AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 minutes agoClimate and Public Finance: At COP31, Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre urged faster action to keep warming below 1.5°C, warning that drought, water shortages and climate damage divert money from essential services and livelihoods. Citizenship Investment: Saint Lucia has responded to EU demands over its CBI programme, while Pierre says the country is still awaiting a reply. The EU has called on five Eastern Caribbean states to phase out their programmes by June 2028, putting a significant source of investment and revenue under pressure. Tourism Markets: The Caribbean Tourism Organization plans a stronger UK and European marketing push in 2027; Saint Lucia joined the regional presence at World Travel Market London. Community Investment: The Social Development Fund and Caribbean Development Bank launched the 11th Basic Needs Trust Fund cycle in Saint Lucia, backed by EC$14.9 million for community development.
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