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Prime Minister Gaston Browne has criticized Sandals Resorts International\u2019s recent lawsuit against the government of Antigua and Barbuda, labeling it a \u201cfrivolous\u201d attempt to delay tax obligations. Speaking on Pointe FM, Browne described the legal action as a tactic to \u201ctie up the process\u201d rather than address the government\u2019s tax concerns in good faith, while underscoring that his government\u2019s stance applies not only to Sandals but to the hotel industry at large.<\/p>

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The lawsuit follows a government tax assessment related to discrepancies in Antigua Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST) collection. According to Browne, Sandals has allegedly been erroneously charging customers a 13% tax rate instead of the required 14%, creating a significant gap in expected revenue. Browne questioned the resort\u2019s accountability, explaining that the government lacks evidence to confirm whether Sandals has consistently collected and remitted the correct amount. \u201cWe don\u2019t have any evidence to confirm that they werent collecting that 14%,\u201d he said, raising broader concerns about transparency in tax collection practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Browne clarified that his administration\u2019s stance is not directed solely at Sandals but applies to all hotel operators in Antigua and Barbuda, reinforcing that the government\u2019s goal is to ensure fair contributions across the sector. \u201cIt\u2019s not about Sandals,\u201d he emphasized, explaining that the government\u2019s concerns focus on ensuring that all resorts comply fully with local tax laws. Browne also noted that his criticisms are not personal, as he supports foreign investment but insists that companies must fulfill their obligations to the country.<\/p>

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The Prime Minister highlighted that Sandals\u2019 lawsuit is part of what he sees as a pattern of legal tactics used to delay compliance with tax requirements. \u201cInstead of negotiating, they have some kind of frivolous lawsuit in which they\u2019re trying to tie up the process,\u201d Browne stated, suggesting that Sandals might hope to pressure the government into backing down. Despite this, Browne reaffirmed that his administration remains committed to pursuing what it deems necessary to protect Antigua\u2019s financial interests and maintain a balanced approach to investment incentives and tax enforcement.<\/p>

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Sandals has yet to provide a public response to Browne\u2019s remarks or comment on the ongoing legal dispute.<\/p>\n

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