AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoOECS–France Partnership: France has formally renewed ties with the OECS by accrediting Ambassador Marie-Noëlle Duris, with talks focused on climate resilience, public health, maritime security, education mobility, French language training and tech-driven growth—an effort backed by AFD and EU support, with nearly 800,000 French citizens living in Martinique, Guadeloupe and Saint Martin. OECS Economic Push: At the OECS 45th anniversary and 78th Authority meeting, leaders called for an “OECS renaissance,” stressing stronger implementation on trade, connectivity and economic resilience as chairmanship shifted to Gaston Browne. Chlordecone Legal Fallout (Martinique/Guadeloupe): A French appeals court upheld the dismissal of a long-running criminal case over chlordecone contamination, closing the door on criminal accountability and reigniting anger among victims and campaigners. Aviation & Trade Links: Fly Dutch Caribbean will operate from Grand Case Airport from July 1, while St. Vincent announced Executive Air’s new regional cargo service aimed at boosting tourism supply chains and helping farmers export. Business Travel Upgrade: Air Canada opened a new premium lounge at Québec City airport, reflecting continued growth in Caribbean-bound Canadian travel, including service to Martinique and Guadeloupe.
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