AGP Executive Report
Last update: 29 minutes agoCCJ Fallout Explained: A new explainer breaks down what the Caribbean Court of Justice is, why its decisions are final for five CARICOM states, and how leaked internal correspondence could undermine legitimacy and regional confidence. Renewables Push: Minister Keithson Charles proposes zero-rating VAT on solar panels, batteries, inverters and installation for five years to cut electricity costs and reduce dependence on imported oil. Road Works: Infrastructure Minister Shawn Edward tours Vieux Fort North and Choiseul, flagging phased rehabilitation for Canelles–Vigé and the Chu Tigre/Cedars road. Water Utility Upgrades: WASCO begins islandwide meter replacement to improve billing accuracy, with short supply interruptions during swaps; a separate JICA-backed effort targets reducing water losses by fixing leaks and faulty meters. Tourism & Markets: Saint Lucia’s tourism leaders say cancellations from a higher U.S. travel advisory are limited, but stress the need to diversify visitor sources. Regional Child Policy: OECS and UNICEF unveil a 2026–2032 regional child policy and strategic plan, built on a whole-of-the-child approach. Sports—CPL: St Lucia Kings climb the CPL summit after a rain-affected win over Antigua & Barbuda Falcons, with Matthew Forde and Joshua Bishop key in the chase.
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