AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoRegional Security: Royal Montserrat Defence Force personnel are supporting Antigua and Barbuda’s preparations for next month’s CHOGM, alongside Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos troops. Their work will include logistics and event operations. Tourism Industry: OECS Director General Didacus Jules says too little visitor spending reaches local farmers, fishers, artisans and small businesses. He urged the region’s tourism leaders to better connect communities to the industry’s value chain. Montserrat Festival: The celebrations return from December 4 to January 1, with events spanning calypso, steelpan, pageantry and school concerts. The refurbished Cultural Centre will host several events. Water and Resilience: Global Water Partnership-Caribbean’s AGM set a new interim steering committee and renewed focus on water security, climate resilience and links to agriculture and economic development. Tourism Spotlight: Montserrat’s volcanic coastline is among Lonely Planet’s recommended destinations for 2027, offering a boost to the island’s profile with travellers.
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