AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCARICOM Integration: Martinique officially took its seat at CARICOM for the first time on Sunday, becoming the bloc’s seventh Associate Member after its accession entered into force on June 16, 2026—an opening that local leaders say must now translate into action for business, financing and investment. Regional Governance & Economy: CARICOM Secretary-General Carla Barnett used the 51st Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia to push deeper integration and faster rollout of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy, stressing that public participation and everyday citizens should shape decisions. Policy Debate (OECS CBI): In an op-ed, Hon. Mark Brantley argues the EU’s push to end Citizenship by Investment in the OECS by 2028 could hit government revenues hard and force urgent economic diversification. Travel & Trade Links: Cruise and airline moves keep Martinique in the regional spotlight, including Holland America’s 2027–2028 Caribbean season and St. Kitts’ new Iona fly-cruise home-port plan that includes Fort-de-France calls. Aviation Promotion: Qatar Airways is running a limited-time Privilege Club offer with double Avios for select members booking by July 15 for travel through Dec. 15, 2026.
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