AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoUS Sanctions & Crypto Compliance: The U.S. Treasury sanctioned two digital-asset exchanges and a network operator tied to alleged Iran-linked laundering and IRGC support, including a figure reported to hold Dominica citizenship. Tax Relief in Dominica: Dominica will cut personal income tax to a flat 10% for earners above EC$30,000 from January 1, 2027, replacing the 15/25/35 tiers. Small Business Financing: AID Bank will add another EC$19 million in concessionary loans for micro, small and medium enterprises from December, with 3.5% interest and up to 10-year terms. Budget Debate & Cost of Living: Opposition leader Jesma Paul-Victor argued government alone can’t drive a dynamic economy and stressed households are still squeezed by rising essentials. Energy & Jobs: Dominica’s 10-MW geothermal plant has entered commercial operations, and the international airport project remains on track for 2028 completion with 400+ Dominicans employed. Tourism & Local Spillovers: The Dominica Cable Car is highlighted as a jobs and local-business driver, while the Summer Daybreak Breakfast Fete is set to return in August, expected to boost visitor spending in Grand Bay. Agriculture Resilience: Government announced EC$1.5 million crop insurance for farmers and additional funding to expand beehives and build a national honey brand. CBI Pressure in the Region: The EU warned Dominica and four other Caribbean states to phase out citizenship-by-investment schemes by June 1, 2028 or risk losing Schengen visa-free access.
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