AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoClimate Diplomacy: Health/Environment Minister Michael Joseph says Caribbean SIDS need a stronger voice in global climate talks, warning that hurricanes and climate mobility decisions are being made without the region at the table. Biodiversity Funding: Dominica received US$93,000 for two biodiversity projects via the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund—supporting the fight against Lethal Yellowing disease and coral reef restoration in Soufrière—while DNCTF backed additional ecosystem protection work. Protected Areas: The Ministry of Environment has started demarcating Morne Diablotin National Park and setting up a buffer zone under a GEF/World Bank-backed eco-tourism and biodiversity project. Hurricane Readiness: PM Skerrit urged households and businesses to prepare for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season as NEPO reviews shelters and response readiness. Food & Farming Resilience: DOMCREP (Green Climate Fund) is rolling out climate-smart support for farmers and agro-processors across vulnerable communities, boosting water security and emergency preparedness. Coconut Threat: Plant protection officials warn Lethal Yellowing disease remains a serious risk, with thousands of coconut trees destroyed to contain spread.
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