AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 minutes agoCitizenship-by-Investment Pressure: The EU has told Saint Lucia and other Eastern Caribbean CIPs to end golden passport sales by 2028 or risk losing visa-free Schengen access, with Saint Lucia’s PM saying Brussels is “adamant” and negotiations are unlikely. Housing Finance: Saint Lucia’s House of Assembly approved a US$20 million loan guarantee via the development bank to expand affordable housing for low- and middle-income households, with Taiwan’s export-import bank backing the facility. Cruise Strategy Update: Saint Lucia is reviewing its cruise tourism strategy through the “Cruise Connect” initiative, aiming to improve the visitor experience and boost value for the local economy. Tourism Airlift Boost: For the winter season (Nov 2026–Mar 2027), Saint Lucia projects 295,244 scheduled seats—up 7.3%—with major gains from the US and Canada and more frequent services on key routes. Regional Connectivity Push: EllaLink advanced its Caribbean Gateway proposal toward development, targeting an open-access submarine network linking islands and improving routes to Europe and beyond. Correctional Officers Leadership: The Correctional Service Welfare Association elected a new executive, led by President Gavin Toussaint, prioritizing better member communication and welfare representation. Culture & Language: Kwéyòl Heritage Month 2026 was launched in Laborie under the theme “Kwéyòl-la Sé Sa Nou Tout,” with communities set to host month-long activities. Business & Trade Skills: Saint Lucia’s representatives are set for Caribbean Week of Agriculture in Jamaica, with a focus on learning, innovation, and climate-smart farming.
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