AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoTourism & Culture: Oceania Cruises is reshaping its late-2026 Caribbean season with longer itineraries and more immersive shore stops, including a Saint Lucia beekeeping experience. Regional Integration: Martinique and French Guiana officially joined CARICOM as associate members, expanding the bloc’s reach beyond the English-speaking islands. Public Health & Business Impact: Wastewater has been leaking onto Castries’ Bridge Street for months, hurting vendor trade and raising health and safety concerns. Energy Reliability: LUCELEC launched a post-incident review after a third islandwide power outage this year, urging customers and businesses to expect reliability improvements. Fire Safety: The Fire Service has begun inspections across Castries to ensure businesses meet fire safety standards ahead of the busy season. Money & Policy: Government secured EC$5.8m from Taiwan for vulnerable families, while Parliament approved tax relief and VAT exemptions on key building materials. Security & Travel: The U.S. raised its travel advisory for Saint Lucia to Level 2 over crime risks, and Spain announced visa-free access for nine CARICOM countries including St Lucia. Local Economy & Jobs: OECS extended the deadline for regional MSME matching grants (Window 2) to July 24, targeting Blue Economy value chain groups.
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