AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCARICOM Integration: Martinique has officially become the seventh CARICOM associate member, effective 16 June 2026, after France provided the accession instrument—an expected boost for regional cooperation between French and English-speaking Caribbean partners. Regional Policy & Security: CARICOM’s 51st Heads of Government meeting put “return on integration” under the microscope, with leaders again flagging connectivity projects like a regional ferry service while pushing for more practical economic delivery. Reparations Push: CARICOM is urging Britain to relinquish overseas territories, including Bermuda, as part of a reparatory justice plan shared with UK MPs—sparking concerns about conflicts of interest for affected territories. Blue Economy & Environment: OECS is adapting Martinique and Guadeloupe sargassum management know-how across Eastern Caribbean states, supported by EU funding, with an eye on turning seaweed into economic value. Business Support: In St. Patrick, Grenada’s Rural Development Unit is rolling out targeted financial and legal training for rural agribusiness owners, with sessions focused on cash flow, pricing, recordkeeping, and tax compliance.
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