AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism & Cruise Prep: The Ministry of Tourism is finalising plans for the 2026–2027 cruise season, with a task force meeting covering cruise schedules, port security, site fees and visitor experiences; officials expect 350+ port calls and eight inaugural ship visits. Independence Spirit: Prime Minister Godwin Friday kicked off St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ 47th independence celebrations with a flag-raising ceremony, urging Vincentians to practise solidarity year-round; Youth Minister Kaschaka Cupid launched the “Hand in Hand, Uplifting Our Nation” theme and called for unity beyond political and social divides. Crime & Security Response: After a mass shooting in Green Hill left four dead and three seriously injured, Security Minister St. Clair Leacock said the government may seek help through the Regional Security System and even request support from the Barbados or Guyana defence forces, while weighing tougher measures like targeted curfews. Courtroom Politics: Election petition hearings continue as PM Godwin Friday and Minister Dwight Bramble face cross-examination over dual Canadian citizenship, with written submissions due Nov. 4 and oral arguments set for Nov. 10. Business & Community: Kingstown business owners are being encouraged to beautify their premises for independence, while the CDB launched a US$500,000 initiative to support women-led clean energy businesses across the region, including SVG. Weather Watch: A trough system is expected to bring showers and possible thunderstorms this weekend, with a yellow advisory issued for Sunday.
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