AGP Executive Report

Tourism Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board used Virtuoso Travel Week in Las Vegas to deepen ties with luxury travel advisors and partners, touting Virtuoso’s booking-data ranking of No. 1 in the Caribbean and No. 3 worldwide for festive travel, with West End also placing among top individual destinations. Education & Policy: CXC is set to release the 2026 May-June results in Anguilla on Aug. 18, with a hybrid ceremony and a spotlight on the new Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) after a successful math pilot. Assessment Reform: CXC says CTEC breaks subjects into focused modules and is designed to lift performance while keeping standards rigorous, following strong pilot outcomes. Regional Governance Pressure: In St. Maarten’s budget debate, Egbert Doran blasted government over GEBE bills, roads, and cost-of-living relief, arguing the core issue is execution, not funding.

Tourism & Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board used Virtuoso Travel Week 2026 in Las Vegas to deepen ties with luxury travel advisors and partners, with Virtuoso also ranking Anguilla No. 1 in the Caribbean and No. 3 worldwide for festive-season travel based on 2026 booking data. Budget & Governance Clash (St. Maarten): Egbert Doran hit the government during the 2026 budget debate, arguing the real crisis is execution—citing high GEBE bills, worsening roads, and cost-of-living pressure—while demanding answers on promised relief. Education Policy (CXC): CXC officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) after a successful math pilot, breaking subjects into focused modules; CXC also flagged exam absenteeism across the region (35,000+ no-shows) and reported first instances of AI misuse during assessments. Regional Hosting (Anguilla): Anguilla is set to host CXC’s official 2026 May-June results ceremony (hybrid) with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC leadership. Regional Finance Leadership: Anguilla is confirmed among participants for the Global Government Finance Summit in Dublin in September, focused on outcomes, resilience, and finance ministry modernization.

Tourism Diplomacy: The Anguilla Tourist Board used Virtuoso Travel Week 2026 in Las Vegas to deepen ties with luxury travel advisors and partners, with officials meeting key industry contacts and building new opportunities to drive high-value visitation; Regional Education Watch: CXC’s May-June 2026 results are being released in Anguilla via a hybrid ceremony, and the big policy story is the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) launch after a successful math pilot, alongside concerns that more than 35,000 students missed CAPE/CSEC exams and CXC recorded its first AI misuse cases; Budget & Cost-of-Living Pressure (St. Maarten): Egbert Doran sharply criticized government execution on GEBE bills, roads and relief during the 2026 budget debate, arguing promises aren’t reaching households; Regional Governance: OECS unveiled its 2026-2032 Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan with UNICEF support, stressing real-world implementation for child protection and rights.

Budget & Cost-of-Living Clash: St. Maarten MP Egbert J. Doran says government has an “execution crisis,” blasting stalled delivery on roads, healthcare and relief while households face high GEBE bills and rising living costs, and he pressed for answers across ministries during the 2026 budget debate. Education Policy & Exam Results: CXC reports 35,000+ CAPE/CSEC absences across the region and warns absent candidates lose grading opportunities; it also officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) after a successful math pilot, with a modular approach aimed at improving pass rates. Anguilla as Regional Education Host: Anguilla is set to host CXC’s official 2026 May-June results ceremony (hybrid in The Valley), with ministers and CXC leadership highlighting CTEC outcomes. Regional Child Protection: OECS unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032 with UNICEF support, stressing whole-of-the-child action and measurable implementation. Tourism & Travel Partnerships: Anguilla’s Tourist Board says it strengthened luxury travel ties during Virtuoso Travel Week and highlighted major festive-season booking rankings. Sports (Youth Football): The Bahamas U14 opened the CFU Challenge Series with a 3–0 win over Anguilla, with Western Warriors’ Dirk Simmons scoring twice.

Education & Exams: CXC says more than 35,000 students missed the 2026 May-June CAPE and CSEC sittings, with 3,534 absent for CAPE and 32,403 for CSEC—raising concerns because absent candidates can’t be graded. Assessment Reform: CXC officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) after a successful math pilot, using modular, step-by-step certification while keeping the same syllabus and standards. Exam Integrity: CXC also reported its first official AI misuse cases, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised material, and warned students not to upload personal data to AI tools. Regional Governance & Youth: OECS unveiled a 2026-2032 Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan with UNICEF support, pushing a whole-of-the-child approach. Tourism & Travel Diplomacy: Anguilla’s Tourist Board strengthened luxury travel ties at Virtuoso Travel Week, as Virtuoso ranked Anguilla No. 1 in the Caribbean for festive travel and No. 3 worldwide. Regional Connectivity: BermudAir announced new seasonal nonstop US routes to Belize, part of a wider winter expansion that also includes Anguilla.

CXC Results & Education Policy: CXC is set to release the 2026 May-June CAPE and CSEC results in Anguilla via a hybrid ceremony, with the new Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) officially launched after a successful math pilot. Exam Absenteeism: CXC also flagged a major turnout problem across the region, with 35,000+ missing CAPE/CSEC sittings, warning absent candidates lose grading opportunities. Academic Integrity: CXC reported its first official cases of AI misuse in assessments, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised materials, and urged students not to upload personal data to AI tools. Tourism & Partnerships: Anguilla’s Tourist Board strengthened luxury travel ties during Virtuoso Travel Week, as Virtuoso ranked Anguilla No. 1 in the Caribbean and No. 3 worldwide for festive travel bookings. Regional Travel Industry: The ITB Americas Conference announced a major 2026 Guadalajara program focused on AI, distribution, aviation connectivity, sustainability, and luxury travel. Sports (Regional Youth): Anguilla’s youth football presence continues across CFU events, with regional squads featuring Anguilla players in training and match play.

CXC Exam Results & Education Policy: CXC says more than 35,000 students missed the 2026 May-June CAPE and CSEC exams, with 3,534 absent for CAPE and 32,403 no-shows for CSEC—raising concerns because absent candidates can’t be graded. Anguilla as Regional Host: Anguilla is set to host the official results ceremony on Aug. 18 at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, in a hybrid format with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC leadership highlighting results and the CTEC pilot. CTEC Launch: CXC officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate after a successful math pilot, using modular, step-by-step assessment while keeping the same syllabus and standards. Exam Integrity: CXC also reported its first official AI misuse cases, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised material. Regional Mobility & Tourism: Belize announced new seasonal nonstop flights from five US cities, and St. Maarten’s Princess Juliana Airport has started work on a curbside check-in facility to ease terminal congestion.

Education & Exams: CXC says absenteeism is a major concern after more than 35,000 candidates missed this year’s CAPE and CSEC sittings, including 3,534 absent for CAPE and 32,403 for CSEC—meaning they lost the chance to be graded. Education Reform: CXC also officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) in Anguilla, calling it a “game changer” after a math pilot delivered an 88% pass rate for module one; the modular approach keeps the same syllabus and standards but lets students earn step-by-step credentials. Exam Integrity: CXC reported its first official AI misuse cases, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised material, and warned students not to put personal data into AI platforms. Local Governance: Anguilla is hosting the hybrid official release ceremony for the 2026 May-June results, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC leadership set to brief stakeholders and media. Regional Policy: OECS unveiled a 2026–2032 Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan with UNICEF support, pushing a whole-of-the-child approach to protect and empower children across the sub-region.

Education & Youth Policy: CXC officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) in Anguilla, calling it a “game changer” after a successful mathematics pilot that produced an 88% pass rate for module one; the new modular framework keeps the same syllabus and standards but breaks subjects into focused, step-by-step credentials. Local Governance & Accountability: The CXC May–June 2026 results ceremony is being hosted in Anguilla with a hybrid in-person and livestream format, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster delivering the feature address and CXC leadership outlining outcomes and next steps. Exam Integrity: CXC also reported its first official instances of AI misuse during assessments, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised material, warning students not to upload personal data to AI platforms. Regional Mobility & Economy: Belize announced five new seasonal nonstop US routes via BermudAir, and the wider winter slate includes added airlift involving Anguilla—good news for visitor arrivals and local businesses. Regional Child Protection: OECS unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032 with UNICEF support, aiming for whole-of-the-child protection and support across the sub-region.

CXC Results & Education Reform: CXC is set to release the 2026 May-June CAPE, CSEC, CTEC and CCSLC results in Anguilla on Aug. 18, with a hybrid ceremony at the Teachers’ Resource Centre featuring Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC CEO Dr Wayne Wesley, who will also highlight the CTEC pilot. CTEC Mathematics Pilot: The math module pilot reported an 88% pass rate (2,230 of 2,535), with CXC saying the modular approach helps students master subjects in achievable steps—while stressing the full qualification still requires completing all modules. Exam Integrity & AI Misuse: CXC also flagged its first official AI misuse cases, alongside unauthorised devices, collusion and unauthorised material, and warned students not to upload personal data to AI platforms. Regional Policy Push for Children: OECS, with UNICEF support, unveiled a Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a whole-of-the-child approach and aimed at turning commitments into everyday protection and support. Energy Prices Watch: ECCB data for July shows Antigua and Barbuda with the lowest gasoline and diesel prices across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union, while LPG pricing varies widely—highlighting how subsidies and local factors shape costs.

Education & Regional Policy: Anguilla will host CXC’s official release ceremony for the 2026 May-June exams on Tuesday, August 18, at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, in a hybrid format with a regional livestream; Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster will deliver the feature address, while CXC CEO Dr Wayne Wesley will discuss CTEC outcomes and candidate performance. Regional Child Protection: The OECS Commission, with UNICEF support, has unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a whole-of-the-child approach and shaped by input from children, parents, and stakeholders. Sports (Youth Football): The Bahamas U14 side, featuring Anguilla-linked opponent matchups, beat Anguilla 3–0 in the CFU U14 Challenge Series opener, with Western Warriors’ Dirk Simmons scoring twice; he then added another goal as The Bahamas won 5–0 over Montserrat. Energy Costs (ECCU): ECCB data shows easing fuel prices across the Eastern Caribbean in July, with Antigua and Barbuda reporting the second-lowest LPG cylinder price in the union.

Education & Governance: CXC will hold a hybrid ceremony in Anguilla today, Aug. 18, for the official release of the 2026 May-June results (CAPE, CSEC, CTEC and CCSLC) at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster delivering the feature address and CXC leadership outlining initiatives and candidate performance. Regional Policy: The OECS, with UNICEF support, unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming for a whole-of-the-child approach across the sub-region and stressing that real change must show up in everyday services for children. Youth Sports: Bahamas’ U14 boys opened the CFU U14 Challenge Series in Punta Cana with a 3–0 win over Anguilla, with Dirk Simmons scoring twice, as the group stage continues this week. Regional Economy & Cost of Living: An ECCB update says July fuel prices eased across the Eastern Caribbean currency union, including lower gasoline, diesel and LPG cylinder prices. Tourism & Connectivity: Anguilla is highlighted in Virtuoso’s festive travel rankings, while Anguilla Air Services was named an official air carrier partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, boosting regional carnival travel links.

Education & Public Service: Anguilla will host the official release ceremony for 2026 May-June CXC results on Tuesday, August 18, at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, with a hybrid in-person and livestream format and feature remarks from Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC leadership. Regional Policy: The OECS has unveiled a new Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan for 2026–2032, backed by UNICEF, built on a whole-of-the-child approach and aimed at turning child-rights commitments into everyday action. UK–OTs Governance: Anguilla’s Premier André Ebanks joined an introductory video call with the UK’s new Overseas Territories minister, Uma Kumaran, as both sides set shared priorities including climate resilience, AI, economic growth, and tackling violence against women and girls. Regional Sports (Youth): At the CFU U14 Challenge Series in Punta Cana, The Bahamas opened with a 3–0 win over Anguilla, with Dirk Simmons scoring twice, as the teams line up for the next group matches. Regional Connectivity & Tourism: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St. Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional travel and carnival participation.

Education & Youth: Anguilla will host the official 2026 CXC examination results ceremony on Aug. 18 at the Teachers’ Resource Centre, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC executives leading a hybrid presentation for CAPE and CSEC outcomes, plus local poetry and music performances; students will also be able to access individual grade reports online after the ceremony. Regional Policy: The OECS, with UNICEF support, has unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a “whole-of-the-child” approach and shaped by input from children, parents and stakeholders, aiming for every child in the OECS to feel valued, safe, supported and empowered by 2032. Public Finance (International): One month out from the Global Government Finance Summit in Dublin (Sept. 14–15), Anguilla is listed among confirmed participants, as finance ministry leaders focus on outcomes delivery, budgeting reforms, digital transformation and talent. Air Connectivity & Tourism: Anguilla Air Services has been named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, with coordinated regional marketing expected to boost carnival tourism.

Regional Child Policy: The OECS Commission, with UNICEF support, has unveiled a new OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a “whole-of-the-child” approach and shaped by input from children, parents and stakeholders, aiming for every child in the OECS to feel safe and empowered by 2032. UK–Overseas Territories Relations: Anguilla’s Premier André Ebanks joined other OT leaders for an introductory call with the UK’s new Overseas Territories minister, Uma Kumaran, with priorities including climate resilience, AI, economic growth and tackling violence against women and girls. Anguilla in Regional Sports: Anguilla’s senior men beat the Virgin Islands in the ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship opener, while Anguilla is also set to face Guyana and the Bahamas in regional youth football tournament group play as squads finalize for Punta Cana. Local Football Pathways: A UK-based football pathway project led by Alan Paris is working to identify players of Anguillian heritage in the UK for the Anguilla national team. Tourism & Connectivity: Anguilla Air Services is named official air carrier partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, and Virtuoso data places Anguilla among the top festive travel destinations, with year-end bookings up sharply across the luxury market.

Regional Child Policy: OECS, with UNICEF support, has unveiled its Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a whole-of-the-child approach and aiming for every child to be safe, supported and empowered by 2032. UK–OT Links: Anguilla’s Premier André Ebanks joined other Overseas Territories leaders for an introductory call with the UK’s new Overseas Territories Minister, Uma Kumaran, with priorities including climate resilience, AI, economic growth and tackling violence against women and girls. Sports Pathways: Anguilla’s senior men opened the ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship with a win over the VI, while a UK-based Anguillian football pathway project is helping identify players for the national team. Youth Football: The Bahamas named its U14 squad for the CFU Challenge Series in Punta Cana, with Anguilla in the same Tier II Group C. Tourism & Connectivity: Anguilla Air Services is named official air carrier partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, and Virtuoso’s festive travel rankings place Anguilla among the top luxury year-end destinations. Local Economy Watch: Port Nimara’s major superyacht marina and Equinox resort development has officially launched, with a preview for officials and prospective buyers.