the social and economic successes of the island.” She was reassuring yet remained evasive about a representative from the island in the National Assembly. MAM reconfirmed the government’s desire to support the harmonious development of Saint Barth and reinforce the presence of the government on the island: “The government will completely undertake its responsibilities,” she said.
She announced that there will be a special window created at the local branch of the prefecture for the residents of the island to contact representatives of the government. MAM noted the recent nomination of junior high prinicipal Christian Lédée to the economic and social council, which meets regularly at the Palais d'Iéna in Paris. She also reconfirmed her engagement in the fight against drugs in the region and concluded by confirming to work in the spirit of confidence and close collaboration with the island's elected officials, "to build the future of Saint Barth which is also that of France."
Bruno Magras then presented Michèle Alliot-Marie with the medal of the COM, before she participated in a brief meeting with the public. She then went on a guided tour of the incineration plant, led by Michel Magras. At 4:30pm, she went back to the airport for her flight to Guadeloupe, then Paris later the same evening. Her trip to the French Antilles began on June 5 with a visit to Guadeloupe, then a day in Martinique before spending the Saturday morning in St. Martin.
Beyonce and Jay-Z have taken their daughter on her first vacation. The couple, who celebrated their fourth wedding anniversary last week, have been enjoying the sunshine on the Caribbean island of St. Barts with three-month-old Blue Ivy over the weekend, and took the tot for a day trip on a yacht.
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Kick-off Les Voiles de Saint Barth 2012 Caribbean regatta in the magical French West Indies sailing paradise!
Today the prestigious and top-class Caribbean sailing regatta Les Voiles de St. Barth 2012 with Gaastra Sportswear as the official partner starts: At the third edition run...
Inside the Bucket.
This video features the 2012 St Barths Bucket Regatta and music by the Evan Goodrow Band. Special thanks to the entire crew of the Rebecca, Baz Bar, St Barths Online and the guys from the Evan Goodrow Band for putting on a fantastic show. The song from the Evan Goodrow Band is c...
On board with Rebecca.
The best event in St Barths took place on March 24 - 27, 2012. This video features the beautiful 141 ft sailing yacht, The Rebecca.
produced by Real Media Travel for St. Barths Online and Baz Bar St Barth.
The age old saying of "I need a holiday to get over my holiday" actually seems applicable if you happen to be Paul McCartney.
The Beatle took wife Nancy Shevell on a romantic break to the Caribbean island of St Barts, just days after the pair visited Paris.
Last week, the lovebirds showed support ...
On the day their pregnancy news was announced, Thor star Chris Hemsworth, 28, and Elsa Pataky, 35, were seen in sunny St. Barts, France on Wednesday (January 18). The Fast Five actress looked lovely in blue, sporting her beautiful baby bump.
Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky
Chris and Elsa - w...
She might be 44, but Tamara Mellon still boasts a figure that women half her age would be proud of.
The Jimmy Choo co-founder showed off her toned figure in a sexy animal-print bikini as she hit the beach with her daughter in St Barts yesterday.
The skimpy string two-piece highlighted Tamara's env...
With almost every other celebrity couple enjoying the New Year in exotic locations, Gary and Danielle Lineker weren't going to be any different.
The married couple were spotted enjoying a romantic walk along a beach in St Barts today - and looked very much in love.
Gary, 51 and his wife, 32, had o...
Which beaches to choose?
The glamorous island of St Barts is one of the Caribbean's top beach destinations. Ringing the island are immaculate strips of sand and ethereal turquoise waters. The shallow reefs that encircle the island help to protect these renowned beaches, and they also provide excell...
St. Barts, Why Not?
Since the wealthy and celebrated frequently visit St. Barts for a tropical vacation, you will find that many plush St. Barts Resorts can be found on this stunning island. For those taking St. Barts holidays, it is simple to find hotels with each luxury available. Frequently thes...
Vacation With the Rich and Famous at St. Barts.
Want to bump into celebrities and be seen hanging out where the rich and famous play? Then the Caribbean island of St. Barts is the place to be.
While warm sand and blue waters do make an ideal vacation location, this destination has that and a whol...
Where to go for one day in Caribbean?
St. Maarten / St. Martin
The half-Dutch, half-French island of St. Maarten/St. Martin, with its many restaurants and hotels, makes a great base for an island-hopping adventure. Graced by the nickname Unspoiled Queen, tiny little Saba is not the kind of Caribbe...
Villa La Plage in St Barts.
The posh French resort isle of St. Barth's was already a prize destination when Roman Abramovich purchased an estate there for $89 million in 2009; since the oligarch arrived it has become even more so.
Now Christie's International Real Estate has listed another impres...
Baywatch in St Barts.
Making it official after five years of engagement, Brooke Burke and beau David Charvet have reportedly tied the knot while yachting in St. Barts.
According to Life & Style, the "Dancing with the Stars" host and the former "Baywatch" hunk, who have been vacationing in the...
St. Barth Summer Sessions Aug. 5-15, 2011
St Barth Summer Sessions 2011 this year will have a focus on artists from Brazil. The festival will take place at a variety of different venues all over the island, and in the end of the festival there will be a big common concert in the Harbor of Gustavia ...
The Eclipse, no ordinary yacht.
It probably hasn't escaped your attention that, with modern methods of transport, measuring and telecommunication, no "terra incognita" is safe from the crazed enthusiasm of certain explorers of scientists. Everything has already been discovered and minutely placed o...
Ashley Rodriguez Trio
Ashley Rodriguez, one of the famous finalist from the American Idol 2010 is back in St Barth between May 5-15. Ashley was participating last summer for the St Barth Summer Session in august 2010 at La Plage and she will now come with her 'All Girls Band', Liz on the guitar ...
The La Plage restaurant introduce :
ST BARTH SUMMER SESSIONS
« 5 to 15 august 2010, 10 days of crazy music ! »
Festival program
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THE GREAT FISH DEBATE There seems to be a bone of contention among a few of my friends. Fine folks who love some of the finer things in life, such as Dover Sole That flat fish floating in butter and capers. Known in French as Sole Meunière, it is made from what is called in European fisherman ver...
