AGP Executive Report

Cultural Exports Watch: France’s TV content exports fell 21.6% in 2025 to €164.3m, the lowest in a decade, as CNC and Unifrance cite a tougher economic climate and uncertainty; fiction still leads but dropped 27%, while documentary edged up and animation hit an all-time low. Regional Security Pressure: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other gun incidents around Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms. Health & Leadership: St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was reportedly treated for a stroke at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM) and then travelled to Miami for further checks; officials have not fully confirmed the diagnosis publicly. Water Disruption: Some schools and businesses in parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church face no water or low pressure for four days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant. Caribbean Business & Travel: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation plan focused on operations, customer service and financial sustainability, including new duty-free and gift-card options. Sports & Tourism: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia Billfish Tournament is back on track with 21 boats confirmed (up from 18 last year) ahead of Sept 22–26.

Water & Utilities Disruption: Martinique is set for major water supply disruption for the next four days due to work at the Ionics Desalination Plant, with some areas facing no water or low pressure, including parts of St Michael, St George and Christ Church. Regional Sports & Tourism: The Republic Bank Saint Lucia International Billfish Tournament has launched with strong early momentum—more boats already signed up than last year—aiming for a record turnout later this month. Public Health & Leadership: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew received stroke treatment at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM), with his condition stabilised before further checks in Miami; diagnosis details remain unconfirmed officially. Security & Public Order: Martinique faces renewed pressure after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a teenager in Lamentin, reigniting calls for tougher control of firearms. Business & Aviation: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation programme focused on operations, customer service and financial sustainability, alongside new customer offerings. Culture & Media: A Reuters report says Bolloré’s CNews has hardened its right-wing line ahead of France’s 2027 presidential election, with the removal of conservative pundit Philippe Bilger.

Aviation & Tourism: Caribbean Airlines is pushing a transformation plan aimed at stronger operations, better customer service and long-term financial sustainability, while rolling out new customer perks like a Duty-Free Bridal Registry and gift cards. Public Health & Regional Affairs: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew suffered a stroke and was treated at the University Hospital of Martinique, with his condition stabilised before he travelled to Miami for further checks (diagnosis not officially confirmed). Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m jetty in Windward, Carriacou, has opened to replace hurricane-damaged infrastructure and improve transport links with Petite Martinique, supporting fishing, trade and school travel. Security & Public Order: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a teenager’s death and multiple serious injuries, renewing calls to curb the circulation of firearms. Agriculture & Youth: A regional Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada highlights growing interest in farming, with speakers stressing the urgency of protecting food and livelihoods as trade and climate pressures mount. Business & Finance (Regional): Grenada’s parliament is considering a large supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, with debate over spending oversight and fiscal risk. Sports & Community: Saint Lucia’s junior surfing team is competing in El Salvador, with training that included Martinique, reflecting growing regional sports development. Energy/Climate Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of a potential drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water, agriculture and public health under pressure.

Public Safety: Martinique faced three shootings in less than 72 hours, including a teenager fatally shot in Lamentin and two other victims wounded in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls to curb the circulation of firearms and restore public order. Regional Health & Diplomacy: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at Martinique’s University Hospital (CHUM) and then travelled to Miami for further checks, with officials still not confirming the diagnosis publicly. Trade & Infrastructure: A new $4 million jetty opened in Windward, Carriacou, replacing hurricane-damaged infrastructure and aimed at strengthening links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school transport. Agriculture & Youth: A Youth and Women in Agriculture symposium highlighted growing interest among young people and women in farming, as regional leaders push for food and economic resilience. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being warned to prepare for a drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water supplies, agriculture, and public health under pressure. Culture & Business (Rum): The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, with blind judging bringing together top molasses rums and rhum agricole—an event that keeps Martinique’s rum tradition in the spotlight.

Rum & Tourism: The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, bringing top molasses rums and rhum agricole (including Martinique’s) for blind judging, tastings, and a “World Championship” showdown where labels stay hidden. Health & Regional Politics: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew suffered a stroke and was treated at CHUM in Fort-de-France, then travelled to Miami for further checks—though officials have not issued a detailed medical bulletin. Infrastructure & Trade: Windward’s new Windward Jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing storm-damaged facilities and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school and resident transport. Public Safety: Martinique faces fresh alarm after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old and injuries across Fort-de-France and Lamentin, renewing calls for tighter control of firearms. Agriculture & Food Security: At the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada, Dr. Didacus Jules stressed the urgency of keeping farming “West Indian,” as trade rules shift and support for small states strains. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being urged to prepare for a potential drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, threatening water supplies, farming, and public health.

Caribbean Trade & Tourism: The Caribbean Rum Awards St Barth are nearing, bringing top global rums for blind judging, tastings and major prize events—an important spotlight for both molasses rum and Martinique/Guadeloupe rhum agricole. Regional Health & Politics: Martinique media reports say St. Kitts and Nevis PM Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at CHUM in Fort-de-France, then flew to Miami for further checks; the diagnosis is still described as reported, not formally confirmed. Infrastructure & Local Economy: Windward’s new $4m jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing storm-damaged infrastructure and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade and school travel. Public Safety: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a teenager, renewing calls for tougher security and tighter control of firearms. Agriculture & Food Systems: Dr. Didacus Jules’ address at the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium pushed the case for protecting who grows food and who profits, amid shifting trade rules and rising pressures on small states. Climate Risk: The Caribbean is being warned to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions across the islands.

Health & Leadership: Martinique media reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr. Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at the University Hospital of Martinique (CHUM), with his condition later stabilised; the diagnosis and prognosis are still not officially confirmed by his government or medical team, and he reportedly travelled to Miami for further checks. Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m jetty opened in Windward, Carriacou, replacing a hurricane-damaged wooden structure and aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, trade, and school/resident transport. Public Safety: Martinique faces renewed alarm after three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and other serious injuries in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tighter control of firearms. Regional Economy & Governance: Grenada’s parliament is set to consider a large EC$310.9m supplemental appropriation tied to Hurricane Beryl recovery, with questions around spending and a push for faster delivery of priority projects. Climate Risk: Caribbean leaders are urged to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027 as strengthening El Niño threatens lower rainfall and higher evaporation across islands.

Infrastructure & Trade: A new $4m windward jetty in Carriacou has opened, replacing a wooden structure destroyed by Hurricane Beryl (July 2024), aiming to strengthen links with Petite Martinique for fishing, commerce and daily transport for residents and schoolchildren. Public Safety: Martinique is reeling after three shootings in three days, including a teenager killed in Lamentin and two other victims wounded in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tougher action against the spread of firearms. Health & Governance: Reports say St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew was treated in Martinique after a stroke, then travelled to Miami for further checks; officials say his condition was stabilized, though detailed medical confirmation hasn’t been publicly issued. Regional Security: A Martinique-based French platoon completed urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with local forces, boosting joint readiness and regional cooperation. Climate Risk: The Caribbean faces a worsening drought and heat outlook into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising pressure on water, farming and public health.

CNews Political Shift: Reuters reports that conservative pundit Philippe Bilger was removed from France’s CNews after he criticised Israel’s Gaza conduct and defended the judiciary’s conviction of Nicolas Sarkozy, highlighting Bolloré’s tightening right-wing editorial line ahead of April’s presidential election. Public Safety in Martinique: Martinique saw three shootings in three days, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other gun incidents around Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for stronger control of firearms and a firmer security response. Regional Security Training: A French platoon from Martinique wrapped up urban and amphibious exercises in Curaçao with local forces, including joint drills with CURMIL at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital, aimed at boosting regional cooperation. Health & Governance (St Kitts & Nevis): Reports say Prime Minister Terrance Drew was treated for a stroke at Martinique’s CHUM, then travelled to Miami for further checks, with officials urging caution as details are still not fully confirmed publicly. Caribbean Climate Risk: CIMH and UWI warn the Caribbean could face a severe drought and heat crisis into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water, farming and public health under pressure.

Health & Governance: Martinique media reports St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew suffered a stroke, was stabilised at CHUM in Fort-de-France after ICU treatment, then left for Miami for further checks at Baptist Hospital—though officials have not yet issued a detailed public medical bulletin. Public Safety: Martinique saw three shootings in under 72 hours, including a fatal attack on a 17-year-old in Lamentin and two other victims in Fort-de-France and Sainte-Thérèse, renewing calls for tougher action against the circulation of firearms. Regional Security: French troops based in Martinique wrapped urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with local forces (CURMIL), including joint drills at the former St Elisabeth Hospital site. Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will end direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from Sept 2, rerouting passengers via other services, and it has also reduced frequency to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly. Climate & Water Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of worsening drought and heat into 2027 as strengthening El Niño threatens rainfall, water supplies, agriculture and public health.

Public Safety: Martinique saw three shootings in under 72 hours, including a 43-year-old shot in Fort-de-France’s Renéville area, a 17-year-old killed in downtown Lamentin, and a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse; investigators are looking for links and the state is urged to regain control of weapons circulation. Regional Security: A French platoon from Martinique’s 33rd Marine Infantry Regiment trained in Curaçao with CURMIL, running amphibious drills and urban tactical exercises at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital to strengthen regional cooperation. Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados direct return flights from Sept. 2, while keeping connectivity via other schedules; it also plans to reduce service to Martinique and Guadeloupe to twice weekly. Climate & Water Risk: Caribbean leaders are warning of a drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, putting water supplies, agriculture and public health under pressure. Tourism & Business: Club Med says it aims to grow from 60 resorts today to 100 by 2035, with major renovations including Buccaneer’s Creek in Martinique and new “Zen Oasis” offerings. Infrastructure & Funding: EU rules could squeeze smaller French regional airports from 2027 onward, threatening routes and jobs in regions that rely heavily on domestic traffic.

Security in Martinique: Three shootings in less than 72 hours have shaken Fort-de-France and its surroundings, with a 43-year-old shot in the thigh at Toquade (Renéville) and earlier attacks leaving a 17-year-old dead in downtown Lamentin and a 29-year-old critically wounded in Sainte-Thérèse; investigators are working, and officials are again calling for tighter control of firearms circulation. Regional defense cooperation: A Martinique-based French platoon trained in Curaçao with CURMIL, including amphibious drills and urban-environment tactical exercises at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital, underscoring renewed regional security ties. Aviation & connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from Sept. 2, while also reducing Martinique and Guadeloupe services to twice weekly as it optimizes schedules. Climate & water risk: Caribbean leaders are urging preparation for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions and raise pressure on water, farming, and public health. Tourism & business: Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, and a Martinique-linked Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek update includes a new adults-only “Zen Oasis” concept.

Regional Health & Mobility: St Kitts and Nevis PM Dr Terrance Drew was admitted to Joseph N France General Hospital in Basseterre for observation after mild discomfort, nausea and a headache, then was flown to Martinique overseas for specialised precautionary monitoring. Security Cooperation: A French platoon from Martinique’s 33e RIMa (Fort Desaix) wrapped up urban and amphibious training in Curaçao with CURMIL, including vessel-to-vessel transfers, water landings and drills at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital site. Aviation & Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados direct return flights from Sept. 2, citing schedule optimisation, while offering alternative same-day options; it also continues to adjust regional routes. Climate & Water Pressure: Caribbean leaders are bracing for a drought-and-heat risk stretching into 2027 as strengthening El Niño conditions reduce rainfall and raise hot-spell days, with knock-on effects for water, farming and public health. Tourism & Business: Club Med plans to grow to 100 resorts by 2035, with Martinique’s Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek set to debut an adults-only Zen Oasis; meanwhile, Grenada is preparing to host the 35th CWWA conference on water, wastewater and solid waste management.

Air Travel & Tourism Deals: Air France-KLM’s Flying Blue has launched September 2026 promo awards (book by end of September) with discounts up to 25% off miles for travel through Feb. 28, 2027, plus “Extra Exclusive” destinations. Regional Security & Cooperation: A French platoon from Martinique (33e RIMa) wrapped up training in Curaçao, running amphibious drills and urban-environment exercises alongside Curaçao Militia (CURMIL) and a boat platoon. Elections & Governance Watch: A guide to France’s 2027 presidential election explains voting dates for overseas territories including Martinique, with the two-round election set for April 18 and May 2, 2027. Caribbean Climate Risk: The region is being urged to prepare for a potentially severe drought and heat crisis stretching into 2027 as El Niño strengthens, raising pressure on water, farming and public health. Aviation Network Changes: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue direct Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados return flights from Sept. 2, while keeping connectivity via other schedule services. Local Business & Travel Infrastructure: Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, with major renovations and new concepts including a Martinique property set to debut an adults-only “Zen Oasis.” Martinique Travel Spotlight: Saint-Pierre is highlighted as “Caribbean Pompeii,” pairing 1902 ruins and black-sand beaches with Mount Pelée—an angle that could boost tourism interest in Martinique’s volcanic north.

Regional Security & Training: A French platoon from Martinique (33e RIMa, based at Fort Desaix) wrapped up exercises in Curaçao, training amphibious landings, vessel-to-vessel transfers, and urban operations alongside Curaçao’s boat platoon and CURMIL, including drills at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital site. Elections Watch (Overseas Voting): France’s 2027 presidential election calendar was outlined, with overseas territories including Martinique voting on the preceding Saturday so results can be counted in time for the Sunday second-round announcement. Tourism & Travel Deals: Ambassador is pushing discounted 2026 Caribbean cruise packages with flights included, highlighting itineraries that can include Martinique among West Indies stops. Climate & Water Risk: The Caribbean faces a worsening drought-and-heat outlook into 2027, with El Niño expected to drive hotter, drier conditions and raise pressure on water, farming, and public health. Air Connectivity (Regional Routes): Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados direct return flights from Sept. 2, while maintaining connectivity via other services. Health & Local Programs (Grenada): Grenada launched a hypertension self-monitoring and nutrition awareness programme, providing validated blood pressure monitors and ongoing support. Tourism Investment (Martinique): Club Med says it plans to expand to 100 resorts by 2035, with Buccaneer’s Creek in Martinique set to debut a new adults-only Zen Oasis.

Regional Security: A French platoon from Martinique (2nd Company, 33rd Marine Infantry Regiment) wrapped up amphibious and urban-warfare training in Curaçao, working with the Curaçao boat platoon and militia (CURMIL), including landings from the water and joint drills at the former St. Elisabeth Hospital site. Elections & Overseas Voting: France’s 2027 presidential election calendar is set, with overseas territories including Martinique voting on the Saturday before the two-round Sunday vote, and the provisional second-round result due at 8pm on May 2. Air Connectivity: Caribbean Airlines will discontinue its Trinidad/Tobago/Barbados direct return flights from Sept. 2, while also reducing Martinique and Guadeloupe services to twice weekly. Tourism & Travel Deals: Ambassador is pushing last-minute Caribbean cruise offers for autumn/bank-holiday travel, with discounts and routes calling at islands including Martinique. Health & Community Programs: Grenada launched a hypertension self-management programme, providing participants with validated blood pressure monitors and ongoing support. Climate Risk: The Caribbean faces worsening drought and heat threats into 2027, as El Niño strengthens and strains water, farming and public health.