AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoProtected Areas & Biodiversity Funding: Dominica received US$93,000 for two biodiversity projects via the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund, with support for a “Rapid Response to Lethal Yellowing Disease” push in the coconut sub-sector and coral reef restoration in Soufrière through Oceans Forward. Climate Resilience on the Ground: Atkinson is set to get US$5,000 from the Bahamas Protected Areas Fund to cut flood and landslide risks, including drainage clearing, French drains, soil stabilization, and maintenance equipment. National Park Protection: The Ministry of Environment has started demarcating Morne Diablotin National Park boundaries and creating a buffer zone under the GEF/World Bank LETBP project to strengthen conservation while supporting eco-tourism and community use. Tourism & Nature: Discover Dominica Authority launched “Summer the Nature Island Way,” offering eight curated itineraries (adventure, wellness, culture, romance) to encourage longer stays and deeper exploration of communities. Hurricane Readiness: PM Skerrit urged households to prepare for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, citing NEPO shelter checks, supplies review, and coordinated response planning. Regional Finance for Resilience: IFC confirmed up to US$15M into the CARICOM Community Resilience Fund debt sub-fund, targeting resilience and sustainability projects across 13 countries including Dominica.
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