AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoDrug Enforcement: A 45-year-old U.S. citizen, Malikah Bailey, was charged with trafficking in controlled drugs after 78 lbs of cannabis worth about EC$702,000 were found in her luggage at Maurice Bishop International Airport; she was remanded to prison and returns to court on 3 Sept. Regional Environment Policy: CARICOM is running national consultations in Grenada and across member states on the Draft CARICOM Biodiversity Strategy and its Resource Mobilisation and Implementation Strategy, aiming to align priorities, financing, and monitoring with national plans. Energy & Climate Finance: IRENA is inviting renewable energy project proposals across Central America and the Caribbean, including Grenada, for potential support via its Climate Investment Platform and Energy Transition Accelerator Financing. Jobs & Skills: The Grenada Development Bank advertised for a Risk and Compliance Manager, while the OECS Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (1 Sept) will train participants in climate-smart agribusiness, digital skills, and access to finance. Water & Waste Infrastructure: Grenada will host the 35th Annual CWWA Conference (12–16 Oct) to push regional action on water security, wastewater, and solid waste management. Hydrocarbons Investment Push: Grenada’s Hydrocarbons Technical Working Group wrapped up IMAGE 2026 in Houston, pitching offshore exploration potential and the 2027 licensing round. Public Data Access: The Central Statistical Office announced temporary office-hours changes (28–31 Aug), with services available online and by email. Legal/Heritage: The Grenada National Trust is seeking international support to protect the Drill Yard from demolition tied to the National Insurance Scheme, with heritage experts expected to assess the site.
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