AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCBI Pressure on Grenada and OECS: Eastern Caribbean leaders met in Dominica and agreed to push a coordinated diplomatic response to the EU’s revised visa suspension mechanism, including a high-level mission to Brussels, as the bloc presses participating states to phase out Citizenship by Investment programmes by 2028. Regional Security & Borders: The US Department of Homeland Security signed a landmark Memorandum of Cooperation with CARICOM IMPACS to enable biometric data sharing for border security and immigration vetting, with Grenada among attending countries. ECCB Currency Overhaul: The ECCB unveiled redesigned EC banknotes featuring Caribbean heroes and regional icons, replacing Queen Elizabeth II’s portrait, with the new series rolling out from late 2027. Grenada Trade & MSME Skills: GCIC joined the ICC World Chambers Federation network, while Ethniv and GCIC trained MSMEs on product costing and pricing “for profit,” supporting wider market access. Public Infrastructure Oversight: A Grenada-focused commentary flags growing frustration over delayed payments and inconsistent procurement and project management, calling for stronger infrastructure oversight. Grenada IP Push: Grenada highlighted progress at WIPO, including accession to the Madrid Protocol for international trademark registration. Local Business Spotlight: Grenada’s Renegade Rum Distillery is seeking a buyer, with the “farm to bottle” model positioned as a value driver.
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