AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoRegional Aviation Shake-Up: Caribbean Airlines is cutting routes and frequencies from June 1, including exits from Dominica, St Kitts and the Ogle–Suriname corridor, while halving service to Martinique and Guadeloupe—moves that are already sparking political and business concern about connectivity. New Connectivity Deal: LIAT 2020 and Air Caraïbes have signed an interline agreement starting June 1, letting passengers book on one ticket with through-checked baggage across both networks, linking the French islands (Guadeloupe, Martinique, French Guiana) with the Eastern Caribbean. Local Business & Investment: First Rock Real Estate Investments says it has returned to profit and is negotiating property acquisitions in Costa Rica and Martinique worth about US$28m to boost recurring income. Trade Links with Martinique: Saint Lucia is pushing new trade and investment cooperation with Martinique, aiming to improve export readiness and operationalize CARIFORUM-EU cooperation. Social & Community Support: Saint Lucia’s Department of Equity received nearly 4,000 recycled eyewear pairs via Lions Clubs and partners in Martinique, supporting visually impaired people. Climate Pressure: Caribbean islands face worsening drought and heat stress in 2026, threatening water supplies, farming and tourism infrastructure. France’s Colonial Law Repeal: France’s National Assembly voted 254-0 to repeal the Code Noir slavery edicts, a symbolic but historic step with overseas territories including Martinique at the center.
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