AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMarine Tourism & Blue Economy: Dominica is pushing ahead with plans for a modern Portsmouth marina to tap yacht and luxury tourism demand while protecting the natural assets that make the island stand out. Waste & Public Health: A Bellevue Chopin resident says months of uncollected household garbage are attracting rats and creating health risks, renewing calls for faster action from the Solid Waste Management Corporation and the Environment Ministry. Climate Risk & Resilience: The government announced EC$1.5 million crop insurance for farmers, fully funded by the state, to help livelihoods recover after hurricanes and other climate-linked disasters. Regional Cooperation: President Sylvanie Burton urged stronger CARICOM/OECS collaboration on climate action, health security, food security, disaster preparedness and trade. Tax & Cost of Living: Dominica will cut personal income tax to a single 10% flat rate from January 2027, while also ending “tax on tax” at ports from October 1 to reduce import costs. CBI Scrutiny: Dominica defended its Citizenship by Investment programme in the face of growing EU pressure to phase out such schemes. Tourism Awards & Training: CMEx named its first seven honorees for 2026 leadership awards spanning tourism, media, sustainability and community development.
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