AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOverseas Budget: France’s proposed 2027 overseas-territories budget rises 10% to €3.68 billion, with support for jobs, business activity and the cost-of-living response among its priorities. Some lawmakers argue the increase overstates the resources available. Business Climate: Protests over rising living costs brought violence and looting in France; authorities reported incidents in Martinique and warned of possible local curfews. Business leaders criticized the state’s response. Tourism Links: New Caribbean itineraries could bring more visitors to Martinique: Aman at Sea has added winter 2028 sailings with calls including Saint-Pierre and Anse d’Arlet, while Costa Favolosa plans winter cruises with Martinique embarkations. Digital Infrastructure: A planned US$25 million submarine cable landing in Curaçao is designed to link the island with Martinique and other Caribbean destinations, adding regional internet capacity when it becomes operational.
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