AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCARICOM Integration Watch: Martinique has officially taken its seat as the CARICOM seventh Associate Member, with accession effective June 16, 2026, and first participation at the 51st Heads of Government meeting in St. Lucia—an opening for business, financing and investment links across the region. Regional Policy & Cost of Living: The CARICOM summit wrapped in St. Lucia focused on consumer protection, easing the cost of living, and pushing forward an affordable interregional ferry to boost travel, trade and food security. EU–OECS Partnership: EU Ambassador Fiona Ramsey presented credentials to OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules, reaffirming EU support for regional integration and sustainable development—highlighting Europe’s ties to the Caribbean, including French territories like Martinique. OECS Citizenship by Investment Debate: An OECS-focused op-ed argues the end of Citizenship by Investment could reshape government revenues and sovereignty risks across the Eastern Caribbean. Travel & Connectivity: Cruise and airline moves keep the region in the spotlight, including Holland America’s 2027–2028 Caribbean season and Qatar Airways’ limited-time Avios promotion for select Caribbean destinations.
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