AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoGeothermal & Power Reliability: PM Roosevelt Skerrit says Dominica is the first Caribbean country to place geothermal energy on its national grid, but outages continue during commissioning as testing and integration work wraps up. Energy Utility Results: DOMLEC reports $1.99m profit for the financial year, citing stronger sales and renewable performance, with geothermal expected to lower electricity costs. Citizenship by Investment Overhaul: Dominica will require successful CBI applicants to visit in person and collect renewed passports locally, tightening the programme’s integrity and linking it more directly to national development. Local Governance: A Roseau North by-election is set after MP Miriam Blanchard resigned on medical grounds; the vote must be held within constitutional timelines. Infrastructure Delivery: Windsor Park Sports Stadium handover is expected by end of June after lights installation and final certification, with PM Skerrit warning against adding telecom equipment to the towers. Agriculture & Food Security: Nominations are open for the CARICOM Farmer of the Year and Ministers’ Young Farmer awards, due end of June. Regional Trade Context: CARICOM trade ministers meet in Guyana for COTED, with UNCTAD warning of weaker global trade and higher fuel, food and fertiliser costs that could hit inflation and food security. Climate Resilience Funding: DOMCREP will invest $70.2m to support over 8,000 people across eight communities, including 520 farmers and agro-processors with climate-smart tools. Finance Sector Pressure: NCCU delinquency reached $86.4m, with the treasurer urging stronger member accountability. Tourism & Business Pipeline: OECS specialised services training is scheduled in Antigua (June 29–July 2), supporting competitiveness in regional services markets.
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