AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCost-of-Living Coping: Montserrat’s Premier Reuben Meade urged residents to “belt-tighten” creatively as the island’s aid- and import-dependent economy leaves little room for government relief, with higher prices expected for food, vehicles, and building materials. Trade & Services Capacity: The OECS Commission, backed by the EU RIGHT Programme, is running specialised training for services trade stakeholders across Protocol states, with a virtual Montserrat session scheduled for September 2026. Tourism Skills Boost: Forty-five people completed Montserrat Tourism Authority’s 2026 Tour Guide and Taxi Operator Certification, covering guiding, safety, VHF radio use, and storytelling ahead of the cruise season. Health Tech (Global): Spain’s Igluco Tech unveiled GLUCUBE, a non-invasive glucose monitoring device that received EU CE medical device certification. Biotech Research (Global): University of Minnesota researchers highlight pigs as a promising model for next-gen influenza vaccines and therapies. Procurement (Local): A Montserrat tender lists £50,600 for feasibility work on bioclimate vulnerability assessment approaches for priority marine migratory species in UK Overseas Territories. Industry Expansion (Regional): DDL broke ground on a US$10m St Kitts expansion to bottle more and use the island as a hub for Guyanese-made products across smaller Caribbean markets.
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