AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEU Outer Regions Strategy: The European Commission unveiled a new strategic vision for the EU’s outermost regions— including Martinique— with targeted rule adaptations to boost competitiveness, resilience, and access to the single market, alongside support for connectivity, renewable energy, housing, healthcare and education. Energy Transition in France: France selected 109 “electrification territories” for large pilot projects to cut gas and oil use, with Martinique among the included areas, aiming to accelerate heat pumps, district heating and other renewables while reducing exposure to global energy price swings. Water Security Watch: A global look at desalination frames it as a fast-growing water solution as CARICOM countries face intensifying climate-driven shortages, with the focus on turning seawater into reliable fresh supply despite environmental and financial concerns. Regional Diplomacy & Trade: Canada’s Mark Carney is exploring closer EU ties, even “associate member” style arrangements, as Ottawa navigates a trade war with the US; separately, France and Canada plan a visit to Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underline support for national borders amid US territorial rhetoric. Tourism & Culture: Grenada reported a 20% rise in Spicemas 2026 visitor arrivals, highlighting how major cultural events keep feeding Caribbean tourism and local creative economies.
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