AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCuba-US Tensions: Cuba’s ambassador to Dominica dismissed a US$100m US humanitarian offer, saying Washington should lift the decades-old trade embargo instead of sending aid. Disaster Costs for Farmers: Dominica’s agriculture permanent secretary put damage from a severe trough system at about $2m for 276 directly affected farmers in the East and Northeast, with a cash grant programme expected soon. Climate Pressure: The UN weather agency warns Caribbean and Latin America are facing escalating climate extremes—rising seas, stronger hurricanes, and worse drought-flood swings—raising risks for food, water, and health. Private Sector Focus: DAIC elected a new board and urged businesses to position themselves for opportunities tied to the planned international airport, expected by end-2027. Tourism Momentum: Dominica reported a 10% jump in stayover arrivals in Q1 2026, building on strong 2025 growth. Regional Courts: The CCJ is set to sit in original jurisdiction in a Belize anti-competition referral, underscoring the region’s push to strengthen rules for fair markets.
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