AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVisa & Tourism Governance: The US denied a visa renewal for newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief, sparking questions about whether the move targets him personally or broader Caribbean visa rules tied to Dominica’s Citizenship by Investment concerns. Blue Economy Funding: OECS invites eligible Blue Economy MSMEs to two virtual info sessions for Window 2 matching grants (US$100,000–US$150,000) supporting fisheries, marine tourism and waste management value chain groups in Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent. Healthcare & Business CSR: Bank of Saint Lucia completes the Paediatrics Ward rehab at Millennium Heights, unveiling a child-friendly mural after an EC$75,000 upgrade. Tax Relief for Households & Firms: St Lucia extends its tax amnesty to end-2027, waiving interest and penalties on eligible taxes up to Dec 2025. Cost of Living Watch: With fuel prices rising to $16.75/gallon, officials say imported inflation and global conflict risks are pushing up costs, while subsidies continue for essentials like cooking gas. Local Infrastructure: WASCO steps up Castries sewerage upgrades, including new pumps to improve reliability and reduce overflow risk. Trade & Markets: Versus Trade marks its first anniversary with over US$300B in trading volume, highlighting how speed and global connectivity are reshaping retail brokerage expectations.
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