AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRegional Air Connectivity Push: A concept note is floating a plan to turn Saint Lucia’s Hewanorra International Airport into an OECS air cargo distribution hub, aiming to speed up shipments across the islands. Anguilla Travel Access: Anguilla is set to get more winter flights, with BermudAir’s AnguillAir launching weekly Toronto service (via Providenciales) and adding frequencies from several U.S. cities. OECS Airline Debate: Antigua and Barbuda PM Gaston Browne renewed the call for an OECS airline, pointing to repeated delays and cancellations that strand regional travellers. ECCB Currency Overhaul: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank unveiled redesigned EC banknotes that replace Queen Elizabeth II with regional heroes, including Anguilla’s James Ronald Webster on the EC$10. Anguilla Tourism Marketing: The Anguilla Tourist Board named Marketplace Excellence as its U.S. public relations agency of record to boost media visibility and visitor demand. Caribbean Politics Abroad: CARICOM’s reparations push is again targeting the UK, demanding the return of British overseas territories including Anguilla, alongside reparations and decolonisation commitments. Sports Governance: A High Court injunction halted Leeward Islands Cricket Board elections after challenges over nominee exclusions and election transparency. Tech & Governance: Anguilla’s innovation minister took part in a regional AI workshop focused on AI in parliament, ethical governance, and digital transformation.
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