AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoEU Schengen Pressure on CBI: The European Commission has told Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts & Nevis and Saint Lucia to phase out citizenship-by-investment schemes by June 1, 2028 or risk losing visa-free access to Schengen—raising fresh uncertainty for a key revenue stream. Local Policy & Compliance: Saint Lucia is moving closer to its first National Occupational Safety and Health Policy after a stakeholder validation workshop, aiming to strengthen safer workplaces. Water Reliability Woes: Residents in Monier and Babonneau report prolonged, unreliable water supply and say WASCO responses are inconsistent, despite water trucks being sent in. CPL Business & Tourism Buzz: Republic Bank CPL kicks off Aug. 7 with St. Vincent hosting first-ever CPL fixtures at Arnos Vale, including drone shows and free fan health screenings—boosting matchday spend and regional visibility. Sports Talent Spotlight: Saint Lucia’s Jady Emmanuel set a new Under-18 record at the World Athletics U20 Championships in Oregon, underlining the island’s growing athlete pipeline. CBI Industry Debate: A CBI expert argues investors should build real “connectivity” with host countries, as EU scrutiny intensifies. Rastafari & Cannabis Reform: ICAR leaders say cannabis legislation is moving too slowly, urging progress toward regulating the industry. Regional Leadership: St. Kitts and Nevis marks four years in office, citing gains in water access, electricity, healthcare and education.
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