AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation & Skills: Saint Lucia schools are easing classroom rules during the heatwave, allowing students to drink water in class and shifting lessons outdoors under shade and ventilation. Youth Development: I.D.E.A.S. for Boys and Men launched the “Raising Sons Building A Nation” project, pairing mentorship and psychosocial support for ages 11–16 with a Father Resource Centre to strengthen dads’ involvement. Tourism & Local Economy: Soufrière has a new mayor—Jade Mountain CEO Yasha Troubetzkoy—signalling fresh leadership for the island’s tourism hub. Labour & Business Climate: The Labour Act is being reviewed to modernise protections and rules, with consultations involving the Chamber of Commerce, hospitality groups, NIC and other stakeholders. Capital Markets: ECSE welcomed new licensed broker-dealers in Saint Lucia and Dominica, expanding access to the Eastern Caribbean securities market. Trade & Costs: Panama Canal restrictions could raise landed costs and disrupt CARICOM non-fuel imports into 2027, with importers urged to plan for thinner inventories. Environment: Local advocates warn litter and dumping are damaging roadsides, drains and waterways—hurting both public health and tourism appeal.
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