AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMartinique Tourism: Alexandre Ventadour has been named tourism commissioner for the Martinique Tourism Authority, taking over from Bénédicte di Geronimo and aiming to boost the island’s international visibility through partnerships and a sustainability-focused strategy. Public Finance: The Territorial Collectivity of Martinique adopted a €69 million recovery plan for 2027-2028 to tackle debt nearing €1 billion, including spending controls, selective staff reductions, asset sales, and a new employer mobility levy to protect investment capacity. Digital Connectivity: EllaLink advanced its Caribbean Gateway initiative into the development phase, proposing an open-access submarine fibre system linking Cayenne to Martinique and Guadeloupe, with a western leg to Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire, targeting service by end-2029. Regional Business & Trade: Saint-Martin’s Executive Council approved September measures including €2.84m in European education funding and a projected €1.49m payment schedule in the Computech dispute, while continuing legal action over the final debt. Sports Tourism: Grenada and Carriacou will host an open-water swim (Nov 19-22, 2026) backed by the tourism authority, combining races with destination experiences to attract visitors year-round. Sports (Local interest): Radinio Balker’s club praised his “mentality” after he returned early from international duty, with Suriname set to face Guatemala again.
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