AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoRoseau Sand Project Scrutiny: A consultant defending BRAGSA’s Roseau sand and aggregate harvesting ESIA told North Leeward residents the biggest risk is damage to fisheries, while admitting gaps such as no full biodiversity plant inventory and calling the ESIA a “living document” that should be updated. Animal Health Enforcement: Grenada says it has launched legal action after two Babesia-positive horses were imported from St Lucia without the required permits, and it’s rolling out new standard operating procedures for ports of entry plus a public education push. Blue Economy Funding Push: OECS is inviting Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines Blue Economy MSMEs to virtual information sessions for the UBEC Regional MSME Matching Grants Programme (Window 2), with grants of US$100,000–US$150,000 for value chain groups. Diaspora & Investment Momentum: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 runs June 21–July 5 with cultural events plus business forums and investment discussions, alongside added flights from key markets. Tourism Connectivity: MSC Opera is set to reposition to the Southern Caribbean with year-round service starting later in 2026, including Grenada in early 2027 itineraries. Education Pay Tensions: The Grenada Union of Teachers accuses the Ministry of Education of long-running salary delays, with some cases reportedly unresolved for months. Blue Economy Skills for Students: A “Explore the Blue – Marine Pathways” event at Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina exposed students to marine careers via glass-bottom boat tours and industry-linked learning. Credit Ratings Watch: Fitch revised sovereign rating criteria on pausing debt repayments, a move that could affect how countries seek temporary liquidity relief during stress.
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