AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCARICOM Integration Push: Martinique officially took its seat as CARICOM’s newest Associate Member during the 51st Heads of Government meeting in Saint Lucia, with the accession effective June 16, 2026—CARICOM SG Carla Barnett welcomed the island and Martinique’s Serge Letchimy said it’s “only the beginning,” urging businesses and investment to move in. Regional Deal for Growth: On July 7, Martinique and Barbados signed a five-year cooperation agreement on the CARICOM summit sidelines, targeting education, health, tourism, trade facilitation, fisheries, sport, culture, vocational training and disaster risk management, overseen by a joint committee with annual reviews. EU Keeps Backing Regional Work: EU Ambassador Fiona Ramsey presented her credentials to OECS Director General Didacus Jules, reaffirming EU support for regional integration and sustainable development. Cost of Living & Connectivity: CARICOM leaders closed the summit with priorities including consumer protection, measures to ease rising prices, and progress toward an affordable interregional ferry to boost travel and trade. Tourism & Mobility: Star Clippers promoted early-2028 Caribbean sailings with two free shore excursions per cabin (via onboard credit) and Wi‑Fi, while cruise schedules continue to add Martinique calls. Policy Debate on CBI: Commentary revisited the “price” of rejecting citizenship-by-investment in the OECS, weighing lost non-tax revenue against governance and reputational risks.
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