AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEU–OECS Citizenship by Investment Pressure: Antigua and Barbuda rejected an EU request to end its CBI programme by June 1, 2028, arguing the scheme is a key non-tax revenue pillar and warning against a unilateral phase-out without credible replacement funding. Regional Finance Milestone: The ECCB marked 50 years of the EC dollar’s fixed exchange rate to the US dollar (EC$2.70/US$1), saying the stability has supported confidence, trade, and growth across the Eastern Caribbean. Grenada Investment Migration Push: IMA Grenada held a symposium on “Grenadian Innovation,” spotlighting the ELDP initiative to boost local developers’ access to investment capital across tourism, agribusiness, renewables, health, ICT, education, and creative industries. Tourism Momentum in Grenada: New Caribbean Tourism Organization data shows Grenada welcomed 54,565 stayover visitors in Q1 2026, up 12% year-on-year, reinforcing steady destination demand. Local Business & Skills: Republic Bank honoured five TAMCC students with awards for overall academic excellence, backing education as a pipeline for Grenada’s future workforce. CARICOM Leadership Meeting: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell attended CARICOM Heads of Government talks in Saint Lucia focused on climate financing, agri-food systems, and regional health security.
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