AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOcean Governance: Jamaica hosts the 31st International Seabed Authority assembly, with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez making a historic first visit—an important signal for how the world’s seabed is managed and used sustainably. Regional Connectivity & Climate-Economy Link: Dr Dennis McCall says intraregional travel is declining because of high costs, heavy aviation taxation, and weak links—hurting the Caribbean’s ability to grow and keep spending within the region. OECS Transition & Health Security: OECS moves the Eastern Caribbean Liaison Service toward a new governance framework after Canada talks, while CARPHA and OECS renew a tourism health partnership through 2030 to keep the region safer and more resilient. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Canada and UNOPS sign on to the RIISE facility, with Dominica among the first beneficiaries, aiming to speed up delivery of resilient projects. Dominica Energy Update: Energy Minister Vince Henderson says Dominica’s geothermal plant is nearing commissioning by July 31, boosting cleaner power reliability. Agriculture & Public Health Debate: A commentary urges Dominicans to look beyond a single pesticide-use statistic and focus on safer practices, food safety, and real farm conditions. CBI Pressure: Nevis Premier Mark Brantley argues the EU Citizenship by Investment phaseout threat needs a coordinated OECS/CARICOM response, not solo lobbying.
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