AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoRegional Trade & Connectivity: OECS leaders marked the bloc’s 45th anniversary and pushed an “OECS renaissance,” with chairmanship shifting from Saint Vincent’s Godwin Friday to Antigua’s Gaston Browne, alongside calls to strengthen trade, connectivity and economic resilience. Environment & Justice: France’s Court of Appeal upheld the dismissal of a long-running chlordecone case tied to pesticide contamination in Guadeloupe and Martinique, dealing a blow to victims seeking criminal accountability. Aviation & Exports: St. Vincent’s Argyle International Airport announced Executive Air’s new regional cargo service, aimed at boosting tourism logistics and creating “export pipelines” for farmers shipping produce to international markets, including routes that cover Martinique. Local Business & Branding: Campari’s Trois Rivières (Martinique) rolled out refreshed packaging for its aged rum range, with new bottle design and updated availability in major French retail chains. Tax Relief (Neighboring Focus): Grenada’s Inland Revenue Division reminded property owners of a 5% property tax discount if paid by June 30, with an objection process for damaged properties. Energy Prices (Neighboring Focus): Grenada published updated retail prices for petroleum products and LPG, including a cut to kerosene and LPG cylinder prices in parts of the tri-island state.
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