The Thomas A. Robinson National Stadium is undergoing extensive renovations ahead of the IAAF Relays scheduled to be held in the capital in May. The renovation project is being carried out by the Chinese government at a cost of approximately $36 million. Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas, Her Excellency Dai Qingli recently gave an update on construction.
Qingli said, “at the end of the project the Bahamian people will get a fully renewed and modern, world class stadium. Because everything is going to be either renewed or repaired or replaced. So the trusses, the rooftops, the seats, the lawn, the scoreboard LED display. I know the electrical and equipment. It’s a collaboration between the two sides.”
Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis spoke a ceremony at the stadium where he expressed gratitude to the Chinese government. “In December 2023, our shared vision took shape as the government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the government of the People’s Republic of China inked an implementation agreement for the renovation of this stadium. This gesture of goodwill and friendship from the Chinese government to undertake the China aid maintenance and renovation project of our national stadium stands as a testament to the strong bonds that unite our countries. This project, executed by China Urban Construction Research Institute Company Ltd. and China Machinery Industry Construction Group Company Ltd. reflect our shared commitment to excellence, innovation and mutual development,” Davis said.
Construction at the stadium is being carried out by Chinese and Bahamian workers.
