The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, Gaston Browne, justified the engagement of Alex Saab as an economic envoy, emphasizing that countries can sometimes make good faith choices that turn out to be wrong. This situation raises questions about government accountability in the choice of foreign representatives. Saab, whose diplomatic passport was revoked due to legal issues, was involved in development projects before the relationship ended. Browne now promises more transparency in diplomatic appointments.
Gaston Browne defends the hiring of Alex Saab despite the controversy
This article was updated at 04:10.