AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCARICOM Integration Watch: Martinique has officially taken its seat as a CARICOM Associate Member, welcomed during the 51st Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia—an “only the beginning” moment that leaders say should now unlock business, financing and investment across the region. Regional Dealmaking: On July 7, Martinique and Barbados signed a five-year cooperation agreement (education, health, tourism, trade facilitation, fisheries, sport, culture, vocational training and disaster risk management), backed by a joint committee and annual reviews. Summit Priorities: CARICOM leaders wrapped up talks focused on cost of living, consumer protection, accelerating the affordable interregional ferry, and pushing CSME implementation with more public participation. EU-OECS Partnership: The EU’s new ambassador to the Eastern Caribbean presented credentials to OECS Director General Didacus Jules, reaffirming support for regional integration and sustainable development. Tourism & Travel Economy: Star Clippers promoted early-2028 sailings with two free shore excursions per cabin (plus Wi‑Fi), while Holland America outlined a longer 2027–2028 Caribbean season with more port time. Local Business Pulse: UK wholesale banana prices edged up overall, but Colombian bananas fell 4% week-on-week—useful context for regional food and trade costs.
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