AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoOECS 45th Anniversary & Regional Integration: Leaders opened the 78th OECS Authority Meeting in Antigua under Dr. Gaston Browne’s chairmanship, with priorities spanning economic development, climate resilience, security, food and energy security, and freedom of movement; a separate anniversary piece highlights the OECS Economic Union (2011) and the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union as major wins for cross-border business and stability. Montserrat Transport & Tender Watch: Questions are swirling over Montserrat’s ferry future as private operators market services; the Government says it is not running a ferry yet and is still completing its tender process, while the recent vessel is described as a private initiative. Local Agriculture Recognition: Farmer Shanyon McPherson received the island’s inaugural Governor’s Award for work boosting agriculture, food security, and community development. Green Business Push: Montserrat entrepreneurs are invited to apply for a four-month Regional Green Business Incubator starting July 2026, with mentorship and planning support aimed at sustainable growth. EU Aviation Rules Impact: EU passenger rights reforms keep delay compensation thresholds while adding free cabin bag obligations; airlines and regional carriers warn of higher costs and complexity, with Montserrat Barriga (ERA) calling it a missed chance to fix delays’ root causes.
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