AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoTourism Spotlight: St. Vincent and the Grenadines earned the No. 22 spot in Travel And Tour World’s Top 30 Beach Destinations in the Americas and Caribbean for 2026, with TTW praising SVG’s “untouched islands” and featuring beaches across Bequia, Mayreau, Mustique and more. CPL Countdown: The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League arrives at Arnos Vale for the first time, with a drone show before matches on Aug 7 and Aug 9 and games starting 7:15 p.m.; Jamaica Kingsmen open against Antigua & Barbuda Falcons. Blue Economy & Food Safety: OECS, SVG and the Caribbean Biodiversity Fund wrapped a three-day sea moss training in Union Island, pushing farmers and entrepreneurs toward international standards as the Fisheries Act is amended. Digital Trade: Government validated the VSWIFT Bill and Regulations to create the Vincy Single Window for Trade, aiming to streamline business-government processes. Housing/Property Pressure: A regional property study says values across Eastern Caribbean markets are down about 10% over five years, with fears of further declines. Energy Relief: PM Godwin Friday says fuel surcharge pressure was kept from rising above 90¢ through tax removals and Vinlec absorption, while urging Vinlec not to rush disconnections. Transport Hit: Delta will permanently end its Atlanta–St. Vincent route after Sept. 5, with rebooking for affected passengers. Sports & Safety: Blue Marlins launched a learn-to-swim camp for ages 3–16, while SVG sailors continue building momentum at regional competitions.
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