AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoPostal Appointments: St. Vincent and the Grenadines Postal Corporation says it has named Raffique Samuel as assistant director of operations and business development and Esteban Richard-Hernández as manager of expedited services and customer solutions, effective July 1, as it pushes modernization and new customer-focused services. Fuel Costs Bite: The government says it is shielding Vincentians from global oil swings, but the latest pump adjustment raised gasoline to EC$18.31 per gallon, with diesel and low-sulphur diesel also climbing, adding pressure to transport and living costs. Disaster Risk Funding: Parliament approved a loan authorisation for a US$20 million Disaster Risk Management Development Policy Program from the OPEC Fund, aimed at strengthening resilience and fiscal transparency. Football Overhaul: FIFA-linked research into SVG football has led to calls for structural changes, including a dedicated grassroots development role and better planning and funding coordination. Library Goes Solar: The National Public Library is installing solar PV to cut electricity bills and redirect savings into services and programmes. Sports Spotlight: SVG athletes are set to compete at OECS and ANOCES events, with teams named for upcoming championships in St. Kitts.
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